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FLATTENING THE CURVE: COVID 19 Cases Drop To 30

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Results of COVID-19 tests done on 12 September 2021 confirm 30 new cases.

The cumulative confirmed cases are now 121,617.

he breakdown of the new cases are:

30 Alerts and Contacts; Tororo (5), Kampala (11), Soroti (4), Wakiso (4), Amudat (2), Iganga (1), Kabarole (1), Luweero (1) Amuru (1).

What is Coronavirus?
This is a new virus that causes a respiratory illness in people and animals and can spread from person-toperson through sneezing and coughing droplets. This virus has signs and symptoms similar to the common cold but is dangerous and if not reported early and managed by Health Workers it can cause severe illnesses in humans and can lead to death.

Where did Coronavirus come from?
There are ongoing studies on the origins of Coronavirus. However, the current outbreak started in a large animal and seafood market in China, in a city called Wuhan.

How does Coronavirus spread?
Initially, the virus was believed to be spread to humans through contact with infected animals. Currently, transmission is human-to-human. It occurs when an infected person’s sneeze or cough droplets come into contact with others.

Who is at risk?
Everyone is at risk. However, severe symptoms and death appear more frequently among older people. People with underlying health conditions such as lung or heart diseases, renal failure or weak immune systems are noted to be at a higher risk of infection.

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