COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Outbreak

Coronavirus is a new virus that is now prevalent in most countries.

Current information is available on this link:

https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert

The Australian Government is taking measures to reduce the spread of the virus and General Practice is an important part of their plan.

If you suspect that you have or have been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, please contact the National Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice.

There are also testing clinics set up in hospitals at Monash Medical Centre, Clayton and The Alfred, Royal Melbourne Hospital and Box Hill Hospitals.

Currently we have run out of protective equipment required for testing for COVID-19 and thus are unable to see and assess suspected cases.

We will update this information when we receive more equipment. (13.03.2020)

STOP THE SPREAD

The best and most effective way to stop the spread of this virus to our vulnerable people is to:

Practice good sneeze / cough hygiene

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, before and after eating, and after going to the toilet

Cover your cough and sneeze using a tissue or your inner elbow, if possible.

Dispose of tissues, and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser

If unwell, avoid contact with others (stay more than 1.5 meters from people)

Please be aware that if you are swabbed for COVID-19, you are expected to self isolate until the results are back. This can take 3 days.