Coronaviruses are a type of virus. There are many different kinds, and some cause disease. A newly identified type, called 2019 novel coronavirus, has caused a recent outbreak of respiratory illness that started in China.

Recent information indicates 2019 novel coronavirus, also called 2019-nCoV, may be passed from person to person. There are still a lot of unknowns, including how contagious it might be.

Incubation period:- It appears that symptoms are showing up in people within 14 days of exposure to the virus.

2019 novel coronavirus Symptoms:
Cough
Fever
Shortness of breath
In rare cases, it can lead to severe respiratory problems, kidney failure or death.

How 2019 Novel Coronavirus Spreads:
Droplets of bodily fluids – such as saliva or mucus – from an infected person are dispersed in the air or on surfaces by coughing or sneezing.

These droplets can come into direct contact with other people or can infect those who pick them up by touching infected surfaces and then their faces.

According to scientists, coughs and sneezes can travel several feet and stay suspended in the air for up to 10 minutes.

If you believe you have these symptoms and you have traveled to Wuhan, China, within 14 days, contact your health care provider.