Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is caused by a newly discovered coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. Common symptoms include fever, tiredness, and dry cough, with most patients recovering without special treatment. However, older individuals and those with pre-existing medical conditions are more vulnerable to severe illness. While bats were believed to be the original host, the exact origin of SARS-CoV-2 is still unclear. The initial epicenter was Wuhan, China, though person-to-person spread has led to a global situation with rising case numbers and death tolls that vary by age. Preventive measures center around social distancing, quarantines, and maintaining good hygiene.