Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases which could transmit between animals and people. Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.

Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.

Source:
WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION: https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus