Category,Question ID,Question,Source,Answers,cate_str,cate_id
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,is it possible for donated blood to spread covid,Author Generated,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is my child with an underlying medical condition or special healthcare need at higher risk for severe illness from covid,Center for Disease Control,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,does covid live on paper,Yahoo Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Origin - Country,18,where did covid come from,Quora,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is covid especially harmful for pregnant women,Cable News Network,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Continuing Learning During COVID,180,how can i prepare in case my childs school child care facility or university is dismissed,Center for Disease Control,"stay in touch with your childs school., talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan.",Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Reason for Reopening Too Soon,553,why is america ready to reopen before a vaccine is made for covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Airborne,27,who covid airborne,Google Search,"studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air., covid cannot travel very far in the air, the world health organization says. , studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can covid live on hair,Google Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Democracy in China,624,will covid lead to the demand for democracy in china,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - United States,51,why is the covid fatality rate so high in the us compared to china,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Testing - Methodology,26,how is covid tested,Quora," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,will covid last until everyone dies and humans go extinct,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i get a face mask,John Hopkins University,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,are we all going to die of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Classifying Deaths of Recovered Patients,611,should the people that died from a stroke after recovering from covid count as a covid victim,Quora,,Reporting,4
Reporting - Media Coverup,634,is covid worse than we are being told,Quora,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - How Individuals have Changed,526,is covid making us better or worse people,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,will covid be seasonal,Yahoo Search,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,how likely am i to catch covid,Washington DC Area Television Station,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,has the covid vaccine been found,Quora,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Origin - Karma Theory,577,is our destruction of nature responsible for covid,Quora,,Origin,5
Societal Effects - Self Discovery,441,what are the new things covid has taught you,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,why doesnt china apologize for causing covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Origin - Country,18,what is the source of the virus,Illinois Department of Public Health,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,are chloroquine phosphate or hydroxychloroquine sulfate approved by the fda to treat covid,Food and Drug Administration,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,is it possible to cure covid,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,should i spray myself or my kids with disinfectant,Cable News Network,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Repurcussions for China,505,what sort of penalty should china pay for causing covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Speculation - Predicting COVID,67,was covid predicted,Yahoo Search,,Speculation,11
Societal Effects - General,23,what lessons will the world learn from covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,is there a difference between covid being an epidemic and a pandemic,Author Generated,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Comparison - SARS,348,how are covid and sars cov similar,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Prevention - General,97,is there a way to not get covid,Author Generated,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,how can i be happy sane and productive amid the covid lockdown,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Speculation - Second Wave,55,what are the chances that covid will hit again,Author Generated,,Speculation,11
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid over,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,am i wrong to capitalize covid,Author Generated,,Nomenclature,12
Individual Response - Being Infected,162,what should you do if you suspect you have covid,Quora,stay home. call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and let them know youre coming for an appointment so they can prepare for your visit.,Individual Response,9
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,will high temperatures kill covid,Quora,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,has covid peaked,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Origin - Country,18,where covid come from,Yahoo Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Societal Effects - US Politics,617,will covid change us politics,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Hopeless Scenarios,506,what could happen if the cure for covid is not found,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Positive Impacts,430,is there some good news regarding covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Media Coverup,634,is the media hiding what is really going on in us hospitals amidst covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Speculation - Bill Gates Evil Conspiracy,419,why is bill gates so interested in a covid vaccine,Quora,,Speculation,11
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is the most affected by covid,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,how have the large tech companies been affected by covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Individual Response - Willingness to Get Vaccine,541,will you take a mandatory covid vaccine,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - CDC Response,203,what is cdc doing about covid,Center for Disease Control,cdc is working with other federal partners in a whole of government response.,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can covid survive cold,Bing Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Reason for Contagiousness,407,why are covid patients contagious for so long before they show the symptoms,Quora,,Transmission,0
Origin - Time,36,when was the novel covid first reported,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Comparison - SARS,348,what is the relation between sars cov and covid,Author Generated,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Societal Effects - Daily Life,432,how has covid impacted you so far,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Politics,636,why is everything about covid political,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,can i have the flu and covid at the same time,Cable News Network,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,how can my family and i prepare for covid,Center for Disease Control,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,when covid vaccine,Google Search,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,does covid present a risk to the safety of the nations blood supply,Food and Drug Administration,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Speculation - Second Wave,55,if president trump opens the economy will we see a second wave of covid,Quora,,Speculation,11
Individual Response - Books to Read,567,can you recommend me some interesting books to read during lockdown amid covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Transmission - Infection by Asymptomatic Carriers,87,how can someone spread covid when asymptomatic,Cable News Network,"some spread might be possible before people show symptoms. , since the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, the risk of catching it from somebody who is asymptomatic, even a contact of a confirmed covid case, is low. , when you speak, sometimes youll spit a little bit. youll rub your nose. youll touch your mouth. youll rub your eyes. and then youll touch other surfaces, and then you will be spreading virus if you are infected and shedding asymptomatically., the risk of catching covid from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,how is there still not a vaccine or cure for covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,how can i best kill covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,have covid checks gone out,Google Search,,Societal Response,3
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,where are we on the covid curve now,Quora,,Reporting,4
Origin - General,24,how did covid begin,Author Generated,,Origin,5
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,will there be animal food shortages,Food and Drug Administration,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Cryptocurrencies,598,how has covid affected cryptocurrencies,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - Time until Return to Normal,481,will all jobs come back fast once the covid pandemic is over,Quora,,Speculation,11
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,do covid have cure,Google Search,,Treatment,6
Having COVID - Recovery Time,164,how long does it take to recover,Cable News Network,it takes anything up to six weeks to recover from this disease.,Having COVID,13
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,do covid symptoms come on fast,Bing Search,,Symptoms,14
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when will the covid virus end,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Individual Response - Someone in the Household Infected,152,if a family member gets sick from covid what do i do,Author Generated,"dont visit family members with suspected illness   keep up with them virtually. , most people who get covid will be able to recover at home., if your child has new or worsening emergency warning signs, such as trouble breathing, pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or inability to wake them up, or bluish lips or face, call 911. ",Individual Response,9
Transmission - General,22,how is covid spread,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Other - Mutation,7,how likely is the covid virus to mutate and when,Quora,,Other,15
Societal Effects - Democracy in China,624,how could the covid virus hurt the chinese communist partys legitimacy,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,can hydrogen peroxide kill the covid virus,Quora,,Prevention,1
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,have scientists determined the structure of bovine covid,Author Generated,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,assuming covid is not over will it end the world and humanity,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from pangolin,Yahoo Search,bats,Origin,5
Reporting - Accuracy,3,are covid deaths accurate,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,should china be held responsible for creating the covid panic in the world,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,can disinfectant sprays or wipes be used on my skin injected inhaled or ingested to prevent or treat covid,Food and Drug Administration,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Economic Effects - General,434,is the global economy headed for recession in 2020 because of covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,are recovered covid patients still contagious,Author Generated,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,which stocks should i buy during the covid outbreak,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,what does it mean that covid is a global pandemic,Illinois Department of Public Health,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Other - COVID Visual,40,what covid looks like,Google Search,,Other,15
Societal Response - United States,51,why covid is worse in us,Google Search,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Reporting - Expected Deaths,535,how many deaths do you expect from the covid when the pandemic is finally over,Quora,,Reporting,4
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,who do you believe about using hydroxychloroquine to treat covid,Yahoo Answers,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Economic Effects - General,434,what damage to the economy will covid cause,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Treatment - Advil,380,why should you not take advil during the covid pandemic,Quora,,Treatment,6
Reporting - Expected Deaths,535,will covid ultimately kill 1000000 in the us,Quora,,Reporting,4
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,why is the vaccine for covid taking so long,Quora,,Prevention,1
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,will covid go away in the summer,Google Search,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Testing - Price,2,are covid tests free,Yahoo Search,,Testing,7
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,does cdc recommend the use of facemask or face coverings to prevent covid,Center for Disease Control,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i wear a facemask,Illinois Department of Public Health,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can covid live in the freezer,Google Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,is covid more contagious than the flu,Cable News Network,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,theres already had a cure in china of covid is it true,Quora,,Treatment,6
Testing - Accuracy,4,are covid test accurate,Yahoo Search,,Testing,7
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is covid killing more liberals or conservatives,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Treatment - Antibiotics,114,are antibiotics effective in preventing or treating the covid,Washington DC Area Television Station,"no. antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. antibiotics do not prevent or treat covid disease (covid), because covid is caused by a virus, not bacteria., no, antibiotics are not effective against covid because the disease is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. , no. antibiotics do not work against viruses, they only work on bacterial infections. covid is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work.",Treatment,6
Speculation - Conspiracy Theories,439,what arent they telling us about covid,Quora,,Speculation,11
Prevention - General,97,what advice should we follow against covid,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,are smokers or vapers at higher risk,Cable News Network,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,am i at risk for serious complications from covid if i smoke cigarettes,Food and Drug Administration,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Going to Work,688,can i still go to work,Author Generated,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Transmission - Corpses,34,can covid be transmitted after death,Author Generated,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,what lasting health impact will covid have on those who recover from covid,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Symptoms - General,17,what are the symptoms of covid,Quora,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,what are you doing to spend time while staying home due to covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,what is the reasoning behind covid affecting the stock market,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Testing - Necessity for Pets,130,are covid tests being used on pets,Author Generated,"routine testing of pets for covid is not recommended at this time., no. at this time, routine testing of animals for covid is not recommended. ",Testing,7
Reporting - Movie About COVID,460,do you think they will make a movie about covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,evidence of hydroxychloroquine(hcq) being anti inflammatory in covid critically ill patients with elevated plasma cytokines,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,how long will we have to keep social distancing,Cable News Network,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Transmission - General,22,how covid spreads,Google Search," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Symptoms - General,17,who covid symptoms,Google Search,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,what is hydroxylchloroquine and is it effective in the treatment of covid,Quora,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,how long does covid live on surfaces,Quora,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,how long does it take for infected people to show symptoms,Author Generated,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,has covid been around for a while,Yahoo Search,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,will i get covid by being near someone who recovered from covid,Author Generated,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Treatment - Quinine,650,why is quinine effective in curing covid,Quora,,Treatment,6
Origin - Country,18,where covid originate,Bing Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,should china be held responsible for the financial and economic liability other countries have suffered due to the covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Testing - Importance,50,why are we testing for covid,Author Generated,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,how should people in the same house get ready for covid,Author Generated,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Transmission - General,22,how does this covid spread,Cable News Network," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Measures Taken,524,what are the various steps countries are taking to contain the covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,is it safe to travel right after the covid pandemic,Quora,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,how long will it take for scientists to develop a vaccine to covid,Quora,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,did covid cost trump his second term,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,what animal species can get covid,Food and Drug Administration,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,are hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin the best treatment protocol for covid,Quora,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Freedom,596,is it a violation of our freedom for the american economy to be closed due to covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,is it safe to order take out,John Hopkins University,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,how should medical centers respond to a covid patient,Author Generated,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,which covid symptoms come first,Bing Search,,Symptoms,14
Prevention - Vaccine: Usefulness,139,is it possible to develop a vaccine for covid if its proved that even survivors dont develop immunity to this disease,Quora,"in some cases, a vaccine might give stronger protection than antibodies produced after being infected, epidemiologist. ",Prevention,1
Symptoms - Stroke,10,is it true young people with covid are also having blood clots and strokes,Cable News Network,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Societal Response - United States,51,how come the us is hit so bad by covid,Author Generated,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Prevention - Radiation,210,would microwave kill covid,Bing Search,,Prevention,1
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,are there any fda approved drug products or medicines to treat covid,Food and Drug Administration,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Trump Infection,476,what would happen if trump tests positive for covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,other than hand sanitizer how can i protect myself from covid,Author Generated,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,can covid be cured,Bing Search,,Treatment,6
Economic Effects - Industries,431,which businesses took an unexpected hit because of covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,what animals can get covid,Center for Disease Control,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,how covid got its name,Yahoo Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - Trump's Suggeston of Disinfectant Injection,519,when he suggested that injecting disinfectant could cure covid was trump joking,Author Generated,,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - Fear,58,how concerned are you about the covid that causes covid,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,is covid weaponized,Quora,,Origin,5
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,do covid effects last forever,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from a bat,Yahoo Search,bats,Origin,5
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,can you get covid twice or does it cause immunity,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,what is your routine for the covid holidays,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,has covid been in humans for years,Google Search,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Testing - Methodology,26,how covid is tested,Google Search," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,does covid live on clothes,Google Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why is the disease being called covid disease 2019,Center for Disease Control,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,should covid be all caps,Bing Search,,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,will an antibody test show whether im immune and can go back to work,Cable News Network,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Reporting - Misconceptions,463,what are some rumors related to covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,would atheists be more likely to get covid,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - United States,51,how come the infection rate of covid is much higher in the u.s. than it is in china even though china is more compact and populous,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,how can my family cope with the added stress,Center for Disease Control,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,is covid man made,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,how are you using the sudden surplus of time you have due to the covid social distancing and closures,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - United States,51,why does the united states have more death due to covid than any other nations in the world,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Treatment - Antibiotics,114,are antibiotics effective in preventing or treating covid,Food and Drug Administration,"no. antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. antibiotics do not prevent or treat covid disease (covid), because covid is caused by a virus, not bacteria., no, antibiotics are not effective against covid because the disease is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. , no. antibiotics do not work against viruses, they only work on bacterial infections. covid is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work.",Treatment,6
Economic Effects - Making Money,594,can you make money online during covid country lockdown,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,can i make my own hand sanitizer,John Hopkins University,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Airborne,27,can covid travel by wind,Cable News Network,"studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air., covid cannot travel very far in the air, the world health organization says. , studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.",Transmission,0
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,if i have a weakened immune system should i cancel my travel plans,Cable News Network,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Societal Response - Measures Taken,524,what are the safety measures taken globally to prevent covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - China,437,what strategies did china use to stop covid,Author Generated,,Societal Response,3
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,do we know bovine covids structure,Author Generated,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Societal Effects - Consequences of COVID,456,what are the bad impacts of the covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - General,23,what needs to change once the covid pandemic is over,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,do covid symptoms come on quickly,Yahoo Search,,Symptoms,14
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,what treatments are available for covid,Food and Drug Administration,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,how long was needed to get covids full genome sequence,Author Generated,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,may health care providers prescribe chloroquine phosphate or hydroxychloroquine sulfate off label to treat patients with covid,Food and Drug Administration,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Reporting - Deaths,56,can someone contract covid and not die,Quora,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,how does the covid virus cause death in the infected patient,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what is the acronym covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Prevention - Herd Immunity,550,is the swedish model of herd immunity for the covid virus a better way in the long run,Quora,,Prevention,1
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,have covid deaths peaked,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Treatment - Plasma,112,how successful was plasma therapy against covid,Quora,convalescent plasma is being investigated for the treatment of covid because there is no approved treatment for this disease and there is some information that suggests it might help some patients recover from covid.,Treatment,6
Transmission - Airborne,27,is covid airborne,Yahoo Search,"studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air., covid cannot travel very far in the air, the world health organization says. , studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.",Transmission,0
Origin - General,24,how did covid get started,Author Generated,,Origin,5
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid ever go away,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Effects - Trump Infection,476,what would happen if donald trump caught and died from covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,can one be immune to covid,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Biological Profile,166,what are covids,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"a novel covid is a new covid that has not been previously identifed. the virus causing covid disease 2019 (covid), is not the same as the covides that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold., covids are spherical, enveloped, and the largest of positive strand rna v",Nomenclature,12
Societal Effects - Stigma,167,do you think there will be more racism during covid,Quora,"people in the u.s. may be worried or anxious about friends and relatives who are living in or visiting areas where covid is spreading. some people are worried about getting the disease from these people. fear and anxiety can lead to social stigma, for example, toward people who live in certain parts of the world, people who have traveled internationally, people who were in quarantine, or healthcare professionals. ",Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,when covid checks,Bing Search,,Societal Response,3
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,what is it that is making the stock market even better amid the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,how is covid dangerous,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Testing - Methodology,26,in addition to oral swabs which tests detected the presence of covid virus,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Prevention - General,97,how are you avoiding gaining the covid,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can the virus that causes covid be spread through food,Center for Disease Control,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,was covid weaponized,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,should i make my own hand sanitizer if i cant find it in the stores,Center for Disease Control,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Water,6,could covid potentially be transmitted through water,Author Generated,there is no evidence that covid can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs.,Transmission,0
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i wear a face mask in public,Cable News Network,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Origin - Country,18,how did the covid virus appear,Quora,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Individual Response - Resolution with Religion,582,why cant prayer relieve the covid situation,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,what are some useful tips for working at home due to the covid,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Transmission - Airborne,27,can the virus that causes covid be transmitted through the air,Quora,"studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air., covid cannot travel very far in the air, the world health organization says. , studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.",Transmission,0
Reporting - Use of COVID as Political Tool,510,is covid a political tool,Quora,,Reporting,4
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,is there reason to believe the covid deaths in china are underreported,Quora,,Reporting,4
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid cases declining,Bing Search,,Reporting,4
Transmission - General,22,how does the virus spread,Center for Disease Control," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,will mosquitoes give me covid,Author Generated,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,will covid kill me,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,when would covid be considered a pandemic,Author Generated,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,is covid worse than flu,Google Search,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Societal Effects - Daily Life,432,in what ways have people been affected by covid,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Speculation - Second Wave,55,will covid come back,Google Search,,Speculation,11
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,how can families get ready for lockdown,Author Generated,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Blaming Trump,474,is the united states preparedness for covid trumps fault,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Fear,58,is covid that bad,Google Search,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Origin - General,24,what is the main cause of covid,Quora,,Origin,5
Prevention - Going Outdoors,90,is it risky to leave my house to exercise,Author Generated,"yes, go outdoors for fresh air and exercise. ride a bike, walk the dog, go for a hike, jog. social distancing does not mean staying indoors, it means avoiding close contact with people., walk dogs on a leash, maintaining at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people and animals, do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings. ",Prevention,1
Transmission - Contact Lenses,136,can contacts put me at risk for covid,Author Generated,"there is no evidence to suggest contact lens wearers are more at risk for acquiring covid than eyeglass wearers., people who are healthy can continue to wear and care for their contact lenses as prescribed by their eye care professional.",Transmission,0
Testing - Accuracy,4,which covid test is best,Google Search,,Testing,7
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,should i cancel my trip,John Hopkins University,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Comparison - SARS,348,are sars cov and covid related,Author Generated,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Transmission - Pets,84,can i get covid from my pets or other animals,Center for Disease Control,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Time of Contagiousness When Infected,397,when are you contagious with covid,Yahoo Search,,Transmission,0
Origin - General,24,how covid started,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,what are some tips to help prepare in the event that covid becomes a pandemic,Quora,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,how do i disinfect if i dont have hand sanitizer,Author Generated,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,can homemade hand sanitizer replace real hand sanitizer,Author Generated,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,will the presidential election be affected by covid,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,are people with disabilities at higher risk,Center for Disease Control,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Reporting - Deaths,56,what approximately is the actual mortality rate for covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,is covid a bioweapon,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,how long will social distancing for covid last,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Other - Mutation,7,is covid currently mutating,Quora,,Other,15
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,will ibuprofen have adverse effects on covid patients,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,when was sars cov first identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Transmission - Time of Contagiousness When Infected,397,at what stage is covid the most contagious,Quora,,Transmission,0
Other - Mutation,7,did covid mutate,Yahoo Search,,Other,15
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,given the evidence so far will covid most likely go away in the summer,Quora,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Having COVID - Reason for Asymptomatic,511,why are some people asymptomatic while others can be highly symptomatic with the covid,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Location of COVID Genome,276,where can published genomic sequences be found for the covid virus,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"global initiative on sharing all influenza data (gisaid), global initiative on sharing all influenza data (gisaid) (https//www.gisaid.org/)",Reporting,4
Individual Response - Someone in the Household Infected,152,are there any steps i should take if i think someone i live with has covid,Author Generated,"dont visit family members with suspected illness   keep up with them virtually. , most people who get covid will be able to recover at home., if your child has new or worsening emergency warning signs, such as trouble breathing, pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or inability to wake them up, or bluish lips or face, call 911. ",Individual Response,9
Other - Mutation,7,had covid mutated,Bing Search,,Other,15
Transmission - Contact Lenses,136,should contact lens wearers take special precautions to prevent covid,Center for Disease Control,"there is no evidence to suggest contact lens wearers are more at risk for acquiring covid than eyeglass wearers., people who are healthy can continue to wear and care for their contact lenses as prescribed by their eye care professional.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Trump's Suggeston of Disinfectant Injection,519,did donald trump really suggest injecting disinfectant to fight covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Prevention - General,97,how can i prevent covid,Food and Drug Administration,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Reporting - Deaths,56,is it true that covid has a less than 1% fatality rate,Quora,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,can old people with covid survive,Quora,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is asthma a risk factor for covid,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Testing - Methodology,26,what kind of test can diagnose covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,what is the molecular structure of bovine covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Other - Food Shortages,126,do i need to stock up on food,Author Generated,,Other,15
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,how can we distinguish between covid and the flu,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,is there a vaccine drug or treatment for covid,Washington DC Area Television Station,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,when was the novel covid first reported,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Prevention - Radiation,210,can i use radiation to kill covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,is covid a man made virus,Quora,,Origin,5
Testing - Methodology,26,how covid test is done,Google Search," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,what is the likelihood that covid will kill the entire population,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,can i be infected by someone who recovered from covid,Author Generated,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Symptoms - General,17,does covid have any neurological symptoms,Quora,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Economic Effects - Industries,431,what industries will have a huge boost once covid lockdowns end,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Symptoms - Illness Caused by COVID,241,can covid cause secondary illnesses,Author Generated,"the novel covid (covid) infection caused pneumonia. , covid disease 2019 (covid  19)",Symptoms,14
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,until when should i wear a mask after recovering from an illness with respiratory symptoms,United Nations,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Testing - Accuracy,4,is it true that when they test for covid that they cannot specifically determine if it is covid or not,Yahoo Answers,,Testing,7
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,did the covid develop in a laboratory,Quora,,Origin,5
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,should i use soap and water or a hand sanitizer to protect against covid,Center for Disease Control,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Economic Effects - General,434,how could the covid outbreak trigger a major economic recession in the us,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,is there a treatment for covid yet,Author Generated,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Transmission - Wild Animals,221,will i get covid from a wild animal,Author Generated,"currently, there is no evidence to suggest the virus that causes covid is circulating in free living wildlife in the united states, or that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the united states. , other covides have been found in north american bats in the past, but there is currently no evidence that the virus that causes covid is present in any free living wildlife in the united states, including bats. ",Transmission,0
Testing - Price,2,will i be charged for a covid test,Author Generated,,Testing,7
Economic Effects - General,434,is covid an economic pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Origin - Natural Reservoir,322,what is a natural reservoir of covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"the seafood market, bats",Origin,5
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,is it safe to do grocery shopping in costco amidst covid,Quora,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,how do you wash vegetables and fruits these days of the covid epidemic,Quora,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Reporting - Deaths,56,world covid death toll,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,for what reason is the stock market affected by covid,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Prevention - Remaining Safe while Travelling,160,if traveling on a plane how do i stay safe,Cable News Network,its not the cabin air you need to worry about. its keeping your hands clean.,Prevention,1
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is at higher risk,Illinois Department of Public Health,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Testing - Accuracy,4,are covid tests accurate,Google Search,,Testing,7
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i wear a mask to protect myself,Washington DC Area Television Station,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Hopeless Scenarios,506,what happens if lockdown cant prevent from covid for a whole year especially that there is no vaccine and cure,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,was covid engineered,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Prevention - Going Outdoors,90,should i get out of the house,Author Generated,"yes, go outdoors for fresh air and exercise. ride a bike, walk the dog, go for a hike, jog. social distancing does not mean staying indoors, it means avoiding close contact with people., walk dogs on a leash, maintaining at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people and animals, do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings. ",Prevention,1
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,what is the proper capitalization for covid,Quora,,Nomenclature,12
Reporting - Expected Deaths,535,what is the realistic health impact of covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,has covid been around longer,Google Search,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Societal Response - Politics,636,why does a persons response to covid often correlate to their position on the political spectrum,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Symptoms - Stroke,10,is it possible to get a stroke from covid,Author Generated,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,how do i know if i need to be tested,Author Generated,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Individual Response - Being Infected,162,what are the procedures that i should take if i think i have covid,Author Generated,stay home. call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and let them know youre coming for an appointment so they can prepare for your visit.,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - Bad Response from WHO,588,how did the who fail in this covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Pets,84,can i get covid from my pet,Illinois Department of Public Health,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Trump's Mishandling,445,how is trump mishandling the covid situation,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Speculation - Time until Return to Normal,481,when do you think the world will stabilize after covid ends,Quora,,Speculation,11
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,is covid supposed to be uppercase,Author Generated,,Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - Trump's Suggeston of Disinfectant Injection,519,what are peoples impressions about president trump claiming he was being sarcastic when musing whether people should inject disinfectant to defeat covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid end,Bing Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can covid live on surfaces,Yahoo Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Testing - Importance,50,what is the point of testing people for covid,Author Generated,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,why covid is not the flu,Yahoo Search,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can i get the covid from food food packaging or food containers and preparation area,Food and Drug Administration,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,if regular flu vaccines can be produced each year why does the covid vaccine need 12 18 months,Quora,,Prevention,1
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,is covid bio engineered,Quora,,Origin,5
Transmission - Reason for Childhood Immunity,512,how are babies not affected by covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,what happened to covid 1 18 and will there be a covid 20,Quora,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Going Outdoors,90,am i allowed to go out,Author Generated,"yes, go outdoors for fresh air and exercise. ride a bike, walk the dog, go for a hike, jog. social distancing does not mean staying indoors, it means avoiding close contact with people., walk dogs on a leash, maintaining at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people and animals, do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings. ",Prevention,1
Testing - Accuracy,4,are covid tests reliable,Yahoo Search,,Testing,7
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why covid called covid,Google Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - Trump's Suggeston of Disinfectant Injection,519,is it true that the president has suggested that people inject with disinfectant to cure covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Pets,84,can i get covid from my pet or other animals,Food and Drug Administration,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Going to Work,688,is it still safe to work,Author Generated,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,in covid what is the meaning of 19 here,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Speculation - Second Wave,55,can covid return after lockdown is lifted,Author Generated,,Speculation,11
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,can i test myself for covid just in case,Author Generated,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Nomenclature - Scientific Name,229,what is the genus of the sars covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,betacovid,Nomenclature,12
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid start with bats,Google Search,bats,Origin,5
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid end,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Speculation - 2020 COVID Strain,467,how could covid become covid 20,Quora,,Speculation,11
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,is there any way to tell between covid and flu,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,how can i protect my child from a covid infection,Quora,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Martial Law,601,will covid really put the us into martial law,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,what is the official end date to covid,Yahoo Answers,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid numbers going down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - Daily Life,432,how has covid affected your everyday life,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,is covid the end of humanity,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Individual Response - Future Plans,473,what is the first thing you would do after the covid quarantine,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Effects - General,23,what are some specific new norms that well see after covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Positive Impacts,430,what is 1 good thing that has happened as a result of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,what should i do to stop my kids from getting covid,Author Generated,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,how do i know if it is covid or just the common flu,United Nations,,Comparison,8
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,how long did it take to publish the full genomic sequence of covid after it was identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,does covid die in heat,Yahoo Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Remaining Safe while Travelling,160,what are some covid related travel tips,Quora,its not the cabin air you need to worry about. its keeping your hands clean.,Prevention,1
Transmission - General,22,how does covid get spread,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,do covid antibodies mean immunity,Google Search,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Reporting - Deaths,56,who covid deaths,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,was covid preceded by covid 18,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,will covid end in summer,Google Search,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Individual Response - Future Plans,473,wheres the first place youre going to travel to once covid dies down,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,is it the right time to invest in the stock market as the market is unstable due to the covid fear,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Effects - General,23,how is the new covid disease going to affect the world,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Symptoms - General,17,what symptoms might people experience with covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,are there any recommended products for disinfecting covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Symptoms - Illness Caused by COVID,241,which disease does covid cause,Author Generated,"the novel covid (covid) infection caused pneumonia. , covid disease 2019 (covid  19)",Symptoms,14
Societal Effects - Continuing Learning During COVID,180,how can i make sure my child continues to get their education,Author Generated,"stay in touch with your childs school., talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan.",Societal Effects,2
Other - Personally Known Patients,417,do you personally know anybody who has been hospitalized due to the corona virus covid,Quora,,Other,15
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,will i be able to make money by buying stocks,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,what covid does to your body,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Comparison - Black Death,566,is the covid pandemic comparable to the black death pandemic,Quora,,Comparison,8
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,what will be the breaking point that will declare covid a pandemic,Quora,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Reporting - Reasons for Increasing Number of Cases,172,why we are seeing rising cases due to covid,Quora,the number of cases of covid being reported in the united states is rising due to increased laboratory testing and reporting across the country. the growing number of cases in part re$ects the rapid spread of covid as many u.s. states and territories experience community spread.,Reporting,4
Societal Response - Reason for Reopening Too Soon,553,why are people more concerned with going back to work than staying home until the covid virus improves,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Prevention - General,97,how do i keep safe from covid,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Societal Response - Rebuilding Economy,485,how do we recover from the economic impacts of covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Wild Animals,221,should i be concerned about a wild animal giving me covid,Author Generated,"currently, there is no evidence to suggest the virus that causes covid is circulating in free living wildlife in the united states, or that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the united states. , other covides have been found in north american bats in the past, but there is currently no evidence that the virus that causes covid is present in any free living wildlife in the united states, including bats. ",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - World Superpower,455,will china become superpower after covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Symptoms - Stroke,10,if i have covid will i have a stroke,Author Generated,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Societal Effects - Positive Impacts,430,what are the positive impacts of the covid crisis,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,why are so many people not taking the covid threat seriously,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Individual Response - Change in Plans,452,how is life under lockdown due to covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Treatment - Advil,380,should covid patients take advil,Bing Search,,Treatment,6
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,will warm weather stop the outbreak of covid,Center for Disease Control,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is covid dangerous for those who vape,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,can covid be transmitted by mosquitoes,Google Search,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,are covid symptoms sudden,Yahoo Search,,Symptoms,14
Societal Effects - How Individuals have Changed,526,what will you do different in your life now than what you did before since covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,is covid curable,Author Generated,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Transmission - Water,6,can the covid virus spread through drinking water,Quora,there is no evidence that covid can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs.,Transmission,0
Testing - Importance,50,why covid testing is important,Google Search,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,do recovered covid patients infect people,Author Generated,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Other - Effect on Animals,471,how do dogs and cats contract covid,Quora,,Other,15
Transmission - Corpses,34,do covid deaths have to be cremated,Google Search,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from animals,Yahoo Search,bats,Origin,5
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,does covid cause permanent lung damage,Yahoo Search,,Having COVID,13
Individual Response - Being Infected,162,what would you do if you found out you had covid,Quora,stay home. call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and let them know youre coming for an appointment so they can prepare for your visit.,Individual Response,9
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,did covid start in a lab,Bing Search,,Origin,5
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,is china lying about covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,what covid does to the body,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Origin - General,24,why covid happened,Google Search,,Origin,5
Economic Effects - Real Estate,464,will real estate prices go down with the covid panic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,does covid cause irreversible damage to the respiratory system,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Testing - Availability,57,where to get tested for covid,Yahoo Search,"to be tested for covid, a sample is typically collected from your nose and/or throat with a special swab at a designated collection location staffed by health care professionals., at this time, the fda has not authorized any covid test to be completely used and processed at home. , yes, there are tests for covid. , contact your state, local, tribal, or territorial department for more information, or reach out to a medical provider. ",Testing,7
Societal Effects - Education,190,will schools be dismissed if there is an outbreak in my community,Center for Disease Control,read or watch local media sources that report school dismissals or and watch for communication from your childs school.,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Expected Deaths,535,can covid reduce the population of humans on earth by half,Quora,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,what covid do,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why is it called a covid,John Hopkins University,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - United States,51,how is the us reaction to the spread of the covid different from chinas,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Corpses,34,am i at risk if i touch someone who died of covid after they have passed away,Center for Disease Control,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,how can people not believe the covid is real,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,which covid symptoms appear first,Bing Search,,Symptoms,14
Reporting - Misconceptions,463,what are some common misconceptions about covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,what should i do if my family member died from covid while overseas,Center for Disease Control,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,is the covid virus a sign of an upcoming apocalypse,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,have covid checks gone out yet,Google Search,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Repurcussions for China,505,how can the world hold china financially liable for the covid global pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Symptoms - Illness Caused by COVID,241,what other disease will covid result in,Author Generated,"the novel covid (covid) infection caused pneumonia. , covid disease 2019 (covid  19)",Symptoms,14
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,what covs were known to infect humans before december 2019,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Testing - Accuracy,4,are covid antibody tests accurate,Google Search,,Testing,7
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,how can covid patients be treated,Author Generated,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Prevention - Going to Work,688,is it risky to continue going to work,Author Generated,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,if you were quarantined due to the covid virus what would you do to entertain yourself,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,is there anything i can do to help my family prepare for covid,Author Generated,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,do covid antibodies provide immunity,Google Search,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Wild Animals,221,can bats in united states spread covid back to people,Center for Disease Control,"currently, there is no evidence to suggest the virus that causes covid is circulating in free living wildlife in the united states, or that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the united states. , other covides have been found in north american bats in the past, but there is currently no evidence that the virus that causes covid is present in any free living wildlife in the united states, including bats. ",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,how covid works,Yahoo Search,,Having COVID,13
Treatment - Intubation,32,should covid patients be on ventilators,Google Search,,Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Blaming Trump,474,what do trump supporters think of his handling of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Going to Work,688,how do i know if i should stop going to work,Author Generated,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,should covid patients avoid taking ibuprofen,Quora,,Treatment,6
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,what is the best way to make sure my child wont get infected,Author Generated,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Economic Effects - General,434,will covid cause a global economic collapse that is worse than the great recession of 2008,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,whats something youve enjoyed since covid quarantining,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,are covid survivors immune,Yahoo Search,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Positive Impacts,430,is there any blessing in disguise from this covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Economic Effects - General,434,how destructive has covid been for the world economy,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,do you think covid was injected purposely,Quora,,Origin,5
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can covid live on food,Yahoo Search,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Education,190,what will be the educational impacts of covid,Quora,read or watch local media sources that report school dismissals or and watch for communication from your childs school.,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - China,437,how was china able to control covid so well,Author Generated,,Societal Response,3
Testing - Methodology,26,how covid test is done,Google Search," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Origin - Country,18,is china really the origin of covid,Quora,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,why covid is dangerous,Yahoo Search,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Wild Animals,221,can wild animals spread the virus that causes covid to people or pets,Center for Disease Control,"currently, there is no evidence to suggest the virus that causes covid is circulating in free living wildlife in the united states, or that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the united states. , other covides have been found in north american bats in the past, but there is currently no evidence that the virus that causes covid is present in any free living wildlife in the united states, including bats. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,how much of a factor will the covid be in the 2020 presidential election,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Origin - 5G Network Conspiracy,142,does this pandemic have anything to do with the 5g network,Cable News Network,no. thats just a hoax going around the internet.,Origin,5
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,what is a pandemic,Author Generated,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,in what ways can covid infect medical staff,Author Generated,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what is covid stand for,Yahoo Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,why and how is covid affecting the stock market,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,why are people still going outside with their kids when its not safe (covid),Quora,,Individual Response,9
Testing - Necessity for Pets,130,am i able to test my pet for covid,Author Generated,"routine testing of pets for covid is not recommended at this time., no. at this time, routine testing of animals for covid is not recommended. ",Testing,7
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,do hospitals have special steps for covid patients,Author Generated,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can i get sick with covid if it is on food,Center for Disease Control,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,if i have recovered from covid will i be immune to it,Author Generated,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Public Transportation,154,should i avoid public transportation,Cable News Network,"if you rely on public transportation, use caution. if youre sick or live in an area where an outbreak has been reported, avoid it. ",Prevention,1
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,do covid masks have to be a specific material,Yahoo Search,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Response - Reasons for Politicization of COVID,589,why is the covid pandemic a bipartisan issue,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - Views on Protesting,408,how do you feel about the anti lockdown protests happening across the us from covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Speculation - Different President,517,would obama handle the covid incident better than trump,Quora,,Speculation,11
Economic Effects - Industries,431,what industries will never be the same because of covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,with the stock market down due to the covid is it a good time to buy or sell your stocks,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid die out,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,what is covids incubation period,Author Generated,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Societal Effects - US Politics,617,is covid the end of the conservative movement in america,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Testing - Importance,50,why covid testing,Google Search,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Comparison - Other Viruses,85,whats the difference between the new covid and other covids,John Hopkins University,"the new covid is different from these, and was only identified in december 2019.",Comparison,8
Individual Response - Someone in the Household Infected,152,what should i do if someone in my house gets sick with covid,Center for Disease Control,"dont visit family members with suspected illness   keep up with them virtually. , most people who get covid will be able to recover at home., if your child has new or worsening emergency warning signs, such as trouble breathing, pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or inability to wake them up, or bluish lips or face, call 911. ",Individual Response,9
Societal Response - United States,51,why have so many people died from covid in the us,Author Generated,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,is it possible to get infected with covid and another virus,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Testing - Availability,57,how can i get tested for covid,United Nations,"to be tested for covid, a sample is typically collected from your nose and/or throat with a special swab at a designated collection location staffed by health care professionals., at this time, the fda has not authorized any covid test to be completely used and processed at home. , yes, there are tests for covid. , contact your state, local, tribal, or territorial department for more information, or reach out to a medical provider. ",Testing,7
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,should covid patients take ibuprofen,Bing Search,,Treatment,6
Testing - Availability,57,how are people tested for covid,Food and Drug Administration,"to be tested for covid, a sample is typically collected from your nose and/or throat with a special swab at a designated collection location staffed by health care professionals., at this time, the fda has not authorized any covid test to be completely used and processed at home. , yes, there are tests for covid. , contact your state, local, tribal, or territorial department for more information, or reach out to a medical provider. ",Testing,7
Reporting - Deaths,56,who covid mortality rate,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,will covid kill us all,Yahoo Search,,Societal Effects,2
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,can you get covid if you already have the flu,Author Generated,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,can covid be treated with ibuprofen,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,what is the effect of chloroquine(cq) and hydroxychloroquine(hcq) on endosomal maturation and endocytosis in covid treatment,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,what are the ways that covid can kill people,Author Generated,,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,have covid cases peaked,Bing Search,,Reporting,4
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i use a mask,United Nations,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,what happens when i get covid,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,have covid cases gone down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,what covid does,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,has covid slowed down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,was covid man made,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,can wearing a face mask prevent covid,Quora,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - General,23,is it possible that life will not return to normal after covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - General,23,how do you think is the new normal going to look like in after covid days to come,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,should china cdc (center for disease control) be responsible for the outbreak of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,how should you treat the covid at home,Quora,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Economic Effects - Individuals' Finances,435,how is covid affecting peoples personal finance,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid ends,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,how can we distinguish covid from flu as a patient,Quora,,Comparison,8
Individual Response - Being Infected,162,what do i do if i think im sick,Cable News Network,stay home. call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and let them know youre coming for an appointment so they can prepare for your visit.,Individual Response,9
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid go away,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Response - CDC Response,203,how is the cdc handling (or mishandling) covid,Quora,cdc is working with other federal partners in a whole of government response.,Societal Response,3
Prevention - Vaccine Creator,482,who found the vaccine for covid,Quora,,Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Perception of China,470,have your views towards china changed after the burst of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,was covid found in toilet paper,Google Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,how long has covid existed,Author Generated,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Societal Effects - General,23,how covid will change the world,Google Search,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,excepting president donald trump as an answer what person or organization is most responsible for the rapid spread of the covid virus pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Intubation,32,is covid survivable without ventilators,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,how deadly is covid to pets,Quora,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,is it okay to go buy groceries,Author Generated,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,what are things to do at home during the covid shut down period which will be useful later,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,what is the size of bovine covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,is there a reason that covid is called a pandemic now,Author Generated,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Testing - Testing Everyone,138,why cant we just test everyone in the us,Cable News Network,"doctors say its not realistic to test all 328 million people in the us, especially since many states are still struggling to get enough tests or testing supplies. ",Testing,7
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can covid survive in heat,Google Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,how likely am i to get covid from mosquitoes,Author Generated,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,is it risky to receive donated blood,Author Generated,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can covid live on clothes,Yahoo Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,how long is the incubation time for covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Societal Effects - General,23,will the world go back to normal after the covid is gone,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - General,97,whats the best way to prevent covid,Cable News Network,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Reporting - Is Situation Improving,514,how effective is the measure of social distancing in the fight against covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,what are the early symptoms of the covid,Quora,,Symptoms,14
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,who is in charge for the covid outbreak,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,should i be tested for covid,Center for Disease Control,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,is it safe to go shopping,Author Generated,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what does covid mean,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can covid spread through food,Google Search,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Treatment - Plasma,112,why is convalescent plasma being investigated to treat covid,Food and Drug Administration,convalescent plasma is being investigated for the treatment of covid because there is no approved treatment for this disease and there is some information that suggests it might help some patients recover from covid.,Treatment,6
Origin - Country,18,where covid really come from,Google Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,what is taking so long to develop a vaccine for covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Prevention - Going to Work,102,should i go to work,Cable News Network,"if you can, you should stay home from work when youre sick, whether or not you have covid. , stay home if you can. talk to your employer to discuss working from home, taking leave if you or someone in your household gets sick with covid symptoms, or if your childs school is dismissed temporarily. ",Prevention,1
Reporting - Deaths,56,compared to past pandemics how deadly is covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Origin - Country,18,where covid start,Bing Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,can mosquitoes transmit covid,Cable News Network,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Blaming Trump,474,has president trump failed america throughout the covid outbreak,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,how are blood donors being screened,Author Generated,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,which are the medicines currently being used to treat covid,Quora,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Individual Response - Willingness to Get Vaccine,541,would you consider getting a vaccine for covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,will alternative disinfection work against covid,Author Generated,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Nomenclature - Biological Profile,166,what is covid virus,Yahoo Search,"a novel covid is a new covid that has not been previously identifed. the virus causing covid disease 2019 (covid), is not the same as the covides that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold., covids are spherical, enveloped, and the largest of positive strand rna v",Nomenclature,12
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,was covid created in a lab,Quora,,Origin,5
Societal Effects - East and West Relations,631,how has covid altered us china relations,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,have covid numbers going down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - General,23,how will covid affect our generation,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Economic Effects - Industries,431,which large restaurant chains will be driven out of business by covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Response - United States,51,for what reasons is the us handling the pandemic so poorly,Author Generated,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can i get covid from a food worker handling my food,Food and Drug Administration,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,are there ways other than hand sanitizer and soap to kill covid,Author Generated,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,can mosquitoes or ticks spread the virus that causes covid,Center for Disease Control,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,what are the beginning symptoms for covid,Author Generated,,Symptoms,14
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,was covid made in a lab,Google Search,,Origin,5
Transmission - Demographics: Blood Type,140,is it true that o+ blood types are immune to the covid,Quora,"with this respiratory virus, (as) with other covides, no, said dr. maria van kerkhove, technical lead for the world health organizations covid response. ",Transmission,0
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,is china being truthful about the number of deaths due to the covid or is it much higher,Quora,,Reporting,4
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,who covid pandemic,Bing Search,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can covid be transmitted through food,Google Search,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - General,23,how is life before covid and after covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Continuing Learning During COVID,180,while schools out how can i help my child continue learning,Center for Disease Control,"stay in touch with your childs school., talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan.",Societal Effects,2
Symptoms - Stroke,10,do covid patients get strokes,Author Generated,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Treatment - Antibiotics,114,can antibiotics kill covid,Author Generated,"no. antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. antibiotics do not prevent or treat covid disease (covid), because covid is caused by a virus, not bacteria., no, antibiotics are not effective against covid because the disease is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. , no. antibiotics do not work against viruses, they only work on bacterial infections. covid is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work.",Treatment,6
Economic Effects - Making Money,594,how can i make quick cash during the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Testing - Necessity for Pets,130,do i need to get my pet tested for covid,Center for Disease Control,"routine testing of pets for covid is not recommended at this time., no. at this time, routine testing of animals for covid is not recommended. ",Testing,7
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,which covid symptoms lead to death,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,should i ingest disinfectant to cure covid,Author Generated,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,can disinfectant sprays cure me if i have covid,Author Generated,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,what are your tips for staying productive while staying home during the covid pandemic,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,are covid hoax hypotheses a form of denial based coping,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - China,437,what is china doing to stop the spread of covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,has a treatment been released to treat covid,Author Generated,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,had covid and recovered,Bing Search,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,when to get tested for covid,Yahoo Search,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,how does covid differ from the flu,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Reason for Childhood Immunity,512,why are children almost immune to covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Transmission - Contact Lenses,136,are contacts likely to spread covid,Author Generated,"there is no evidence to suggest contact lens wearers are more at risk for acquiring covid than eyeglass wearers., people who are healthy can continue to wear and care for their contact lenses as prescribed by their eye care professional.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Infection by Asymptomatic Carriers,87,can i catch the virus from being in an enclosed space in close proximity to someone who doesnt have respiratory symptoms,United Nations,"some spread might be possible before people show symptoms. , since the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, the risk of catching it from somebody who is asymptomatic, even a contact of a confirmed covid case, is low. , when you speak, sometimes youll spit a little bit. youll rub your nose. youll touch your mouth. youll rub your eyes. and then youll touch other surfaces, and then you will be spreading virus if you are infected and shedding asymptomatically., the risk of catching covid from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. ",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,what was the time needed to get the full sequence of covid,Author Generated,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why covid called novel,Yahoo Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,is covid a pandemic,Quora,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,who is more responsible for covid who or china,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,can someone who has had covid spread the illness to others,Center for Disease Control,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Testing - Methodology,26,how do testing kits for covid detect the virus,Quora," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,what makes covid more dangerous than sars,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,is the u.s. food supply safe,Food and Drug Administration,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when will covid end and covid 20 start,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,how should parents keep children safe,Author Generated,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,is it dangerous to get donated blood,Author Generated,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - General,97,how do i stop covid,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,are there covids before this one,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Radiation,210,does uv light kill the covid,Quora,,Prevention,1
Societal Response - Fear,58,are you panicking over the covid,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Other - Mutation,7,what is the rate of mutation in the covid,Quora,,Other,15
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,has anyone actually recovered from the covid virus,Quora,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Testing - Necessity for Pets,130,will pets be tested for covid,Author Generated,"routine testing of pets for covid is not recommended at this time., no. at this time, routine testing of animals for covid is not recommended. ",Testing,7
Other - Personally Known Patients,417,with great respect how many people do you personally know who have died from covid,Yahoo Answers,,Other,15
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,am i at risk for covid if i have the flu,Author Generated,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Other - Mutation,7,has covid mutated,Yahoo Search,,Other,15
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,will i be able to get the remains of my relative if they died of covid in a foreign country,Author Generated,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,is there a way to get rid of covid after being infected,Author Generated,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Comparison - SARS,348,which covid is sars,Bing Search,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,has anyone gotten covid twice (re infected),Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,what cleaning products should i use to protect against covid,Center for Disease Control,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Hopeless Scenarios,506,what if the covid vaccine is never discovered,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,is there a vaccine for the covid,Quora,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Treatment - Plasma,112,will convalescent plasma therapy be the answer to covid,Quora,convalescent plasma is being investigated for the treatment of covid because there is no approved treatment for this disease and there is some information that suggests it might help some patients recover from covid.,Treatment,6
Societal Response - China,437,how has china gotten covid under control,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - General,23,what will be some unexpected outcomes of the 2020 covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Location of COVID Genome,276,what platform was instrumental in rapid sharing of covid information,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"global initiative on sharing all influenza data (gisaid), global initiative on sharing all influenza data (gisaid) (https//www.gisaid.org/)",Reporting,4
Societal Response - Fear,58,are you worried about covid,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,how is the covid virus more dangerous than the regular flu,Quora,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Having COVID - Recovery Time,164,for how long do people stay infected with covid,Quora,it takes anything up to six weeks to recover from this disease.,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,when will covid reach its peak,Quora,,Reporting,4
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,shouldnt covid be declared as a pandemic,Quora,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,how quickly will symptoms of covid appear,Author Generated,,Symptoms,14
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,why is covid so fearful,Quora,,Comparison,8
Symptoms - Ability to be Asymptomatic,379,have covid with no symptoms,Bing Search,,Symptoms,14
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,is the structure of bovine covid known,Author Generated,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,how is covid infecting medical worekrs,Author Generated,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Prevention - Vaccine Creator,482,what company will produce the vaccine for covid,Quora,,Prevention,1
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i purchase personal protective equipment for me and my family,Food and Drug Administration,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Societal Response - United States,51,why is the us struggling so much compared to other countries when it comes to testing for covid,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,how soon will a vaccine for covid be ready,Quora,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should children wear masks,Center for Disease Control,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Societal Response - Overreaction,610,are we blowing covid out of proportion,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,how is the it industry coping with the covid situation,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,when did the chinese authorities share the sequence of a novel covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Symptoms - Fever Onset,396,when does fever start with covid,Yahoo Search,,Symptoms,14
Reporting - Is Situation Improving,514,have we made progress in the fight against covid,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,which animal gave covid,Yahoo Search,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,why are people visiting the beaches during the covid crisis,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid lockdown ends,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Symptoms - General,17,what covid symptoms,Google Search,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Societal Response - United States,51,why does covid spread fast in the usa what makes it worse,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Individual Response - 3D Printing,124,can 3d printing be used to make ppe,Food and Drug Administration,"while it is possible to use 3d printing to make certain ppe, there are technical challenges. 3d printed ppe may provide a physical barrier, but 3d printed ppe are unlikely to provide the same fluid barrier and air filtration protection as fda cleared surgical masks and n95 respirators",Individual Response,9
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,does pine sol disinfectant kill covid,Yahoo Answers,,Prevention,1
Symptoms - General,17,what are the symptoms of covid,Illinois Department of Public Health,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,can i use ibuprofen if i have covid,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,where should we invest after covid ends,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,is this covid the beginning of the end for america as we know it,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Comparison - Other Viruses,85,how does covid compare to other viruses,Quora,"the new covid is different from these, and was only identified in december 2019.",Comparison,8
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,should i clean high touch surfaces,Illinois Department of Public Health,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Testing - Necessity for Pets,130,should i get my pet tested for covid,Food and Drug Administration,"routine testing of pets for covid is not recommended at this time., no. at this time, routine testing of animals for covid is not recommended. ",Testing,7
Transmission - General,22,what are ways in which covid is transmitted,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid start with bats,Google Search,bats,Origin,5
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,when was the first case of covid identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,what steps should parents take to protect children,Illinois Department of Public Health,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,what kind of masks are recommended to protect healthcare workers from covid exposure,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Responsibilty,436,is the usa responsible for covid or china,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid numbers increasing,Bing Search,,Reporting,4
Prevention - General,97,how can i make sure to not get affected with the novel covid virus,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Hopeless Scenarios,506,what if the us fails to contain covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,how are hospitals dealing with covid,Author Generated,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,are there requirements to be tested,Author Generated,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,are there data showing that chloroquine phosphate or hydroxychloroquine sulfate might benefit patients with covid,Food and Drug Administration,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Origin - General,24,how covid began,Author Generated,,Origin,5
Societal Effects - General,23,what are 5 things that will never be the same because of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Fear,58,should i worry about covid,Washington DC Area Television Station,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Effects on Body,25,how covid affects the body,Yahoo Search,,Having COVID,13
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid will stop,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,is covid likely to be at pandemic proportions for two years,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Symptoms - Fever Onset,396,does the covid provoke a fever,Quora,,Symptoms,14
Societal Effects - Blaming Trump,474,are you confident with the way donald trump is handling the covid epidemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Countries with no Cases,433,is there a country whose people are not exposed to covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,what investment strategies will be promising after the covid outbreak ends,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Prevention - Vaccine: Usefulness,139,if novel covid antibodies may or may not offer long term immunity how would a vaccine help,Cable News Network,"in some cases, a vaccine might give stronger protection than antibodies produced after being infected, epidemiologist. ",Prevention,1
Transmission - Water,6,can covid live in water,Google Search,there is no evidence that covid can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs.,Transmission,0
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,what should health care providers laboratories and health departments do,Illinois Department of Public Health,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Origin - Time,36,when covid started,Google Search,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,how are medical workers being infected,Author Generated,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,are there any recommended ways to protect children from covid,Author Generated,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,was there a covid 18,Quora,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,are kn 95 masks effective for covid,Quora,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Blaming Trump,474,are americans going to blame trump for the covid situation,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Fear,58,how scared are you about covid,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Hopeless Scenarios,506,without a vaccine will the covid outbreak ever end,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,does china give correct information to other countries on covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Treatment - Plasma,112,can plasma from covid survivors treat others,Quora,convalescent plasma is being investigated for the treatment of covid because there is no approved treatment for this disease and there is some information that suggests it might help some patients recover from covid.,Treatment,6
Societal Effects - General,23,post covid how can we rebuild a better society,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Contact Lenses,136,should i stop wearing contacts and switch to glasses,Cable News Network,"there is no evidence to suggest contact lens wearers are more at risk for acquiring covid than eyeglass wearers., people who are healthy can continue to wear and care for their contact lenses as prescribed by their eye care professional.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,should i disinfect my groceries,Cable News Network,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Corpses,34,can a dead covid patient infect me,Author Generated,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Having COVID - Reason for Asymptomatic,511,how is it that some people can be asymptomatic to covid,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Testing - Price,2,how much does a covid test cost,Author Generated,,Testing,7
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why covid name,Google Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - China,437,how can china lower the spreading of covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Reason for Contagiousness,407,why is covid so contagious,Quora,,Transmission,0
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,was covid a bio weapon,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,for what reasons are hospital workers being exposed to covid,Author Generated,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Transmission - Donated Blood,107,can i get infected from donated blood,Author Generated,"in general, respiratory viruses are not known to be transmitted by blood transfusion, and there have been no reported cases of transfusion transmitted covid. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,will i get covid if i go to the store,Author Generated,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,how long will covid survive on items you put in the freezer,Quora,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Symptoms - General,17,what are the most common symptoms of covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,if i vape tobacco or nicotine am i at risk for complications from covid,Food and Drug Administration,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,who covid immunity,Google Search,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,how does covid vary from covid18 or covid17,Yahoo Answers,,Comparison,8
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,if i cant find hand sanitizer in the store can i make my own,Food and Drug Administration,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what is 2019 novel covid,Illinois Department of Public Health,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - General,22,how covid is transmitted,Google Search," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,will the covid be as bad as the 1918 spanish flu pandemic that infected 500000000 people,Quora,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,in light of the covid pandemic is trump more likely to be re elected,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid cases dropping,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what covid,Bing Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,does covid survive in freezer,Google Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Pets,84,can animals carry the virus that causes covid on their skin or fur,Center for Disease Control,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,will covid kill me,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,why are stock markets dipping in response to covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,does covid kill animals,Bing Search,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Improvements to US Response,515,how could the u.s. alter its response to covid to be more successful,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,did covid peak,Bing Search,,Reporting,4
Societal Response - Trump's Suggeston of Disinfectant Injection,519,is there any justification or rationalization for trump saying to inject disinfectant into your body to treat covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Nomenclature - Pandemic Definition,28,why is covid called a pandemic and not an epidemic,Quora,a pandemic is a global outbreak of disease. pandemics happen when a new virus emerges to infect people and can spread between people.,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,how long does covid stay alive on surfaces,Cable News Network,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - General,23,what would be the aftermath of the covid outbreak,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - General,23,what do you think will be the new normal after covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,where and when was covid first identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,what is the risk of my child becoming sick with covid,Center for Disease Control,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Travel After COVID,498,when will international travel get back to normal following the covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid be gone by summer,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Response - Hoax,394,do you believe covid is a hoax,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is at risk of developing severe illness,Washington DC Area Television Station,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,how can i get my family member who died of covid overseas,Author Generated,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Prevention - Public Transportation,154,is public transport best avoided given the covid outbreak,Yahoo Answers,"if you rely on public transportation, use caution. if youre sick or live in an area where an outbreak has been reported, avoid it. ",Prevention,1
Reporting - Deaths,56,am i guaranteed to die if i have covid,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,how long was the delay between noticing covid and getting its genome,Author Generated,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,could china be misleading us,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,what materials are you using to make homemade face masks for covid,Quora,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,are there any specific procedures for hospitals to follow,Author Generated,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,could covid kill all humans,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Effects - Positive Impacts,430,what is the best thing that has happened to you during the covid lockdown period,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Founder of Cure,525,who will find the cure against the covid,Quora,,Treatment,6
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,what are the differences between influenza and covid,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,does covid survive freezing,Bing Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Most Prepared Countries,438,which country is the most equipped to deal with covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,have covid checks been issued,Google Search,,Societal Response,3
Testing - Anal Swabs,227,can case severity be predicted based on anal swabs,Author Generated,"digestive tract might be one extrapulmonary site for virus replication, in the anal swab cohort (figure 1 (b)), 11 of 28 cases were detected to be anal swab positive, 8 of them (72.7%) were with severe symptoms, which was significantly higher than that 4 (23.5%) of the rest 17 cases without detectable virus in anal were severe cases",Testing,7
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,why covid is worse than flu,Google Search,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Other - Effect on Animals,471,what animals are affected by covid,Author Generated,,Other,15
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,how long do you think the covid pandemic will last in america,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Origin - Natural Reservoir,322,what was the covid reservoir,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"the seafood market, bats",Origin,5
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid cases going down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Testing - Accuracy,4,do covid antibody tests work,Google Search,,Testing,7
Societal Response - Views on Protesting,408,do you think protesting for covid quarantine is stupid,Yahoo Answers,,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,when covid stimulus checks,Google Search,,Societal Response,3
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,was covid meant to happen,Quora,,Origin,5
Reporting - Is Situation Improving,514,is the covid curve flattening,Quora,,Reporting,4
Other - COVID Visual,40,what does the covid look like,Quora,,Other,15
Testing - Anal Swabs,227,does the presence of covid in anal swabs determine how severe it is,Author Generated,"digestive tract might be one extrapulmonary site for virus replication, in the anal swab cohort (figure 1 (b)), 11 of 28 cases were detected to be anal swab positive, 8 of them (72.7%) were with severe symptoms, which was significantly higher than that 4 (23.5%) of the rest 17 cases without detectable virus in anal were severe cases",Testing,7
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,which face mask protects me from covid,Author Generated,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,what will the effects of covid be on the election,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Intubation,32,do you need help breathing if you have covid,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Comparison - SARS,348,how much similarity the covid genome sequence has with sars cov,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,what alternatives do i have if there are no hand sanitizers available,United Nations,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Transmission - General,22,how is the novel covid spread,Quora," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Comparison - Earlier Existence,19,did covid exist years before scientists discovered it,Quora,"6 covs were known to infect human, including 2 αcov (hcov 229e and hku nl63) and 4 βcov (hcov oc43 [ ",Comparison,8
Economic Effects - General,434,is a recession due to the covid inevitable,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,what is the best way to handle groceries during covid,Quora,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Symptoms - Stroke,10,can you have a stroke because of covid,Author Generated,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Transmission - Demographics: Child Immunity,486,are children immuned to the new covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Testing - Importance,50,if antibody tests are not used for diagnosis or exclusion of covid infection what is their purpose,Food and Drug Administration,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Transmission - Corpses,34,is it possible to get covid from someone who died of covid,Author Generated,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Origin - Patient Zero,385,who is patient zero for the covid virus,Quora,,Origin,5
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,are kids more at risk,Cable News Network,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Treatment - Intubation,32,should covid patients be intubated,Google Search,,Treatment,6
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,where was covid first identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what covid stands for,Google Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Economic Effects - Starting a Business,449,what kind of startup idea can be beneficial during covid disease,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - Conspiracy Theories,439,what are the conspiracy theories surrounding covid,Quora,,Speculation,11
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,does covid go away,Google Search,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,is any disinfectant injection available for covid,Quora,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,can i still travel,Author Generated,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,how can i ease my anxiety during pandemics,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Prevention - Vaccine: Usefulness,139,will covid vaccines be effective since a recovered person can contract the virus again,Quora,"in some cases, a vaccine might give stronger protection than antibodies produced after being infected, epidemiologist. ",Prevention,1
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,for the sake of discussion what do you think the chances are of covid being a biologically engineered weapon,Quora,,Origin,5
Societal Effects - Repurcussions for China,505,will the chinese government be held accountable in any way for the covid virus epidemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Individual Response - Change in Plans,452,have you changed any of your plans due to covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when will life get back to normal after the onset of covid,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,because of the covid pandemic do you wash your groceries,Quora,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Perception of China,470,how do you see china after the outbreak of covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,besides covid testing how do you distinguish between the flu and covid,Quora,,Comparison,8
Other - Bovine Covid Structure,224,how big is bovine covid,Author Generated,"single stranded, linear, and nonsegmented rna, 31 kb",Other,15
Transmission - Demographics: Child Immunity,486,what is the relationship between age and risk of covid,Author Generated,,Transmission,0
Other - Mutation,7,can covid mutate,Quora,,Other,15
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,is the conspiracy theory of china spreading covid legitimate,Quora,,Origin,5
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,how different is the covid from a common flu,Quora,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,is covid more serious if you smoke and do people who vape face the same or less risks,Quora,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Testing - Accuracy,4,which covid test is most accurate,Google Search,,Testing,7
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,is it safe to receive a package from an area where covid has been reported,United Nations,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Prevention - General,97,how do we protect ourselves,Quora,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,what animals can carry covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Speculation - 2020 COVID Strain,467,will there be a covid 20 or higher,Quora,,Speculation,11
Reporting - Movie About COVID,460,can we expect new movies after covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Testing - Accuracy,4,which covid test is more accurate,Google Search,,Testing,7
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,do chloroquine and azithromycin really work to handle severe cases of covid,Quora,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,is there a connection between covid and environment temperature,United Nations,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Other - Mutation,7,does covid mutate,Google Search,,Other,15
Individual Response - Books to Read,567,what are some good books to read while youre cooped up in self quarantine during the covid pandemic,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Nomenclature - Biological Profile,166,how is the novel covid different,Author Generated,"a novel covid is a new covid that has not been previously identifed. the virus causing covid disease 2019 (covid), is not the same as the covides that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold., covids are spherical, enveloped, and the largest of positive strand rna v",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,do covid antibodies confer immunity,Google Search,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,do covid have a cure,Bing Search,,Treatment,6
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,do i need to wash my clothes right after encountering other people,Cable News Network,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,why covid is different than the flu,Yahoo Search,,Comparison,8
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,do covid symptoms come on suddenly,Google Search,,Symptoms,14
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid end soon,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Response - Overreaction,610,did the covid pandemic become a global mass hysteria,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,why of all the history of the plagues is covid more complex and deadlier,Quora,,Comparison,8
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,could covid create world war like conditions,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Economic Effects - Real Estate,464,is it safe to invest in buying property during covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can covid be sent through the mail,Yahoo Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Testing - Anal Swabs,227,what could be the implication of covid virus in anal swabs,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"digestive tract might be one extrapulmonary site for virus replication, in the anal swab cohort (figure 1 (b)), 11 of 28 cases were detected to be anal swab positive, 8 of them (72.7%) were with severe symptoms, which was significantly higher than that 4 (23.5%) of the rest 17 cases without detectable virus in anal were severe cases",Testing,7
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,is covid worse than the flu,Yahoo Search,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Transmission - Demographics: Blood Type,140,what is the relationship between blood type and risk of covid infection,Author Generated,"with this respiratory virus, (as) with other covides, no, said dr. maria van kerkhove, technical lead for the world health organizations covid response. ",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,are covid and covid the same,Google Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Treatment - Quinine,650,can quinine be taken to fight this covid virus,Quora,,Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Continuing Learning During COVID,180,if school is cancelled how will my kid learn,Author Generated,"stay in touch with your childs school., talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan.",Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Demographics: Blood Type,140,are certain blood types more resistant to acquiring the covid when exposed than others,Quora,"with this respiratory virus, (as) with other covides, no, said dr. maria van kerkhove, technical lead for the world health organizations covid response. ",Transmission,0
Speculation - Predicting COVID,67,did anyone see the covid virus coming,Quora,,Speculation,11
Economic Effects - Starting a Business,449,which businesses are booming because of covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,do we know how long covid incubates,Author Generated,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,how do i stay positive with covid,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Societal Effects - Travel After COVID,498,what will travel look like after the end of the covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,how long did it take to identify the cause of covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,can i kill covid without hand sanitizer,Author Generated,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Comparison - COVID and HIV,569,will covid eventually end up like hiv,Quora,,Comparison,8
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,will we get through covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is at higher risk for serious illness from covid,Center for Disease Control,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,what are the most important things i need to know to keep myself and others safe when i go to the grocery store during the pandemic,Food and Drug Administration,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,what temperature kills the virus that causes covid,Center for Disease Control,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid is over,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,is covid the beginning of the apocalypse,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what covid stand for,Bing Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,why are medical workers getting sick with or dying from covid if theyre wearing protective gear,Cable News Network,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Transmission - General,22,how covid spreads,Yahoo Search," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what is covid disease 2019,Food and Drug Administration,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Individual Response - Someone in the Household Infected,152,what if my child or someone else in the home is sick with symptoms of covid,Center for Disease Control,"dont visit family members with suspected illness   keep up with them virtually. , most people who get covid will be able to recover at home., if your child has new or worsening emergency warning signs, such as trouble breathing, pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or inability to wake them up, or bluish lips or face, call 911. ",Individual Response,9
Origin - Planned Release Conspiracy,37,was covid planned,Google Search,,Origin,5
Societal Response - Hoax,394,is covid real,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Testing - Importance,50,do covid tests help,Author Generated,"antibody tests cannot be used alone to rule out covid. however, they can serve an important role. using antibody tests on many patients may help the medical community better understand the immune response in patients over time and how many people may have been infected.",Testing,7
Comparison - SARS,348,is sars and covid the same thing,Author Generated,"∼80% identity with sars cov, there are no remarkable differences between the orfs and nsps",Comparison,8
Speculation - Predicting COVID,67,was the covid predicted by anyone,Quora,,Speculation,11
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,why do some people still ignore that they can get covid virus,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - United States,51,why is the usa so ill equipped to deal with covid when its supposedly the most advanced nation on earth,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Reporting - Classifying Deaths of Recovered Patients,611,why are all patients that die with covid being classified as covid related deaths even though covid might not have been the cause,Quora,,Reporting,4
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,why covid dangerous,Bing Search,,Comparison,8
Prevention - Remaining Safe while Travelling,160,how can you avoid catching covid while travelling,Quora,its not the cabin air you need to worry about. its keeping your hands clean.,Prevention,1
Economic Effects - General,434,how will global trade change due to covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Response - Fear,58,since covid came out has it scared you,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Individual Response - Dealing with Stress,183,how do we cope with stress during covid,Quora,"it is important to continue your familys coping methods, including reaching out to other family members, friends, support groups, and organizations that have been helpful in the past. ",Individual Response,9
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,how long is someone contagious after getting covid,Cable News Network,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Industries,431,which industries are likely to flourish during the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,can you catch a covid more than once,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Corpses,34,are dead covid patients still contagious,Author Generated,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Industries,431,which sectors would create jobs following the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Economic Effects - General,434,will covid trigger a global recession,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,is covid getting worse,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,how long will we be on lockdown for covid,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Testing - Price,2,are covid test free,Google Search,,Testing,7
Symptoms - Stroke,10,can covid cause a stroke,Google Search,"yes, some young adults have subered strokes after getting covid. ",Symptoms,14
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,will there be a lot of layoffs in the tech industry due to the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - No COVID Response,543,why cant we just let covid play itself out,Quora,,Speculation,11
Origin - Time,36,what is the start date of covid,Author Generated,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,how can i protect my child from covid infection,Center for Disease Control,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Consequences of COVID,456,what do you think have been some of the unintended consequences of the covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can covid live in heat,John Hopkins University,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can high or low temperatures kill covid,Cable News Network,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Prevention - General,97,how is covid prevented,Author Generated,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,could covid wipe out the human race,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,what can i do to prepare my family for a covid outbreak,Author Generated,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,can i use vodka as hand sanitizer,Cable News Network,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Origin - Patient Zero,385,who is covid patient 0,Bing Search,,Origin,5
Societal Response - Politics,636,why are republican states more reluctant to issue stay at home orders to mitigate covid as compared to democrats,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what covid means,Bing Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Speculation - Bill Gates Evil Conspiracy,419,is bill gates evil why many think he is behind this covid crisis,Yahoo Answers,,Speculation,11
Comparison - Reason for Danger,386,what makes covid particularly dangerous,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,why covid kills,Google Search,,Having COVID,13
Societal Response - Fear,58,is the fear around the covid overblown justified or too early to say,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Treatment - Intubation,32,should covid patients be ventilated,Google Search,,Treatment,6
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,do people who recovered from covid infection develop resistance against subsequent infections,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,what would be the impact of covid on the it industry globally,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,is there a predictable initial symptom of covid,Author Generated,,Symptoms,14
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can covid live in freezer,Yahoo Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - East and West Relations,631,how will the covid pandemic change chinas relationship with the west,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - Fear,58,do you think the covid outbreak is really serious,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Societal Response - United States,51,why is the us losing to covid despite being a top big rich country,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,will covid result in permanent damage,Author Generated,,Having COVID,13
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,is it true that i can get rid of covid by drinking cleaners,Author Generated,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Treatment - Disinfectant Injections,103,will ingesting or injecting disinfectants protect me against covid or kill covid if i already have it,Cable News Network,"a no. always follow the instructions on household cleaners. disinfectant sprays or wipes are intended for use on hard, non porous surfaces. disinfectant sprays or wipes are not intended for use on humans or animals. do not use disinfectant sprays or wipes on your skin because they may cause skin and eye irritation. do not inject, inhale, or ingest disinfectant sprays or household cleaners; doing so is dangerous and may cause serious harm or death. if ingested, call poison control or a medical professional immediately. , no. those products work on surfaces but can be dangerous to your body. , thats a bad idea, said dr. colleen kraft, an infectious diseases professor at emory university school of medicine. it could definitely kill you.",Treatment,6
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,will i get covid if i go on a trip,Author Generated,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,how long is someone infectious after recovery from covid symptoms,Quora,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Origin - General,24,if covid wasnt engineered how did it develop,Quora,,Origin,5
Symptoms - Abruptness,61,do covid symptoms come and go,Yahoo Search,,Symptoms,14
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid be gone this year,Quora,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,how does covid cause death,Author Generated,,Having COVID,13
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,how is the covid referred to,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,will covid end the world,Bing Search,,Societal Effects,2
Reporting - Is China Lying,428,is chinas very high recovery rate from covid really accurate,Quora,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Ability to Infect Animals,216,what types of animals are susceptible to covid,Quora,"we currently dont fully understand how covid affects different animal species. we are aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid after close contact with people with covid., cdc is aware of a small number of pets, including dogs and cats, reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid, mostly after close contact with people with covid. , uding birds, farm animals, pets, camels, an",Transmission,0
Prevention - Alternative Disinfection,99,how effective are alternative disinfection methods,Center for Disease Control,"if hand sanitizers are not available, hand washing with soap and water is the recommended, and even better, alternative. , handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol., the efficacy of these disinfection methods against the virus that causes covid is not known., if surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. to disinfect, most common epa registered household disinfectants will work. see ",Prevention,1
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,why is there no vaccine for the covid virus,Quora,,Prevention,1
Prevention - Going Outdoors,90,can i walk my dog,Center for Disease Control,"yes, go outdoors for fresh air and exercise. ride a bike, walk the dog, go for a hike, jog. social distancing does not mean staying indoors, it means avoiding close contact with people., walk dogs on a leash, maintaining at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people and animals, do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings. ",Prevention,1
Transmission - Reason for Contagiousness,407,why covid is contagious,Yahoo Search,,Transmission,0
Speculation - Second Wave,55,will there be a second wave of the covid infection,Quora,,Speculation,11
Economic Effects - Stocks,501,how will covid affect the financial market,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Reporting - Is Situation Improving,514,are we flattening the curve of covid successfully,Quora,,Reporting,4
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,which covid model is best,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Pets,84,can humans get covid from dogs or cats,John Hopkins University,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,what are the descriptive statistics for the incubation period for covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Economic Effects - General,434,how badly has the world economy shuddered so far because of the covid outbreak,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Prevention - Household Preparation,186,what steps can my family take to reduce our risk of getting covid,Center for Disease Control,"practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same., create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of covid in your community .",Prevention,1
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,what is the difference between seasonal flu and covid,Quora,,Comparison,8
Testing - Methodology,26,how is covid diagnosed,Illinois Department of Public Health," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Societal Effects - Repurcussions for China,505,will the usa sue china for covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,what are some investments that can be profitable during the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Prevention - Going to Work,688,when should we identify ourselves as being sick and stay at home,United Nations,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Prevention - General,97,what can i do to protect myself and prevent the spread of disease,Washington DC Area Television Station,"the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. , stay at least 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands often. , regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. maintain at least 3 feet distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,are pregnant women more susceptible to the covid virus and will it harm the fetus,United Nations,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Starting a Business,449,which is the best business to start amidst covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Reporting - Reasons for Underestimating COVID,233,why might we underestimate the spread of covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"limited information available regarding incubation time, transmissibility, and virus origin",Reporting,4
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,is covid worse than spanish flu,Yahoo Answers,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Transmission - Corpses,34,should covid death be cremated,Google Search,people should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of covid.,Transmission,0
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,can you have two viruses at once,Author Generated,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Speculation - No COVID Response,543,what would happen if we just let covid run its course and not practice social distancing,Quora,,Speculation,11
Speculation - Different President,517,how would the pandemic covid be different in america if trump wasnt president,Quora,,Speculation,11
Reporting - Expected Deaths,535,how many deaths will covid ultimately cause,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,has anyone that recovered from covid been reinfected,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,whats the best covid model,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can you get covid from packages,Quora,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,does covid live on surfaces,Bing Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,is covid slowing down,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Transmission - Pets,84,are pets from a shelter safe to adopt,Center for Disease Control,"despite the very few reports worldwide, including here in the united states, of sick and healthy domestic animals, including pets, testing positive for covid, the official name for the virus that causes covid, there is little evidence at this time that such animals are easily infected with the virus under normal conditions, or could transmit it., although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets., currently, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading covid to people is considered to be low. , there is currently no evidence that animals are a source of covid infection in the united states. , there is no reason to think that any animals, including shelter pets, play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , at this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the virus that causes covid. , although we know certain bacteria and fungi can be carried on fur and hair, there is no evidence that viruses, including the virus that causes covid, can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. ",Transmission,0
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,is there a procedure to follow if covid kills one of my family members overseas,Author Generated,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,are there ways to tell if its covid or flu,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Other - Effect on Animals,471,how has covid affected animals,Quora,,Other,15
Treatment - Intubation,32,do covid patients on ventilators recover,Bing Search,,Treatment,6
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,what is the most reliable covid model right now,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Transmission - General,22,how is covid transmitted,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Treatment - Flu Treatments for COVID,143,why wouldnt tamiflu help against covid,Quora,some cases of covid do lead to pneumonia. but the pneumonia vaccine wont help,Treatment,6
Reporting - Time First Identified,310,when was covid first identified,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"19 dec, 2003, 4 weeks, 19 dec, s first identified in wuhan, china, wuhan city, china, wuhan, capital of hubei province, china",Reporting,4
Having COVID - Incubation Period,98,how long is the incubation period for covid,Washington DC Area Television Station,"distribution is gamma distributed with mean 5.1 days and coefficient of variation, between 2 and 14 days, most estimates of the incubation period for covid range from 1 14 days, most commonly around five days.",Having COVID,13
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is at greater risk of dying from covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,which covid model is most accurate,Google Search,,Reporting,4
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from bats,Yahoo Search,bats,Origin,5
Origin - General,24,how did covid come to be,Author Generated,,Origin,5
Reporting - Reasons for Underestimating COVID,233,why are the world politicians underestimating covid,Quora,"limited information available regarding incubation time, transmissibility, and virus origin",Reporting,4
Prevention - DIY Hand Sanitizer,80,is diy hand sanitizer useful,Author Generated,"there are no studies supporting the effectiveness of homemade hand sanitizer blend in killing the new covid on peoples hands., the fda does not recommend that consumers make their own hand sanitizer. , the cdc advises using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. , cdc does not encourage the production and use of homemade hand sanitizer products.",Prevention,1
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,is covid worse then swine flu,Yahoo Answers,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Societal Response - Time Taken to Share Genome,260,when did we learn the sequence of covid,Author Generated,"12 jan 20, 2 weeks",Societal Response,3
Origin - Time,36,when was the first local transmission of covid reported in the united states,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,is there anything i can use to kill covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can i get covid through food,Cable News Network,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Speculation - Second Wave,55,is it possible for covid to come again,Author Generated,,Speculation,11
Other - Mutation,7,will covid mutate,Google Search,,Other,15
Prevention - Going Outdoors,90,can i go outdoors,Illinois Department of Public Health,"yes, go outdoors for fresh air and exercise. ride a bike, walk the dog, go for a hike, jog. social distancing does not mean staying indoors, it means avoiding close contact with people., walk dogs on a leash, maintaining at least 6 feet (2 meters) from other people and animals, do not gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings. ",Prevention,1
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from eating bats,Google Search,bats,Origin,5
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,where does the word covid come from,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,can covid reinfect,Yahoo Search,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Transmission - Demographics: Child Immunity,486,are kids getting affected by covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Transmission - Duration of Contagiousness After Recovery,150,is it possible to spread the covid after recovering from it,Quora,"it varies. decisions about when a person can be released from isolation are made on a case by case basis. , how long someone is actively sick can vary so the decision on when to release someone from isolation is made using a test based or non test based strategy (i.e. time since illness started and time since recovery) in consultation with state and local public health officials.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - Use of Artificial Intelligence,490,how can the power of artificial intelligence be utilized in fighting the covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,what is the rate of recovery from the covid virus,Quora,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Testing - Availability,57,is there a test for covid,Food and Drug Administration,"to be tested for covid, a sample is typically collected from your nose and/or throat with a special swab at a designated collection location staffed by health care professionals., at this time, the fda has not authorized any covid test to be completely used and processed at home. , yes, there are tests for covid. , contact your state, local, tribal, or territorial department for more information, or reach out to a medical provider. ",Testing,7
Reporting - Accuracy,3,do you think the statistics on covid cases are underestimated,Quora,,Reporting,4
Societal Effects - Education,190,should schools close for covid,Quora,read or watch local media sources that report school dismissals or and watch for communication from your childs school.,Societal Effects,2
Societal Response - China,437,how do you think china has recovered from covid so quickly while the rest of the world is struggling,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Trump Infection,476,what will happen if the president of the usa gets covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,is it safe to go on vacation,Author Generated,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,how long does the virus survive on surfaces,Washington DC Area Television Station,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Infection by Asymptomatic Carriers,87,can someone spread the virus without being sick,Illinois Department of Public Health,"some spread might be possible before people show symptoms. , since the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, the risk of catching it from somebody who is asymptomatic, even a contact of a confirmed covid case, is low. , when you speak, sometimes youll spit a little bit. youll rub your nose. youll touch your mouth. youll rub your eyes. and then youll touch other surfaces, and then you will be spreading virus if you are infected and shedding asymptomatically., the risk of catching covid from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - Apocalyptic,387,is the world going to end because of covid,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Speculation - Second Wave,55,is there a risk of a second wave of covid like the second wave of the spanish flu which killed more people compared to the first wave,Quora,,Speculation,11
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,is it safe for covid patients to take ibuprofen,Author Generated,,Treatment,6
Societal Response - Reasons for Politicization of COVID,589,is there any way to de politicize the covid pandemic,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,should covid be capitalized,Bing Search,,Nomenclature,12
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,why covid is worse than flu,Google Search,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Economic Effects - General,434,what is the impact of covid on the global economy,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Wild Animals,221,is it possible for animals in the wilderness to carry covid,Author Generated,"currently, there is no evidence to suggest the virus that causes covid is circulating in free living wildlife in the united states, or that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the united states. , other covides have been found in north american bats in the past, but there is currently no evidence that the virus that causes covid is present in any free living wildlife in the united states, including bats. ",Transmission,0
Comparison - Earlier Strains,424,was there a covid 18 before covid,Quora,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Demographics: Child Immunity,486,is it possible for kids to get covid,Author Generated,,Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,how long does the covid virus live for under normal conditions,Quora,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,are there any vaccines or other medical products to prevent covid,Food and Drug Administration,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why covid name,Google Search,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Treatment - Antibiotics,114,is covid weak to antibiotics,Author Generated,"no. antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. antibiotics do not prevent or treat covid disease (covid), because covid is caused by a virus, not bacteria., no, antibiotics are not effective against covid because the disease is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. , no. antibiotics do not work against viruses, they only work on bacterial infections. covid is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work.",Treatment,6
Individual Response - 3D Printing,124,how is 3d printing helping with the covid pandemic,Quora,"while it is possible to use 3d printing to make certain ppe, there are technical challenges. 3d printed ppe may provide a physical barrier, but 3d printed ppe are unlikely to provide the same fluid barrier and air filtration protection as fda cleared surgical masks and n95 respirators",Individual Response,9
Societal Effects - Stigma,167,why might someone blame or avoid individuals and groups (create stigma) because of covid,Center for Disease Control,"people in the u.s. may be worried or anxious about friends and relatives who are living in or visiting areas where covid is spreading. some people are worried about getting the disease from these people. fear and anxiety can lead to social stigma, for example, toward people who live in certain parts of the world, people who have traveled internationally, people who were in quarantine, or healthcare professionals. ",Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Going to Work,688,at what point should i stop going to work,Author Generated,"although a fever is a sure sign that you are sick enough not to come to work, anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing should stay at home. ",Prevention,1
Testing - Accuracy,4,which covid antibody tests are accurate,Google Search,,Testing,7
Prevention - Safety of Blood Donations,108,what steps are being taken to protect the u.s. blood supply from the virus that causes covid,Food and Drug Administration,"if you are healthy and interested in donating blood, the fda encourages you to contact a local donation center to make an appointment., blood donors must be healthy and feel well on the day of donation. routine blood donor screening measures that are already in place should prevent individuals with respiratory infections from donating blood. ",Prevention,1
Societal Response - Reason for Lockdown,71,why covid lockdown,Google Search,"we really should be, said dr. anthony fauci, a member of the white house covid task force. ",Societal Response,3
Transmission - Reason for Childhood Immunity,512,why are kids not getting covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Transmission - Countries with no Cases,433,what countries are still safe from covid,Quora,,Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Scientific Name,229,what is the scientific name of covid,Quora,betacovid,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Antibody Immunity,15,why cant they take antibodies from people who have recovered from covid to create a vaccine,Quora,"not necessarily. antibodies are a bodys response to bacteria or viruses. but this novel covid is so new, its still not clear whether having antibodies to it means you have long term protection from getting reinfected. ",Transmission,0
Prevention - Best Disinfectants to Use,414,what is the most effective way to kill covid,Author Generated,,Prevention,1
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,is it true that covid is steadily declining,Quora,,Reporting,4
Origin - Time,36,how long ago was covid first found,Author Generated,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,my family member died from covid while overseas what are the requirements for returning the body to the united states,Center for Disease Control,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Transmission - Reason for Medical Workers being Infected,144,why exposure risk of covid is very high for icu staff and what precautions should be taken,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"many health care workers dont actually have enough protective gear to handle the growing influx of covid patients. ,  substantial exposure risk for icu staff because of the following reasons",Transmission,0
Reporting - Deaths,56,what is the number of victims worldwide due to covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,is it imperative to be tested for covid,Quora,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can food or clothes be contaminated with covid,Quora,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Treatment - Ibuprofen,381,why is it being advised to not take ibuprofen if one has covid,Quora,,Treatment,6
Individual Response - How to Spend Time,462,what are suggestions for things to do in the covid quarantine,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,have the people who were sickened with covid developed immunity,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Cause of Death,21,how covid kills,Yahoo Search,,Having COVID,13
Reporting - Deaths,56,what is the covid fatality rate,Quora,,Reporting,4
Treatment - Antibiotics,114,can covid be treated with antibiotics,Author Generated,"no. antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. antibiotics do not prevent or treat covid disease (covid), because covid is caused by a virus, not bacteria., no, antibiotics are not effective against covid because the disease is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. , no. antibiotics do not work against viruses, they only work on bacterial infections. covid is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work.",Treatment,6
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,which covid model can we trust,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Having COVID - Reason for Asymptomatic,511,why are so many people who get the covid asymptomatic,Quora,,Having COVID,13
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid will be over,Google Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Societal Response - Distribution of Stimulus Checks,20,when covid checks from government,Google Search,,Societal Response,3
Testing - Anal Swabs,227,is there a correlation between severity and anal swab tests,Author Generated,"digestive tract might be one extrapulmonary site for virus replication, in the anal swab cohort (figure 1 (b)), 11 of 28 cases were detected to be anal swab positive, 8 of them (72.7%) were with severe symptoms, which was significantly higher than that 4 (23.5%) of the rest 17 cases without detectable virus in anal were severe cases",Testing,7
Societal Response - United States,51,what is the holdup with the covid tests for the us,Quora,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Societal Response - Health Departments,95,what are the steps that a hospital should take after covid outbreak,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"health care providers and laboratories should report suspect covid cases immediately (within 3 hours) to their local health department., covid patients should be admitted",Societal Response,3
Reporting - Is Situation Improving,514,are we winning the war against covid,Quora,,Reporting,4
Other - Food Shortages,126,could we run out of things to eat,Author Generated,,Other,15
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,when covid will end,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Origin - Country,18,where covid started,Google Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Societal Response - Improvements to US Response,515,how did the us fail to prevent a covid outbreak,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Self Discovery,441,what is your biggest discovery during covid,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,has someone made a vaccine for covid yet,Author Generated,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,who is covid killing,Bing Search,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Protecting Children,91,what steps should parents take to protect children during a community outbreak,Center for Disease Control,"discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community. encourage frequent handwashing and follow other prevention tips., discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places while school is dismissed to help slow the spread of covid in the community., you can encourage your child to help stop the spread of covid by teaching them to do the same things everyone should do to stay healthy.",Prevention,1
Testing - Criteria to be Tested,192,do i need to get tested,Author Generated,not everyone needs to be tested for covid.,Testing,7
Symptoms - First Symptoms,383,which covid symptom is first,Yahoo Search,,Symptoms,14
Reporting - Accuracy,3,is there underreporting of covid cases in specific countries or worldwide,Quora,,Reporting,4
Comparison - Black Death,566,is covid the black death of the 21st century,Quora,,Comparison,8
Testing - Methodology,26,are blood tests useful to diagnose covid,Quora," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Reporting - Best COVID Model,44,which covid model should be used,Author Generated,,Reporting,4
Societal Response - Hoax,394,is covid a hoax,Yahoo Search,,Societal Response,3
Economic Effects - Industries,431,what are some industries that will be completely changed or destroyed by covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Response - Fear,58,are you afraid of the covid virus,Quora,"if you are not in an area where covid is spreading, or if you have not travelled from one of those areas or have not been in close contact with someone who has and is feeling unwell, your chances of getting it are currently low.",Societal Response,3
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,how has covid affected the it industry,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Possibility of Reinfection,100,is it true that even if you already had the covid you can get it again,Quora,"its too early to know for sure. , at this time, we are not sure if you can become re infected. ",Transmission,0
Origin - Country,18,where covid came from,Yahoo Search,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Treatment - Chloroquine,116,has chloroquine been found to be effective against covid,Quora,"in the lab, these drugs have been shown to prevent the growth of the virus that causes covid. there are a few reports of patients with covid who received these drugs and improved. some are reports of groups of patients, all of whom received the drug. it is not known whether it was the drug that led to the improvement or whether there were other factors involved. , chloroquine phosphate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, and hydroxychloroquine sulfate is only approved for the treatment of malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. , no. hydroxychloroquine sulfate and some versions of chloroquine phosphate are fda approved to treat malaria. , since acidification is crucial for endosome maturation and function, we surmise that endosome maturation might be blocked at intermediate stages of endocytosis,, compare the antiviral activity of cq versus hcq, the dose response curves,  hcq is a safe and successful anti inflammatory agent",Treatment,6
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,why worry about covid when the flu kills so many people,Cable News Network,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Societal Response - Most Prepared Countries,438,which countries have the best procedures in place to contain the covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Transmission - Demographics: General,92,how does being a smoker impact covid patient outcomes,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , the risk depends on where you are   and more specifically, whether there is a covid outbreak unfolding there. , we do not have information from published scientific reports about the susceptibility of pregnant women to covid. pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes, which might make them more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including covid. , smoking cigarettes can leave you more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses such as covid. smoking cigarettes is known to cause heart and lung disease and people with underlying heart and lung problems may have increased risk for serious complications from covid., e cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of covid or the severity of covid outcomes is not known., this is not a good time to be vaping or smoking anything. , younger people seem to be insulated to some extent to protect them from getting particularly sick., researchers do not have information from published scientific reports about susceptibility of pregnant women to this covid., based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for covid than adults. , based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from covid. , its not known yet whether all of these children are at higher risk for severe illness from covid., most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from covid., those in complex humanitarian crises, which lack the infrastructure, support, and health systems to mount a comprehensive response. , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, smokers were 1.4 times more likely (rr1.4, 95% ci 0.98 2.00) to have severe symptoms of covid and approximately 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an icu, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non smokers (rr2.4, 95% ci 1.43 4.04), the risk depends on where you live or where you have travelled recently. the risk of infection is higher in areas where a number people have been diagnosed with covid. , while we are still learning about how covid 2019 affects people, older persons and persons with pre existing medical conditions (such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes) appear to develop serious illness more often than others.",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Possibility of both Flu and COVID,145,will having the flu prevent me from getting covid,Author Generated,"yes. testing positive for either the flu or covid doesnt exempt you from having the other at the same time. , although the likelihood of coinfection of covid and another respiratory virus is thought to be low, a positive finding of another respiratory pathogen does not exclude the diagnosis of covid",Having COVID,13
Treatment - Existence of Treatments,94,what are the treatments for covid,Illinois Department of Public Health,"currently, there are no specific treatments recommended for illnesses caused by covid. medical care is supportive to help relieve symptoms., people with covid should receive supportive care to help relieve symptoms. people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home. , at this time, there are no fda approved drug products to treat covid. ",Treatment,6
Transmission - Food Contamination,5,can covid be transmitted through food,Yahoo Search,"according to the food and drug administration (fda), there have not been any cases of covid known to be caused from eating food or handling food packaging., currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. , there is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the united states or imported from countries affected by covid can transmit covid. , currently, there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. ,  currently there is no evidence of food, food containers, or food packaging being associated with transmission of covid. like other viruses, it is possible that the virus that causes covid can survive on surfaces or objects. , there are no nationwide shortages of animal food, although in some cases the inventory of certain foods at your grocery store might be temporarily low before stores can restock., theres no evidence that covid can be transmitted through food., based on information about this novel covid thus far, it seems unlikely that covid can be transmitted through food   additional investigation is needed. , currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of covid associated with food. ",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Biological Profile,166,what is a covid,Author Generated,"a novel covid is a new covid that has not been previously identifed. the virus causing covid disease 2019 (covid), is not the same as the covides that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold., covids are spherical, enveloped, and the largest of positive strand rna v",Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,does covid die in freezer,Google Search,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Having COVID - Longevity of Damage,378,are there any permanent effects of covid,Author Generated,,Having COVID,13
Economic Effects - Industries,431,will most airlines go bankrupt after the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Treatment - Intubation,32,can a covid patient be treated without a ventilator,Quora,,Treatment,6
Societal Effects - Daily Life,432,what are you now avoiding as a result of the covid outbreak,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Other - Overseas COVID Death,202,what do i do if my family member dies from covid in foreign country,Author Generated,"cdc does not require an autopsy before the remains of a person who died overseas are returned to the united states. depending on the circumstances surrounding the death, some countries may require an autopsy. , when a us citizen dies outside the united states, the deceased persons next of kin or legal representative should notify us consular officials at the department of state. ",Other,15
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can i get covid from a package sent from china,Cable News Network,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Use of Facemask,79,should i wear a face covering or face mask when i go out in public,Food and Drug Administration,"cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (for example, grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission., cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others., in order to avoid infecting others, you should use a mask for as long as you are still coughing or sneezing. you should only stop after a complete recovery (which means 24 48 hours after having no symptoms without medication). , according to the who, for individuals without respiratory symptoms, a medical mask is not required, as no evidence is available on its usefulness to protect non sick persons., a cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community based transmission of the covid. ,  no. surgical masks and n95s need to be reserved for use by health care workers, first responders, and other frontline workers whose jobs put them at much greater risk of acquiring covid. , the cdc recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are diffcult to maintain., cdc recommends that everyone 2 years and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community., cdc recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting., people with no respiratory symptoms, such as cough, do not need to wear a medical mask. who recommends the use of masks for people who have symptoms of covid and for those caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever.",Prevention,1
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,how do i prevent getting infected with covid from delivered packages and groceries,Quora,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Societal Effects - US 2020 Election,454,will the covid affect president donald trumps re election,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,how long does covid live on produce,Quora,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,are we still waiting for a vaccine for covid,Author Generated,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Individual Response - Being Infected,162,what should i do if i had close contact with someone who has covid,Quora,stay home. call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and let them know youre coming for an appointment so they can prepare for your visit.,Individual Response,9
Prevention - Safety of Blood Donations,108,is it safe for me to donate blood during the covid pandemic,Food and Drug Administration,"if you are healthy and interested in donating blood, the fda encourages you to contact a local donation center to make an appointment., blood donors must be healthy and feel well on the day of donation. routine blood donor screening measures that are already in place should prevent individuals with respiratory infections from donating blood. ",Prevention,1
Prevention - Time Until Vaccine,43,is there a vaccine,Illinois Department of Public Health,"no. currently, there is not a vaccine for covid., at this time there is no vaccine to prevent covid disease 2019 (covid)., not yet. to date, there is no vaccine and no specific antiviral medicine to prevent or treat covid 2019.",Prevention,1
Prevention - Vaccine: Reason for Delay,691,if the h1n1 vaccine was developed so quickly why does the covid vaccine take so much time,Quora,,Prevention,1
Testing - Price,2,is there a fee to be tested for covid,Author Generated,,Testing,7
Societal Effects - Daily Life,432,how has the covid affected you,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Origin - Time,36,when was the first case of covid confirmed in the usa,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Transmission - General,22,how does covid spread,Washington DC Area Television Station," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Survivability: Seasonality,53,will covid come back in the fall,Yahoo Search,it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of covid.,Transmission,0
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,how can i tell if i have the flu or covid,Author Generated,,Comparison,8
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can covid live on paper,Yahoo Search,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Origin - Source Animal,11,what is the true origin of the covid virus and is the wuhan bat snacking hypothesis credible,Quora,bats,Origin,5
Testing - Testing Everyone,138,why are we still not testing everyone for covid,Quora,"doctors say its not realistic to test all 328 million people in the us, especially since many states are still struggling to get enough tests or testing supplies. ",Testing,7
Origin - General,24,how covid starts,Google Search,,Origin,5
Origin - Time,36,when covid start,Yahoo Search,"30 jan 20, 15 jan 20, 19 dec",Origin,5
Societal Effects - Repurcussions for China,505,what would be the best way to hold china accountable for covid,Author Generated,,Societal Effects,2
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what does the covid part of covid stand for,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Effects - Continuing Learning During COVID,180,what steps should i take to ensure my child keeps learning,Author Generated,"stay in touch with your childs school., talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan.",Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Existence of Cure,60,is there any cure for covid,Quora,,Treatment,6
Speculation - Second Wave,55,how come covid is going to come back after it goes away for a time,Yahoo Answers,,Speculation,11
Other - Mutation,7,is covid mutating,Yahoo Search,,Other,15
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,what is covid,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Individual Response - Lack of Seriousness,447,should people take covid more seriously,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Comparison - COVID versus Flu Diagnosis,96,is it covid or something else,Quora,,Comparison,8
Treatment - Intubation,32,what is the survival rate of those infected by covid who are put on a ventilator,Quora,,Treatment,6
Transmission - Mosquitoes,9,is it possible to get covid from mosquitoes,Author Generated,"no. , at this time, cdc has no data to suggest that this new covid or other similar covides are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. ",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - World Superpower,455,who will be the world superpower at the end of the covid pandemic,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Transmission - Airborne,27,is covid in the air,Google Search,"studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air., covid cannot travel very far in the air, the world health organization says. , studies to date suggest that the virus that causes covid is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.",Transmission,0
Transmission - Contact Lenses,136,is it better to wear glasses than contacts,Author Generated,"there is no evidence to suggest contact lens wearers are more at risk for acquiring covid than eyeglass wearers., people who are healthy can continue to wear and care for their contact lenses as prescribed by their eye care professional.",Transmission,0
Individual Response - Cancelling Trips,83,how risky is it to go on vacation,Author Generated,"at this time, social and physical distancing are important to follow, so overall, travel is discouraged., people who are immunocompromised are at higher risk from this illness, as well as other illnesses like the flu. avoiding contact with ill people is crucial.",Individual Response,9
Transmission - Demographics: Blood Type,140,do certain blood types have less chance of getting covid,Author Generated,"with this respiratory virus, (as) with other covides, no, said dr. maria van kerkhove, technical lead for the world health organizations covid response. ",Transmission,0
Comparison - Difference from Flu,405,why is covid nothing like the flu,Quora,,Comparison,8
Individual Response - Future Plans,473,what is the one thing you want to do when covid is over,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Societal Response - Reason for Lockdown,71,should all americans be under stay at home orders,Cable News Network,"we really should be, said dr. anthony fauci, a member of the white house covid task force. ",Societal Response,3
Individual Response - Resolution with Religion,582,will jesus save the world from covid,Quora,,Individual Response,9
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,was covid manufactured,Yahoo Search,,Origin,5
Transmission - Survivability: Surfaces,75,can you get covid from touching money,Cable News Network,"although the new covid weakens and dies over time outside of the human body, studies suggest that it can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days, depending on surface, temperature and other environmental factors., clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets and sinks. , studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. this may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment). , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low. , i would suggest wiping down external surfaces of canned or wrapped foods, said dr. celine gounder, an infectious disease specialist at bellevue hospital center. , covid can stay alive for up to three days on stainless steel and plastic. but clothing is probably more like cardboard — its more absorbent, so the virus is unlikely to stay and last that long., no. the new covid cannot be transmitted through goods manufactured in china or any country reporting covid cases , viruses can live on surfaces and objects — including on money — although your chance of actually getting covid from cash is probably very low., up to three days, depending on the surface. , although the virus can survive for a short period on some surfaces, it is unlikely to be spread from domestic or international mail, products or packaging. , yes. the likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes covid from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low., it is not certain how long the virus that causes covid survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other covides. studies suggest that covides (including preliminary information on the covid virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Name Capitalization,66,what is the scientifically accurate way to write covid,Author Generated,,Nomenclature,12
Transmission - Infection by Asymptomatic Carriers,87,can covid be caught from a person who has no symptoms,Washington DC Area Television Station,"some spread might be possible before people show symptoms. , since the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, the risk of catching it from somebody who is asymptomatic, even a contact of a confirmed covid case, is low. , when you speak, sometimes youll spit a little bit. youll rub your nose. youll touch your mouth. youll rub your eyes. and then youll touch other surfaces, and then you will be spreading virus if you are infected and shedding asymptomatically., the risk of catching covid from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. ",Transmission,0
Testing - Methodology,26,what type of test was initially developed to screen for covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," there are many tests being used to diagnose covid that the u.s. food & drug administration (fda) has authorized for use during the current emergency. all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs, all of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasal or nasopharyngeal swabs. , rrt pcr test,  reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, the 2109 ncov rna was readily detected in the blood (6 of 57 patients) and the anal swabs (11 of 28 patients). ",Testing,7
Origin - Manufactured in Laboratory,12,how was covid created,Quora,,Origin,5
Comparison - COVID and HIV,569,will covid be another disease like aids,Quora,,Comparison,8
Societal Response - Use of Artificial Intelligence,490,how can artificial intelligence help with the covid epidemic,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Economic Effects - Technology Industry,458,in what ways has the it industry been affected by covid,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Origin - Source Animal,11,did covid come from snakes,Google Search,bats,Origin,5
Speculation - Pandemic Duration,42,will covid go away in spring,Yahoo Search,"may 1st, i think, is completely unrealistic, said dr. ashish jha, director of the harvard global health institute. , probably for several months. but you might have to do it over and over again, since the outbreak could come in waves. ",Speculation,11
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,is grocery shopping safe during the covid pandemic,John Hopkins University,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Nomenclature - Biological Profile,166,what does it mean that covid is novel,Author Generated,"a novel covid is a new covid that has not been previously identifed. the virus causing covid disease 2019 (covid), is not the same as the covides that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold., covids are spherical, enveloped, and the largest of positive strand rna v",Nomenclature,12
Origin - Country,18,where did covid originate,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"early on, many of the patients at the epicenter of the covid outbreak in china had some link to a large seafood and live animal market, suggesting animal to person spread., wuhan city, china",Origin,5
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,can the heat from a hand dryer kill covid,Cable News Network,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Economic Effects - Making Money,594,how can i save money when i am working from home because of covid,Quora,,Economic Effects,10
Societal Response - United States,51,why does the us have so many infections,Author Generated,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Prevention - Herd Immunity,550,is herd immunity the best way to stop the spread of covid,Quora,,Prevention,1
Reporting - Number of Cases,1,are covid cases decreasing,Bing Search,,Reporting,4
Symptoms - General,17,what covid feels like,Google Search,"people who are infected with covid have developed mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and potentially respiratory distress 2 14 days after exposure., cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fever and cough , patients with underlying medical conditions and the elderly, the most common symptoms of covid are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. these symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. some people become infected but dont develop any symptoms and dont feel unwell.",Symptoms,14
Transmission - General,22,how can the covid spread,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA," human covides typically spread through the air by coughing and sneezing., it primarily spreads between people through respiratory droplets, like through coughs, sneezes, spittle. , the virus that causes covid is thought to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. ,  from person to person,, person to person, close contact with an infected person, covid was transmitted through respiratory tract and then induced pneumonia,, we found the presence of covid in anal swabs and blood as well, and more anal swab positives than oral swab positives in a later stage of infection, suggesting shedding and thereby transmitted through oral fecal route., people can catch covid from others who have the virus. the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with covid coughs or exhales. these droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. other people then catch covid by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. people can also catch covid if they breathe in droplets from a person with covid who coughs out or exhales droplets.",Transmission,0
Origin - 5G Network Conspiracy,142,is it true that 5g spreads the covid,Quora,no. thats just a hoax going around the internet.,Origin,5
Economic Effects - Profitable Stocks,451,which stocks are the most profitable during covid,Author Generated,,Economic Effects,10
Speculation - Second Wave,55,will covid be a problem next year,Yahoo Search,,Speculation,11
Comparison - Worse than Flu,29,why covid is worse than the flu,Yahoo Search,"yes. research indicates a person with the flu infects about 1.28 other people, on average. but with the novel covid, its likely between 2 and 3 other people., the number of americans killed from covid and those who have died from the flu this season are now comparable. but deaths from covid are happening at a much faster rate. ",Comparison,8
Societal Effects - General,23,how is covid changing the world for better and for worse,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Other - Mutation,7,will covid mutate,Yahoo Search,,Other,15
Transmission - Survivability: Temperature,8,what is the temperature required to kill covid,Quora,"several countries currently affected by the new covid outbreak are experiencing summer weather., it is not known yet if weather and temperature changes impact or has any connection with covid. at this time, it is not clear or known if the spread of covid will decrease when the weather becomes warmer. , generally covides survive for shorter periods of time at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. however, we dont have direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature based cutob for inactivation at this point, , hand dryers cant kill the virus., generally covides survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments.",Transmission,0
Societal Response - United States,51,why is the us so far behind other countries with testing,Cable News Network,experts say its due to cuts in federal funding for public health and problems with early testing.,Societal Response,3
Having COVID - Ability to Recover,65,if infected with covid can you survive it and recover,Cable News Network,absolutely. the vast majority of people with covid survive.,Having COVID,13
Prevention - Facemask Material,296,what type of facemask should i use,Author Generated,n95 mask,Prevention,1
Societal Response - Trump's Mishandling,445,is trump managing well on covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Martial Law,601,if covid gets out of control in the us is it possible that trump will declare martial law at some point,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Symptoms - Illness Caused by COVID,241,what is the name of the disease caused buy covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"the novel covid (covid) infection caused pneumonia. , covid disease 2019 (covid  19)",Symptoms,14
Symptoms - Illness Caused by COVID,241,what illness is caused by the covid covid,GitHub.com/deepset-ai/COVID-QA,"the novel covid (covid) infection caused pneumonia. , covid disease 2019 (covid  19)",Symptoms,14
Transmission - Shopping Safety,81,can i go to the supermarket,Illinois Department of Public Health,"its best not to make unnecessary trips, but if you need to go to a grocery store, its important to maintain social and physical distancing as you shop, and to clean your hands often while shopping and as soon as you get home., yes. buy as much as you need to lessen the number of trips and try and shop when the store is least likely to be crowded., there are steps you can take to help protect yourself, grocery store workers and other shoppers, such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and using wipes on the handles of the shopping cart or basket. ",Transmission,0
Speculation - Second Wave,55,will covid return next year,Bing Search,,Speculation,11
Nomenclature - Reason for Name,39,why is covid called a novel virus,Quora,"corona means crown, and covides have a crown of protruding points on their surface that give them a characteristic appearance when seen under a microscope. covides are a whole family of viruses; there are many.,  covid is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) covid not previously seen in humans., covid disease 2019 (covid) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. , the new name of this disease is covid disease 2019, abbreviated as covid. in covid, co stands for corona, vi for virus, and d for disease. formerly, this disease was referred to as 2019 novel covid or 2019 ncov. ,  as covid disease discovered in 2019 (covid), severe acute respiratory syndrome covid 2 , covid is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered covid. this new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in wuhan, china, in december 201",Nomenclature,12
Societal Response - Rebuilding Economy,485,how can the global economy be back on its track after covid,Quora,,Societal Response,3
Societal Effects - Travel After COVID,498,will covid permanently end global travel,Quora,,Societal Effects,2
Treatment - Plasma,112,was plasma successful in treating covid patients,Author Generated,convalescent plasma is being investigated for the treatment of covid because there is no approved treatment for this disease and there is some information that suggests it might help some patients recover from covid.,Treatment,6