What does "COVID-19" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
COVID-19 is a term used to describe a disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. This disease first appeared in late 2019 and can cause symptoms like fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. It's called COVID-19 because it's a 'coronavirus disease' that was first identified in 2019.
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