Homecoronavirus What to do if you are sick with corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in people and can spread from person-to-person. This virus was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. All Pennsylvanians have an important role to play in stopping the spread of COVID-19 and saving lives. Here are resources to help individuals, families, and businesses do their part. Keep checking back. This guide will be kept up to date as resources and information change. Tags: coronavirus covid-19 Facebook Twitter