Coronavirus disease 2019
As COVID-19 is a new disease, investigations are still ongoing to fully understand it and develop a vaccine. Spread of the disease is thought to be transmitted via respiratory droplets through coughing or sneezing, and can result in a variety of symptoms. It primarily targets the respiratory system with mild symptoms ranging from fever and cough to more severe cases where dyspnea and pneumonia can develop resulting in the need for respiratory assistance.