What to know
This page is part of a group of easy-to-read pages about COVID-19.
About COVID-19
COVID-19 is a virus.
COVID-19 can spread easily.
COVID-19 can spread between people.
People with COVID-19 get sick in different ways.
Some people with COVID-19 feel fine.
Some people with COVID-19 feel bad.
Some people with COVID-19 get very sick.
People with disabilities can get COVID-19.
People with Down syndrome can get COVID-19.
People with Down syndrome may get very sick.
People with health problems can get COVID-19.
People with health problems may get very sick.
People with diabetes can get COVID-19.
People with diabetes may get very sick.
People with cancer can get COVID-19.
People with cancer may get very sick.
People with heart problems can get COVID-19.
People with heart problems may get very sick.
People with obesity can get COVID-19.
People with obesity may get very sick.
COVID-19 vaccines help keep you from getting very sick from COVID-19.
Most people should get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Ask your doctor if you should get a COVID-19 vaccine.