 The COVID-19 pandemic has been characterized by rapid growth and high mortality rates. Estimates suggest that the virus can double in size every three to seven days, with an average incubation period of four to six days and a range of two to eight days. The case fatality rate ranges from 0.3% to 1.4% with most deaths occurring outside of China. This article was authored by Mina Park, Alex R. Cook, Zhu Tao Lim and others.