VIRUS PANDEMIC
COVID-19
WHAT IS IT?
(1) A new illness that can affect your lungs and airways
(2) It is caused by a virus called coronavirus
(3) It was first identified in Wuhan city, China in December, 2019
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
(1) Cough
(2) Shortness of breadth
(3) Fever
(4) It can cause more severe symptoms in those with underlying health conditions
HOW DO WE STOP IT?
(1) Wash hands frequently with soap and water or hand sanitizer
(2) Cover mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
(3) Stay at home for 7 days if you have a high temperature or a new continuous cough
(4) It is most likely to spread within the first 3 days of having symptoms
(5) After 7 days most people are not infectious
For latest advice search NHS Coronavirus
