If you are not in an area where COVID-19 is spreading, or have not travelled from an area where COVID-19 is
spreading, or have not been in contact with an infected patient, your risk of infection is low.
It is understandable that you may feel anxious about the outbreak. It’s a good idea to get the facts from reliable sources to help you
accurately determine your risks so that you can take reasonable precautions.
Seek
guidance from WHO, your healthcare provider, your national public health authority or your employer for accurate
information on COVID-19 and whether COVID-19 is circulating where you live.
It is important to be informed of the
situation and take appropriate measures to protect yourself and your family.
If you are in an area where there are cases of COVID-19 you need to take the risk of infection seriously. Follow the
advice of WHO and guidance issued by national and local health authorities.
For most people, COVID-19 infection
will cause mild illness however, it can make some people very ill and in some people, it can be fatal.
Older people,
and those with pre-existing medical conditions (such as cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease or diabetes) are at risk for severe disease.
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