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What is COVID-19?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause illness. Human coronavirus illnesses are generally mild, such as the common cold.
This new coronavirus originated in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China in December 2019 and the disease caused by the virus is named COVID-19.
It is a new strain of coronaviruses that hasn’t previously been identified in humans.
Information on how COVID-19 affects our practice is available here.
Information on managing mild COVID-19 at home with assistance from your GP.
Aust Govt Dept of Health - COVID Vaccine Information In Your Language
What are the symptoms?
The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to other colds and flus and include:
- fever
- sore throat
- cough
- tiredness
- difficulty breathing
While coronavirus is of concern, it is important to remember that most people displaying these symptoms are likely suffering with a cold or other respiratory illness – not coronavirus.
Information on managing mild COVID-19 at home with assistance from your GP.
Who is at risk?
Some people are more at risk:
- the elderly
- people with chronic disease such as diabetes
- smokers and people with lung disease such as asthma and COPD
- people on immunosuppressant treatment
Call reception on 9495 1230 to book an appointment, to discuss any risk factors you might have, with your doctor.
Aust Govt Dept of Health - COVID Vaccine Information In Your Language
What to do?
You should:
- stay at home if you are unwell
- practise social distancing
- avoid gatherings
- wash your hands often with soap and water, or hand sanitiser
- cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or use your inner elbow
- if you have arrived from interstate or overseas, you will need to self isolate for 14 days
Information on managing mild COVID-19 at home with assistance from your GP.
Covid Testing Clinics
Who should attend?
Up-to-date and detailed information about the testing criteria and who should attend is available at the HealthyWA Website.
Note: testing at public COVID-19 clinics (metropolitan and regional) is FREE.
Who should avoid?
DO NOT ATTEND unless you have symptoms.
People presenting at COVID clinics may be infectious.
Coronavirus Links/Resources
Aust Govt Dept of Health - COVID Vaccine Information In Your Language
HealthyWA Website: COVID Testing Clinics
HealthyWA Website: COVID-19 Clinic FAQ's (PDF 278KB)
HealthyWA Website: COVID-19 Information for Aboriginal people
HealthyWA Website: Locations visited by confirmed cases
Information on managing mild COVID-19 at home with assistance from your GP.
Coronavirus Information
Aust Govt Dept of Health - COVID Vaccine Information In Your Language
The Coronavirus Hotline WA: 1800 300 243
The National Coronavirus Helpline: 1800 020 080
The Australian Government has released an official app with the information you need to know about COVID-19 including advice on hygiene, symptoms, public gatherings and the latest news and announcements from the Australian Government.
Australian Govt Coronavirus App at the GooglePlay store (free)
Australian Govt Coronavirus App at the Apple App store (free)
