Winter protection starts with you! Follow a few simple steps to protect yourself and others, especially those at higher risk of severe illness.
- Stay home if you have symptoms, and seek medical care when you need it.
- Do not visit high risk settings when unwell, such as residential aged care homes and hospitals.
- Regularly wash your hands with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand sanitiser.
- Always cover coughs and sneezes.
If you are unwell and need advice call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 anytime or contact your regular doctor. Need more care options? Visit www.health.tas.gov.au/rightcare or find out more at www.health.tas.gov.au/winter-wellness.