Epidemiology and Characteristics Socialization and Guidelines Clinical Covid-19 Patients in the Central Java Provincial Health Service Environment

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This guideline is prepared as a reference for health workers in the Central Java Provincial Health Office in handling COVID-19 cases. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory tract infection caused by SARS-CoV-2 with a high rate of transmission through respiratory droplets and direct contact. The incubation period of the virus ranges from 1-14 days with an average of 5-6 days. The clinical manifestations of COVID-19 vary from asymptomatic to severe symptoms, with common symptoms including fever, dry cough, fatigue, and respiratory distress. The severity of the disease is classified into mild, moderate, and severe, with special considerations for high-risk groups such as the elderly and people with comorbidities. Diagnosis is made through PCR examination as the gold standard, supported by other supporting examinations.Patient management includes isolation according to severity, supportive therapy, and management of comorbidities. Prevention and control are carried out through the implementation of strict health protocols and ongoing vaccination programs. An integrated reporting and documentation system is implemented for monitoring and evaluation of case management. This guideline is dynamic and will be updated according to developments in the situation and current evidence.