Coronavirus: how to self-isolate

What to do if you have symptoms of Covid-19, have travelled to a badly affected area, or have been in contact with someone who has the disease

1 Stay at home

This may sound obvious, but don’t leave home except to get medical care (and if you do, make sure you have called ahead). Say no to visitors. Contact friends and family online or by phone. If you use online shopping for deliveries of food, medicine or other necessities, make sure delivery instructions say that items should be left outside, not handed over in person. If you ask friends or family for help bringing you supplies, get them to do the same.