COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a new virus. Symptoms include fever, coughing, a sore throat and shortness of breath. The virus can spread from person to person, but good hygiene can prevent infection.
Symptoms of COVID-19 can range from mild illness to pneumonia. Some people will recover easily, and others may get very sick very quickly.
Further information can be found on the Australian Government Department of Health website.
The information below may assist you if you are a Government Insurance agency or claimant:
Page Last Updated 16 Apr 2020