It responds to the same basic precautions & measures that mitigate against the flu. Let's be wise - use sanitizers, wash hands thoroughly, & avoid unnecessary contact.
I'm an oncology pharmacist and work in sterile prep. COVID-19 is not airborne meaning the virus isn't viable in the air for extended periods of time. It is however spread by aerosol media. 1/
It is killed by most soaps & sanitizers so washing hands, keeping kitchen/bathroom surfaces clean does help. 2/
There are many who have had a full course of the illness and recovered. The worst cases involve older patients or those with other conditions, such as respiratory, cardio-vascular illnesses, immuno-compromised states, or cancer. 3/
It is like flu in this sense.
Finally, there are already vaccines coming within 12-18 months.
Bad news, it may end up being a seasonal reality like the flu. Good news, it can be managed. 4/