When will a vaccine be available for COVID-19?
When will a vaccine be available for COVID-19?

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  • At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and
    spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
  • Although highly anticipated, a public vaccine most likely won't make a debut until 2021.
  • Vaccine development has several stages of testing before it's approved, and it's possible more
    than one vaccine will be developed to combat the virus.
Getting Tested for Coronavirus
Getting Tested for Coronavirus

Article at a Glance

  • Covid-19 is highly contagious and spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
  • If you suspect that you have COVID or have had contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID then you should be tested.
  • If you have been tested for Covid-19, you should self-quarantine until the results have been received.
How likely is my family to contract COVID-19, and how sick would we get?
How likely is my family to contract COVID-19, and how sick would we get?

Article at a Glance

  • At the center of the 2020 global pandemic, Coronavirus, or Covid-19, is highly contagious and
    spreads through small moisture particles from the nose and mouth.
  • Younger children should avoid contracting the disease to avoid infecting friends and relatives.
  • Risks increase drastically during and after the 30-39-year-old age group, especially after 65 years of age.

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