Cases of COVID-19, a new strain of coronavirus, continue to spread in Kentuckiana and the country. As Kentucky and Indiana slowly open up, our special coronavirus section brings you the most important information related to the virus.
WHAS11 News has interactive maps powered by HURON for Kentucky and Indiana. The data is updated from John Hopkins University numbers.
Where is coronavirus in Indiana and Kentucky?
The map below shows a list of coronavirus cases in Kentucky and Indiana, as confirmed by John Hopkins University. The data updates once a day.
Global look at COVID-19 Map
What are symptoms of coronavirus?
According to the Centers for Disease Control, coronavirus patients have reported a mild to severe respiratory illness, with symptoms of cough, fever, and shortness of breath.
Those symptoms can appear within two days, or as long as 14 days after exposure, according to the CDC.
Steps to prevent contracting coronavirus
The CDC recommends these everyday lifestyle tips for avoiding the spread of any type of respiratory virus:
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
If you are sick, the CDC says to take these steps to avoid spreading a respiratory illness:
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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