Health and Wellness
COVID-19: What You Need to Know
As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, unscientific claims and unreliable advice remain problematic. Drawing upon the latest information from a variety of trusted public sources, this course cuts through the confusion by offering an in-depth look at what a coronavirus is and what makes COVID-19 unique. You’ll learn how the...
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About this course
As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, unscientific claims and unreliable advice remain problematic. Drawing upon the latest information from a variety of trusted public sources, this course cuts through the confusion by offering an in-depth look at what a coronavirus is and what makes COVID-19 unique. You’ll learn how the disease spreads, what symptoms to watch out for, and how to prepare with prevention and proper response strategies. We’ll also unpack what audiences – such as travelers, parents, and businesses – should know, and we’ll sort through some frequently asked questions.
Course outline
15 topics · 100 min
- 1 What Is COVID-19?
- 2 How It’s Spread
- 3 Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- 4 Prevention
- 5 Exposure Assessment and Response
- 6 What to Do If You’re Sick
- 7 Flattening the Curve During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- 8 Do’s and Don’ts
- 9 Information for Travelers
- 10 Information for Parents
- 11 Information for Businesses
- 12 FAQs
- 13 Summary
- 14 Resources
- 15 Quiz
COVID-19: What You Need to Know
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