Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources

What is Coronavirus?

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by a new virus. Symptoms range from a mild cough to pneumonia. Some people recover easily, others may get very sick very quickly. There is evidence that it spreads from person to person. Good hygiene can prevent infection.

Find out more about Coronavirus Health Alerts- https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert

Contact Tracing [Update for Staff]

If you have been to any of the locations listed on the Queensland Government website at the times stated, you should monitor your health and, if you develop even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms, get tested. If you have been to one of the locations listed, please complete the contract tracing self assessment and inform your Edmen Service Coordinator immediately.

See all current contact tracing alerts here - https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/current-status/contact-tracing

Symptoms

Symptoms can range from mild illness to pneumonia. Some people will recover easily, and others may get very sick very quickly. People with coronavirus may experience:

fever
flu-like symptoms such as coughing, sore throat and fatigue
shortness of breath

If you have serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing, call 000 for urgent medical help.

When to get tested

If you develop symptoms within 14 days of last contact with a confirmed case or of returning to Australia, you should seek medical attention. Your doctor will tell you if you need to get tested.

How to isolate yourself

Do not go to public places, such as work, school, shopping centres, childcare or university. If possible, ask other people to get food and other necessities for you and leave them at your front door.

Only people who usually live with you should be in your home. Do not let in visitors.

You do not need to wear a mask in your home.

If you need to leave home to seek medical attention, wear a surgical mask (if you have one) to protect others.

How to protect yourself and others

Everyone must practise good hygiene to protect against infection and prevent the virus spreading.

Infection Prevention – Coughing and Sneezing Etiquette (Poster)
Social Distancing -

If you have a confirmed case, you need to isolate yourself to prevent it spreading to other people.

To help protect people most at risk follow the Department of Health provide advice on public gatherings and visits to vulnerable groups - https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-public-gatherings-and-visits-to-vulnerable-groups

How it spreads

There is evidence that the virus spreads from person-to-person.

The virus is most likely spread through:

close contact with an infectious person
contact with droplets from an infected person’s cough or sneeze
touching objects or surfaces (like doorknobs or tables) that have cough or sneeze droplets from an infected person, and then touching your mouth or face

Who is at risk

Most cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) are in Wuhan City in Hubei Province, China.

In Australia, the people most at risk of getting the virus are those who have:

recently been in mainland China and Iran
been in close contact with someone who is a confirmed case of coronavirus
Health authorities have confirmed cases of coronavirus in Australia. For the latest number, read WHO Coronavirus health alert -