COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state)
COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state)
The COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) refers to the outbreak and spread of the COVID-19 (/koʊvɪd naɪnˈtiːn/) in the U.S. state of New York. The first case in New York was confirmed on March 1, 2020. The pandemic is part of the worldwide pandemic of COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2.
Etymology
The term "COVID-19" is derived from Coronavirus Disease 2019. The virus itself is named "SARS-CoV-2" due to its genetic similarity to the virus that caused the SARS outbreak in 2002 (SARS-CoV).
Spread and Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the state of New York, with the state having one of the highest numbers of confirmed cases and deaths in the United States. The pandemic has affected all aspects of life, including healthcare, economy, education, and social life.
Related Terms
- Coronavirus: A type of virus. There are many different kinds, and some of them can cause disease. The novel coronavirus, also known as SARS-CoV-2, causes the disease COVID-19.
- Pandemic: An epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, usually affecting a large number of people.
- Social distancing: A set of non-pharmaceutical interventions or measures intended to prevent the spread of a contagious disease by maintaining a physical distance between people and reducing the number of times people come into close contact with each other.
- Quarantine: A restriction on the movement of people, which is intended to prevent the spread of disease or pests.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state)
- Wikipedia's article - COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state)
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