Protect yourself from Novel Coronavirus 2019

As the Novel coronavirus continues to be monitored, knowing how to protect your family is your best defence from the respiratory Illness.

What is it a coronavirus?
The coronavirus is a virus that can be transmitted between animals and people. 

Symptoms
Common signs of infection include:

In more severe cases, an infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death. 1

Prevention
Recommendations to prevent infection spread include:

A message from Australia’s Chief Medical Officer Professor Brendan Murphy:

“There is no need for the Australian public to wear masks, the only people who should wear masks in relation to this virus are those who are unwell.” 2

Protection
There is no treatment for coronavirus to help protect yourself, prevention is the best way to protect you and your loved ones.

Seek medical attention if you become unwell and think you may have symptoms of coronavirus.

If you are unwell, in order to limit the spread of infection, call ahead of time to book an appointment. Tell your doctor about your symptoms, travel history and any recent close contact with someone who has coronavirus. If you must leave home to see your doctor, wear a surgical mask (if you have one) to protect others.
 
 
References
1. Who.int. (2020). Coronavirus. [online] Available at: https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus [Accessed 12 Feb. 2020].
2. Guild.org.au. (2020). Important information- Novel Coronavirus and Masks. [online] Available at: https://www.guild.org.au/resources/business-operations/important-information-novel-coronavirus-and-masks [Accessed 12 Feb. 2020].