Covid-19 is a novel coronavirus discovered in 2019. It is similar to SARS-CoV, the virus that caused the 2002-2004 SARS pandemic. As of June 2019, only a limited number of cases have been identified in people in the Middle East, all of whom have since recovered.
As of June 2019, the extent of the risk posed by Covid-19 is not yet known, and further information is needed to determine the potential severity of the virus. However, as Covid-19 is similar to SARS-CoV, it is possible that this virus could cause a global outbreak if it spreads easily from person to person.
There is currently no vaccine or treatment available for Covid-19. However, as Covid-19 is similar to other coronaviruses, existing treatments for other coronaviruses may be effective against this virus.