low risk

Coronavirus OC43

Common cold coronavirus

When to seek urgent care: Usually mild; see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen

Key facts

Family

Coronaviridae

Type

RNA virus

Severity

Mild

Incubation

1-7 days

Vaccine

None

Est. cases tracked

903

Symptoms

FeverCoughSore throatFatigue

Transmission

Respiratory dropletsContact

Prevention

Hand hygieneAvoid close contact when illVentilation

Treatment

Supportive care; hospitalization if severe

Related viruses (same family)

SARS-CoV-2 SARS-CoV-1 MERS-CoV Coronavirus 229E Coronavirus NL63 Coronavirus HKU1

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