Presentation on the topic “IMPACT OF COVID-19”

Team members:
S.no Name Register Number
1) Bhavithara S 20UCC008
2) Davuluri Gayathri Venkata Lalitha 20UCC009
3) Dheevika S 20UCC011
4) Monisha C 20UCC021
5) Mufliha M 20UCC022
6) Seetharani T 20UCC032
7) Suvetha P 20UCC042

Initiated by Lalitha,
Seetharani explained ,
What is Covid virus?
 Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause respiratory illness in
humans.
 They are called “corona” because of crown-like spikes on the surface of
the virus.
 Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), Middle East respiratory
syndrome (MERS) and the common cold are examples of coronaviruses
that cause illness in humans.
 The new strain of coronavirus — SARS-CoV-2 — was first reported in
Wuhan, China in December 2019. It has since spread to every country
around the world.
 As of 31 December 2020, COVID-19 had infected over 82 million people
and killed more than 1.8 million worldwide.
Preventive measures
 The best preventive measures include getting vaccinated, wearing a mask
during times of high transmission, staying 6 feet apart, washing hands
often and avoiding sick people.
Where do coronaviruses come from?
 Coronaviruses are often found in bats, cats and camels. The viruses live
in but don’t infect the animals.
 Sometimes these viruses then spread to different animal species.
 The viruses may change (mutate) as they transfer to other species.
  Eventually, the virus can jump from animal species and begin to infect
humans.
 In the case of SARS-CoV-19, the first people infected are thought to
have contracted the virus at a food market that sold meat, fish and live
animals.
Suvetha demonstrated ,
How do you get COVID-19?
 SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, enters your body through
your mouth, nose or eyes (directly from the airborne droplets or from the
transfer of the virus from your hands to your face).
 It then travels to the back of your nasal passages and mucous membrane
in the back of your throat.
 It attaches to cells there, begins to multiply and moves into lung tissue.
From there, the virus can spread to other body tissues.
Symptoms
COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will
develop mild to moderate illness and recover without hospitalization.
Most common symptoms:
 fever
 cough
 tiredness
 loss of taste or smell
Less common symptoms:
 sore throat
 headache
 aches and pains
 diarrhoea
 a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes
 red or irritated eyes
Serious symptoms:
 difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
 loss of speech or mobility, or confusion
 chest pain
Lalitha clarified,
7 Human Coronaviruses: 4 normal; 3 “novel”

Contact information during emergency

Call 911 and get immediate medical attention if you have these warning signs:
 Persistent pain or pressure in your chest.
 New confusion.
 Inability to wake up from sleep.
 Bluish lips or face
 Trouble breathing.
Mufliha explained ,
 How does the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) spread from person to
person?
Coronavirus is likely spread:
 The virus travels in respiratory droplets released into the air when
an infected person coughs, sneezes, talks, sings or breathes near
you. You may be infected if you inhale these droplets.
 You can also get coronavirus from close contact (touching, shaking
hands) with an infected person and then touching your face.
Bhavithara clarified,
Coronavirus Structure:
Medium-sized virus size, but largest mRNA genome
Enveloped +ve stranded RNA
mRNA encased in nucleocapsid
Lipid Bilayer – Soap works to disrupt this!
Corona = Crowns for Spikes
Glycoprotein Spike (S) Peptomer
Spikes allow it to attach to human cell receptors in upper or lower airway.
Who’s most at risk for getting COVID-19?
Persons at greatest risk of contracting COVID-19 include those who:
 Live in or have recently traveled to any area with ongoing
active spread.
 Have had close contact with a person who has a laboratory-
confirmed or a suspected case of the COVID-19 virus. Close
contact is defined as being within 6 feet of an infected person
for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour
period.
 Are over the age of 60 with pre-existing medical conditions or a
weakened immune system.
Monisha demonstrated,
How long is a person with COVID-19 considered contagious?
 Stay 6 feet away from others whenever possible.
 Wear a cloth mask that covers your mouth and nose when around
others.
  Wash your hands often. If soap isn’t available, use a hand sanitizer
that contains at least 60% alcohol.
 Avoid crowded indoor spaces. Open windows to bring in outdoor
air as much as possible.
 Stay self-isolated at home if you are feeling ill with symptoms that
could be COVID-19 or have a positive test for COVID-19.
 Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
Dheevika elucidated
Timelines of Covid-19:
On December 8, first patient develops symptoms of Wuhan Corona virus.
On December 31, China alerts WHO (World Health Organization) about several
pneumonia cases.
On January 1, Wuhan’s wholesale seafood market shut down.
On January 7, Identification of new virus Covid-19.
On January 11, first death in China recoded.
On January 13, First case outside China reported in Thailand.
On January 23, Wuhan placed under quarantine, rail and air services suspended.
On January 29, Death toll climbs to 132,600 new cases reported.
And goes on…

Timelines of Covid-19 in India:

On the evening of 24 March 2020, the Government of India ordered a
nationwide lockdown for 21 days, limiting movement of the entire 1.38 billion
(138 crore) population on India as preventive measure against the COVID-19
pandemic in India.
Nationwide lockdown
Phase1 25 March 2020 -14 April 2020 (21 days)
Phase 2 15 April 2020 - 3 May 2020 (19 days)
Phase 3 4 May 2020 - 17 May 2020 (14 days)
Phase 4 18 May 2020- 31 May 2020 (14days)
And goes on...
To prevent the spread of COVID-19:
 Maintain a safe distance from others (at least 1 meter), even if they don’t
appear to be sick.
 Wear a mask in public, especially indoors or when physical distancing is
not possible.
 Choose open, well-ventilated spaces over closed ones. Open a window if
indoors.
 Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand
rub.
 Get vaccinated when it’s your turn. Follow local guidance about
vaccination.
 Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you
cough or sneeze.
 Stay home if you feel unwell.
Lalitha exposed latest news about Covid-19
 Coronavirus pandemic: India's active caseload 1.43 lakh, recovery rate
over 98% (THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jul 31, 2022, 23:36:09 IST).
 Uttar Pradesh records 505 new Covid cases; CS tests positive (Lucknow
News Published on Jul 31, 2022 11:10 PM IST)
 Coronavirus Live Updates: India Reports 16,464 New Covid Cases, 39
Deaths.(NDTV NEWS DESK|Updated: August 01,2022 8:23 pm IST).
 Delhi Registers 822 New COVID Cases, 2 Deaths In 24 Hrs. (India.com
news desk |updated: August 01,2022 10:12 pm).
 44 new Covid cases, 3 deaths in Ludhiana (Shariq Majeed / TNN / Aug 1,
2022, 21:07 IST)
 China reports 393 new Covid cases for July 31 versus 541 day earlier
(Reuters / Aug 1, 2022, 10:50 IST).