Infographic：COVID-19
【明報專訊】We have seen tonnes of information about COVID-19 on television or from newspapers, but how well do you know about the severity of it? The World Health Organisation(WHO) issues reports on the current situation of COVID-19 on a weekly basis. Let's learn more about the pandemic.
1. Among the 54 million reported cases around the world, which region/continent has the most reported case number?
The Americas! There are a total of 23 million cumulative cases, according to the report released on 17 November, 2020.
2. Is there a vaccine for COVID-19?
Not yet. Many potential vaccines for COVID-19 are being studied.
3. How many lives has COVID-19 taken?
Around 1.3 million lives! COVID-19 has taken many lives, especially those with severe health conditions or long-term illnesses. As WHO Director-General Dr Tedroes stressed, leaders must take immediate action to prevent further unnecessary deaths.
4. What are the symptoms of COVID-19 ?
Common symptoms:
˙Fever
˙Dry cough
˙Fatigue (疲勞)
Other symptoms that are less common and may affect some patients include:
˙Loss of taste or smell
˙Sore throat
˙Headache
˙Muscle or joint pain
˙Diarrhea...etc
◆Reminder
Although it has been almost 11 months since the first case of COVID-19 emerged in Hong Kong, we should keep alert on personal hygiene and infection control. Are you already used to wearing a mask to school and going out? What is your opinion on infection control policies?
■Glossary
severity (n) 嚴重
cumulative (adj) 累積的
vaccine (n) 疫苗
symptom (n) 病徵
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