Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance
Also known as
- SARS-CoV-2,
- 2019 Novel Coronavirus,
- nCoV
Symptoms
Symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are a cough, a high temperature and shortness of breath.
Treatment
There's no specific treatment for coronavirus (COVID-19). Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms until you recover.
Preventing Spreading
Simple measures like washing your hands often with soap and water can help stop viruses like coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading.
Help & information
World updates: World Health Organization (WHO)
More information: Symptoms · Prevention · Treatment
Standard Infection Control Precautions
Public Health England
This page brings together coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance published by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and Public Health England (PHE) for the adult social care sector.
