Advice posted 23/03/20
Good hand hygiene is advised to prevent spread
- Wash your hands often with soap and water. If handwashing facilities are not available, use an alcohol based hand sanitiser that contains at least 60 per cent alcohol.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in a bin.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are unwell.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
NHS Handwashing technique video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGJNspLRdrc
Common symptoms of coronavirus include
- high temperature or fever
- cough
- shortness of breath
A free helpline has been set up for people who do not have symptoms but are looking for general advice: 0800 028 2816
NHS GUIDANCE FOR CORONAVIRUS
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
Public health advice can be found at: Coronavirus (COVID-19) on NHS Inform
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT INFORMATION ON CORONAVIRUS IN SCOTLAND
https://www.gov.scot/coronavirus-covid-19/
ADVICE FOR SCOTTISH BUSINESSES
https://www.gov.scot/news/covid-19-helpline-for-scottish-businesses/
FIT FOR TRAVEL - Travel advice and country specific information
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/advice/disease-prevention-advice/coronavirus-disease-covid-19
HEALTH PROTECTION SCOTLAND WORKPLACE ADVICE
https://www.gov.scot/news/workplace-advice-contained-in-new-coronavirus-guidance/
SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL LATEST PUBLIC INFORMATION
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/info/20014/social_care_and_health/1009/coronavirus_covid-19
ADVICE FOR OLDER PEOPLE FROM AGE UK
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/scotland/information-advice/health-and-wellbeing/coronavirus/