COVID-19 patient information pack

Have you received a message advising that you have tested positive for COVID-19 and may be able to self-care at home?

If you are pregnant, you are not suitable for self-care and should call 1800 960 933 to be linked with a Virtually enhanced Community Care (VeCC) service, and also contact your maternity provider as soon as possible for support with your pregnancy care.

If you are worried about your symptoms you can call the NSW Health support line on 1800 960 933 or Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Or if you have a medical emergency, call 000.

These resources may answer some of your questions or give you extra support:

Patient Information Package

• • Healthdirect – Managing COVID-19 at Home
  • NSW Health:
    • Accessing Mental Health Services in NSW
    • Testing Positive for COVID-19
    • Information for People Exposed to COVID-19
  • RACGP – Managing Mild COVID-19 at Home With Assistance From Your GP
  • Raising Children Network – Managing COVID-19 Symptoms and Protecting Others
  • Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network – COVID-19 in Children
  • Important phone numbers:
    • NSW Health COVID support line – 1800 960 933
    • Healthdirect – 1800 022 222
    • NSW Health isolation support (for practical support needs) – 1800 943 553
    • Medical emergency – phone 000, do not call one of the other helplines

We strongly advise all patients to phone 000 if they have severe symptoms, e.g. chest pain, fainting, or difficulty breathing.