What is the difference between virologist, infectiologist and epidemiologist?

The difference between an infectiologist, epidemiologist and virologist lies primarily in their respective areas of expertise. Infectiologists are specialists in infectious diseases and deal with their diagnosis, research and therapy. This includes not only viral diseases, but also bacterial diseases. Virologists, on the other hand, only study viruses and viral diseases. They study how viruses react to drugs and disinfectants [...].

Can I catch the coronavirus from my pet?

So far, there is no evidence that humans have been infected with SARS-CoV-2 in their pets. Source: https://www.bundesregierung.de/breg-de/themen/coronavirus/informationen-zum-coronavirus-1734932

What is the "Tübingen Model"?

Under the motto "Open with Safety", the University City of Tübingen launched its own strategy for dealing with the Corona Pandemic in March and April 2021. This pilot project was approved by the state of Baden-Württemberg and implemented by the city of Tübingen together with the German Red Cross in the district of Tübingen. In addition, the project was scientifically supported by the University Hospital of Tübingen [...]

How often do I have to test myself with the self-test?

The result of the self-test is only meaningful for the day it is taken. It shows whether you are currently contagious. If you have plans for the next day, you have to retest yourself to be really sure that you are not contagious.

What do I do if the test shows an invalid result?

The test result is invalid if no line appears on the test cassette or if a line appears only on the Ag mark (antigen) or T mark (test line). In this case, the test is invalid and a new test must be done with a completely new test kit. If it happens with several tests in one pack, bring the [...]

What do I do if the test result is positive?

The test result is positive if two lines appear on the test cassette. One at the C mark (control) and one at the Ag mark (antigen) or T mark (test line). Note: The result is also positive if one of the two strokes is only very slightly visible. You are now suspected of being infected with the coronavirus. [...]

What does a negative test result mean?

The test result is negative if only 1 line appears at the C mark (Control) on the test cassette. Note: A negative test result is only a snapshot and does not mean that you are not infected. It only means that you are not infectious at the moment and cannot infect other people. That can be different again afterwards. [...]

What types of self-tests are there?

Currently, there are two types of self-tests that are most commonly used. These are the colloquially called nose picker and spit test. The nose picker is a rapid antigen test for home testing, in which the sample is taken from the front of the nose with the help of a stick. The spit test is a rapid antigen test for home testing in which the [...]

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