Coronavirus (also called COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered virus. The World Health Organisation declared COVID-19 was a pandemic in early 2020 and has since been rapidly spreading across the world. For many of us, COVID-19 has turned our lives upside down.
It has forced many of us to stay home, has forced people out of work and has halted travel between states and countries. There is also new information spreading about the virus on a daily basis. This can be overwhelming and confusing for many young people but having up to date information is important.
To help you, we have listed some reliable sources below where you can get useful and up to date information about coronavirus.
Australian Government COVID-19 website
The Australian Government COVID-19 website Is regularly updated to give you the latest Coronavirus news, updates and advice from government agencies across Australia. Visit the Australian Government COVID-19 website.
COVIDSafe App
The Australian Government has recently released the COVIDSafe app. This app aims to quickly alert people if they have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). You can find more information about the app and decide whether to download it on the Australian Government COVID-19 website.
Disability Information Helpline
The Australian government has set up a helpline for people with disability to get information about Coronavirus (COVID-19) and supports. The Helpline is available Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (AEST) and Saturday and Sunday 9am to 7pm (AEST).
To contact the helpline you can call 1800 643 787 or use the National Relay Service. For more information go to the Ideas website.