WASHINGTON — Since the first case of coronavirus in the D.C.-area was reported in Maryland on March 5, the infection has continued to spread in the region.
Use the map below to see where all of the cases of coronavirus in the DMV have been reported so far, and follow our continuing coverage for the latest news on the COVID-19 pandemic in your area:
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Symptoms of COVID-19
Commonly reported symptoms of COVID-19 infection include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Pneumonia
While the exact incubation period for this coronavirus has not yet been determined, it is believed that most infected people will develop symptoms 2-14 days after they were exposed.
What to do if you have coronavirus symptoms?
If you are sick or suspect you are infected, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends taking the followings steps:
- Stay home except to get medical care
- Avoid public areas, including work or school
- Avoid public transportation
- Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home
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Jordan Fischer is the data reporter for WUSA9. Follow him on Twitter at @JordanOnRecord.