Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by washing your hands or using an alcohol based rub frequently and not touching your face. (https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus#tab=tab_1)

How to stay safe and well

• Practice good hygiene
• Maintain physical distancing, keep at least 1.5 metres away from others
• Understand the risk and symptoms
• Help continue to slow the spread of COVID-19 by getting tested, even if you have mild symptoms
• Stay home and avoid contact if you’re feeling unwell
• Take care wherever you go, assume others may be carrying the virus

For information, please visit:

https://www.australia.gov.au/
https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-daily-update
https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/how-stay-safe-and-well-covid-19
https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/covid-19-information-workplaces
https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19