The Brazilian government said an official who met President Trump earlier this month has tested positive for the coronavirus. The White House press secretary said the exposures from the case are 'being assessed, which will dictate next steps.'
Florida Sen. Rick Scott said Thursday that he has decided to self-quarantine due to possible contact with Wajngarten. He said that"while I do not believe I interacted with the infected person, that individual was in the same room as me." Scott added that he is"feeling healthy and not experiencing any symptoms at this time."that its medical services are"taking all necessary preventative measures" to keep the president and his staff healthy.
To prevent the coronavirus from spreading, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer if a sink isn't available. The World Health Organization says people should wear face masks only if they're sick or caring for someone who is.
"For most people, COVID-19 infection will cause mild illness; however, it can make some people very ill and, in some people, it can be fatal,"."Older people, and those with pre-existing medical conditions are at risk for severe disease." The most common symptoms of COVID-19, according to the WHO: fever , dry cough , fatigue and sputum/phlegm production . Shortness of breath occurred in nearly 20% of cases, and about 13% had a sore throat or headache, the WHO said in a report drawing on more than 70,000 cases in China.
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