Information about Coronavirus (COVID-19) - updated May 4, 2020
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms or combinations of symptoms may have COVID-19:
Cough
Children have similar symptoms to adults and generally have mild illness.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
There are no medication treatments at this time for coronavirus. Treatment at this time consists of supportive care measures (rest, hydration, and oxygen or breathing support if needed).
Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/people-at-higher-risk.html
Prevention information:
There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19 infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, there are some everyday preventive actions you can take to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:
For more information, please visit the following websites:
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Boston Children's Hospital has put together excellent information about coronavirus. Visit their website at: http://www.childrenshospital.org/conditions-and-treatments/conditions/c/coronavirus
American Academy of Pediatrics
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.aspx
Mass Department of Public Health
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/frequently-asked-questions-about-covid-19
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms or combinations of symptoms may have COVID-19:
Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fever
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell
Children have similar symptoms to adults and generally have mild illness.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
There are no medication treatments at this time for coronavirus. Treatment at this time consists of supportive care measures (rest, hydration, and oxygen or breathing support if needed).
Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/people-at-higher-risk.html
Prevention information:
There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19 infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, there are some everyday preventive actions you can take to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
For more information, please visit the following websites:
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Boston Children's Hospital has put together excellent information about coronavirus. Visit their website at: http://www.childrenshospital.org/conditions-and-treatments/conditions/c/coronavirus
American Academy of Pediatrics
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.aspx
Mass Department of Public Health
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/frequently-asked-questions-about-covid-19
