Saturday, 18th April 2020
Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that are like the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). In 2019, a new virus formed and spread from China to other countries now called coronavirus disease 2019 or COVID-19.
If you are concerned you may have COVID-19, use the symptom checker on healthdirect.
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention. Ensure you call you GP prior to attending. If you want to talk to someone about your symptoms first, call the Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice.
The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Phone: 1800 020 080
Prof Simon Lewis delivers an overview on the impact of the COVID-19, coronavirus pandemic in relation to diseases like Parkinson’s and Dementia and highlights what people living with these conditions should be focusing on.
This limited series podcast, hosted by award-winning podcaster and MJFF Patient Council member Larry Gifford, will cover the latest Parkinson’s-relevant information on the COVID-19 pandemic. Episodes will cover care, research, staying active and more.