Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome

What is the SARS?

SARS (Severe acute respiratory syndrome) is a respiratory illness that has recently been reported in Asia, North America, and Europe. If you are exposed to SARS, the time it takes to develop SARS is between 2 to 7 days.

If you believe you might have SARS, contact your doctor immediately.

What are the Symptoms of SARS?

SARS usually begins with a fever greater than 100.4°F. The most common symptoms are:

• headache;
• an overall feeling of discomfort;
• body aches;
• dry cough;
• trouble breathing

How does SARS Spread?

The most common way that SARS appears to spread is by close person-to-person contact.

Treatment options for SARS

Currently the treatment options are similar to the options given to people who have a serious form of pneumonia?

Who is At Risk For SARS?

Cases of SARS continue to be reported mainly among people who have had direct close contact with an infected person.

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