As the COVID-19 cases continue to rise, comparisons between influenza (flu) and COVID-19 symptoms have been drawn. With the flu season fast approaching, have you ever wondered the difference between flu and COVID-19 virus? COVID-19 is caused by infection with a new coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2) and flu is caused by infection with influenza viruses. The serial interval for COVID-19 virus is estimated to be 5-6 days, while for the influenza virus, the serial interval is 3 days. Drivers of virus transmissionChildren are important drivers of influenza virus transmission in the community.

Source: dna September 15, 2020 03:49 UTC