COVID-19 (coronavirus) has not yet been confirmed in Slovakia. All 211 samples tested so far were negative. In practice, measures are set up and all the departments involved cooperate closely with each other. In relation to the new coronavirus, a crisis crew has been set up and will carry out all the next steps at regular meetings.The Slovak Ministry of Health and the Slovak Public Health Office monitor the situation and inform the public without delay through the media, social networks and their web portals, the most important information is summarised on the website of MZ SR and on the website of ÚZ SR:https://www.health.gov.sk/?koronavirus-cocood-19http://www.uvzr.sk/index.php?option=com content&view=category&layout=blog&id=250&Itemid=153For citizens there are information links with continuous operation, questions can also be addressed to epidemiologists via e-mail: novykoronavirus@uzvr.sk. State at the same time launched an information campaign on public television and radio, the Ministry of Health and the Public Health Office also communicate continuously through social networks and home web portals. Information for travellers is published on the website of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic www.mzv.skAn information campaign was carried out at Austria's border crossing points last weekend. People coming to Slovakia received information leaflets from the workshop of the Office of Public Health. We monitor the situation and react operationally with preventive measures. Frequently Asked Answers prepared by the Slovak Public Health Office:What is the disease agent of COVID-19?Animals on the market in the Chinese town of Wu-chan are expected to be the source of the disease. People are believed to have contracted contact with live animals that are also sold on the market mentioned above. So far, it is uncertain what kind of animal the disease might come from.What are the manifestations of COVID-19?The new coronavirus causes acute respiratory disease (fluid infection). These are general symptoms of virosis or classical respiratory diseases, such as influenza Þ temperature above 38 °C

cough, runny nose, muscle pain, joint pain, difficulty breathing During a more comprehensive examination, an X-ray finding of pneumonia is present. The incubation time for this type of coronavirus is given 2 to 14 days, on average 6 days.How is COVID-19 treated?COVID-19 is a viral disease and we include it as a droplet infection. It doesn't work antibiotics. There is no validated vaccine yet. Treatment is symptomatic. Supportive treatment is initiated in people infected with the new coronavirus to reduce the symptoms of infection. Commonly available medicines are used for supportive treatment. Treatment is individual and based on the patient's specific needs.What are the chances that I will become infected with the new coronavirus?People may get infections from people who have been confirmed to coronavirus. There has been no confirmed case of COVID-19 in Slovakia. Given the current travel possibilities, we cannot exclude the introduction of a new coronavirus into our territory. If you have not been in countries where COVID-19 is present or have not been in contact with persons visited by those countries, this is most likely due to the flu season in progress, other acute respiratory disease or flu or flu-like disease and therefore should not be panicked. Of course, even in this case, it is important to contact your treating doctor, as even these diseases can cause serious health complications.Can COVID-19 help prevent influenza vaccination?Influenza vaccination is appropriate, protecting against influenza during the current flu season. If a person gets sick of coronavirus infection, another disease going on at the same time means a high risk of complications.Is there a need for preventive compliance with some hygiene habits?In view of the ongoing influenza season, the public is advised to take precautions that are effective in relation to droplet infections:measures.Is travel the biggest risk?Every travel to the affected areas is at risk, so we recommend considering the necessity of travel.Will wearing a protective drapes help?In an area where COVID-19 disease has not yet been recorded, wearing a protective drape or respirator is not necessary. As regards the use of masks and respirators, this is important in a sick person with respiratory disease or in a healthy person staying close to a person with respiratory disease.Where can I get more information about COVID-19?Our experts answer public questions about COVID-19 at the Call Center with continuous operation. Telephone lines accessible to the public