 The COVID-19 outbreak began in December 2019 in Wuhan, China, and has since spread to 19 countries with over 11,791 confirmed cases as of January 31, 2020. A scoping review was conducted to analyze and discuss the epidemiology, causes, clinical diagnosis, prevention, and control of the virus. The majority of published articles were related to causes and written in English. Most of the research has focused on the symptoms, preventive measures, and treatment options for COVID-19. While some studies have suggested a connection between the virus and seafood markets, no specific animal associations have been confirmed. More high-quality research is needed to provide effective ways to manage this public health emergency in both the short and long term.