Novel Coronavirus

Novel Coronavirus – advice for patients
 
The latest advice is to self-isolate and get a test within the first 5 days of symptoms if you have a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste/and or smell. Current self-isolation period is 10 days.

How to get tested;

Book a test online https://gov.wales/coronavirus

Book a test by telephone :

Call 119 between 7 am to 11 pm ( calls are free)

Patients with hearing or speech difficulties pleas call 18001119

 
If you are worried about symptoms of Coronavirus you should use the NHS Direct Wales online symptom checker at https://111.wales.nhs.uk 
You should only call 111 if the symptom checker advises you to.
 
Please do not attend your GP surgery, Dentist community pharmacy or A&E department if you have any symptoms of Novel Coronavirus to stop the spread of infection.
 
You can help stop the spread of Novel Coronavirus by ensuring you practise good hygiene. Cough and sneeze into a tissue, bin it and immediately wash your hands with soap and hot water for at least 20 seconds.
 
For up to date advice please visit https://111.wales.nhs.uk

Updated January 2023