The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Center is still learning about how the new coronavirus spreads between people. The new coronavirus was first identified in December 2019 as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory (lung) illness in the city of Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Other coronaviruses you may have heard about are severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) coronavirus and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) coronavirus. The current outbreak is a new coronavirus that causes a condition known as COVID-19. There are several types of coronaviruses - some cause illness in people and others in animals. Doctors can assess your condition and refer you to in-person care if necessary. If you are currently sick or experiencing symptoms, see a doctor on LiveHealth Online from home. There are several steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from viruses like this. Right now education is your best defense. There is a lot of information out there about the coronavirus pandemic.

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