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ABSTRACT

The Novel Corona Virus (COVID 19) infection has become public health emergency of International significance. The situation is becoming critical due to lack of knowledge gaps in the epidemiology, transmission dynamics, investigation tools and management. In this article, we review the present condition of COVID-19 in the World, in general and in India. The transmission through aerosol is an area of great concern. The diagnosis is confirmed with PCR based testing of appropriate respiratory samples. The management is primarily supportive with screening of suspected cases and their contacts, isolation of symptomatic cases and home quarantine of asymptomatic contacts. Standard infection control and prevention techniques should be followed. To control this highly transmissible disease requires individual co-ordination.

Keywords: COVID-19, India, Measures, Coronavirus