Q.6 Is it safe to receive a package from any area from where COVID-19 has been reported?
It may be safe, but better to avoid it as much as we can. If Needed, we may open the package after a day or two so that the virus…
Q.5 Can I catch COVID 19 from my pet?
While there has been one instance of a dog being infected in Hong Kong, to date, there is no evidence that a dog, cat or any pet can transmit COVID-19.…
Q.4 Who is at risk of developing severe illness?
While we are still learning about how COVID-2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre-existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, lung disease, cancer or diabetes)…
Q.3 Should I worry about COVID 19?
Illness due to COVID-19 infection is generally mild, especially for children and young adults. However, it can cause serious illness: about 1 in every 5 people who catch it need…
Q.2 Can I catch COVID-19 from the feces of someone with the disease?
The risk of catching COVID-19 from the feces of an infected person appears to be low. While initial investigations suggest the virus may be present in feces in some cases,…
Q.1 Can CoVID-19 be caught from a person who has no symptoms?
The risk of catching COVID-19 from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. However, many people with COVID-19 experience only mild symptoms. This is particularly true at the…