How should older Australians protect themselves from the coronavirus disease?

How should older Australians protect themselves from the coronavirus disease?

Good hygiene and taking care when interacting with other people, are the best defences for you and your family against COVID-19. This includes: covering your coughs and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue. disposing of tissues immediately they are used, into a dedicated waste bin and washing your hands for 20 seconds.

What is the Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan?

The Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan for Novel Coronavirus guides the Australian health sector response. This Management Plan focuses on culturally appropriate testing and care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and for specific locations including remote communities.

What is the Australia hotline number for the coronavirus disease?

Call this line if you are seeking information on coronavirus (COVID-19). The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 1800 020 080