WA COVID-19 Information
Visitors
Check in with the SafeWA app is now at all our sites.
The visitor guidelines allow two people to visit or accompany a patient or client.
Siblings are allowed as one of the two people.
Community Health
All appointments are running as normal.
CAMHS
All appointments are running as normal.
Perth Children's Hospital
All appointments and surgeries are running as normal.
Please visit our hospital website for more information.
All you need to know about COVID-19 and the health of your child
We know that this is a scary and challenging for parents who are worried about their child and family's wellbeing.
We've gathered information and resources to help you answer some questions and provide some reassurance as we face this challenge.
Resources
HealthyWA
HealthyWA has daily updates and information about Coronavirus for the Western Australian community.
Department of Health, Western Australia
The Department of Health includes the latest information and impacts on health across the state.
Department of Health, Australian Government
The Australian Government has information on how they are responding to the outbreak, and what you can do to reduce the spread.
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Coronavirus?
Coronavirus can cause a range of symptoms. Symptoms can range from mild illness to severe pneumonia. Affected people may experience:
- fever of 37.5C or above OR fever in the last few days (for example, night sweats or chills)
- have acute respiratrory symptoms (for example, coughing, shortness of breath, sore throat, runny nose)
- sudden loss of smell or taste.
Who is at risk?
People who live in, have recently travelled to countries where the virus is circulating, or have had close contact with a confirmed case may be at risk of becoming unwell.
Some people may be at higher risk of severe infection, including the elderly and those with some pre-existing medical conditions. What currently know is that Coronavirus infection in children appears to be milder than in adults.
What is considered ‘close contact’ with a confirmed Coronavirus case?
A close contact is defined as:
- Greater than 15 minutes face-to-face contact, in any setting, with a confirmed case OR
- Sharing of a closed space with a confirmed case for a prolonged period (e.g. More than two hours).
What should I do if my child becomes unwell and has symptoms of COVID-19?
If your child has been overseas or has had close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, and develops a fever, cough, or sore throat, please seek medical attention by calling the Coronavirus Information Line on 1800 020 080.
If your child has not travelled overseas, or has not been in close contact with someone who has been tested and diagnosed with Coronavirus in the past 14 days and yet you are still concerned, please call your GP or the Coronavirus Information Line on 1800 020 080.
What can I do to protect myself and my children?
The best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is by practising good hand hygiene and sneeze/cough etiquette. This includes:
Washing your hands
Frequently washing your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, or using an alcohol-based hand gel. Here's how to wash your hands properly.
Try not to touch your mouth and nose
If you need to cough or sneeze, cover your nose and mouth with a paper tissue or flexed elbow – throw the tissue immediately after use and wash your hands.
Stay away from people who are sick
Avoid close contact with anyone if you, or they, have a cold or flu-like symptoms (maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres).
Read the full detail on COVID-19 on Healthy WA.