COVID-19 – Current information about the corona virus
29.01.2020How big is the risk of infection?
An exact statement cannot yet be made here, since the data situation is still insufficient. However, experts estimate that 2019-nCoV is not as contagious as, for example, influenza (flu) or measles.
How can you protect yourself?
The same measures are recommended that also apply in principle to avoid flu: good hand hygiene, cough and sneeze etiquette and keeping a distance from the sick.
When should I get tested for the virus?
Travelers from Hubei Province's high-risk area (including Wuhan) or people who have had contact with a sick person and who develop symptoms such as fever or respiratory problems within 14 days after returning or contacting the sick person should see their doctor. It is important to call in advance.
Announce your visit to the practice / hospital and describe that you have been in the affected region or have had contact with a sick person and have corresponding symptoms (e.g. fever)! Then it can be ensured that appropriate precautionary measures are taken (do not sit in the waiting room for a long time, hygiene measures such as mouth protection, etc.). This way, further infections can be prevented.
An exact statement cannot yet be made here, since the data situation is still insufficient. However, experts estimate that 2019-nCoV is not as contagious as, for example, influenza (flu) or measles.
How can you protect yourself?
The same measures are recommended that also apply in principle to avoid flu: good hand hygiene, cough and sneeze etiquette and keeping a distance from the sick.
When should I get tested for the virus?
Travelers from Hubei Province's high-risk area (including Wuhan) or people who have had contact with a sick person and who develop symptoms such as fever or respiratory problems within 14 days after returning or contacting the sick person should see their doctor. It is important to call in advance.
Announce your visit to the practice / hospital and describe that you have been in the affected region or have had contact with a sick person and have corresponding symptoms (e.g. fever)! Then it can be ensured that appropriate precautionary measures are taken (do not sit in the waiting room for a long time, hygiene measures such as mouth protection, etc.). This way, further infections can be prevented.