Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a contagious respiratory illness. The symptoms of SARS start with flu-like signs such as fever, chills, muscle aches, headache, and occasionally diarrhea. SARS is a serious illness that can be life-threatening, like any other respiratory illness, spreads through the droplets that enter the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
Similarities and Differences Between COVID-19 and SARS
Both Covid-19 and SARS are caused by coronaviruses. But there are some similarities and differences between the two. Read on to know more.