A number of COVID-19 cases have been identified in the community in South Australia. For the latest updates and advice, visit the SA Covid-19 information web site: https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/
You can also call the dedicated SA COVID-19 information line - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, 7 days.
1800 253 787
Restrictions and responsibilities
You can find all the latest on restrictions for activities, travel and gatherings here: [https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/restrictions-and-responsibilities]( https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/restrictions-and-responsibilities)
Contact Tracing
If you visited any of the locations in the link below during the listed times, you do not need to self-quarantine but you should monitor for symptoms and get tested immediately if symptoms appear.
https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/conditions/infectious+diseases/covid-19/testing+and+tracing/contact+tracing
Testing for Covid-19
https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/conditions/infectious+diseases/covid-19/testing+and+tracing/testing+for+covid-19
People who have any of the symptoms below, even if mild, should get tested for COVID-19 as soon as symptoms appear:
- fever OR chills (with no alternative illness that explains these symptoms)
- cough
- sore throat
- runny nose
- shortness of breath
- loss of taste or smell
Call 000 (Triple Zero) in an emergency, such as difficulty breathing or chest pain.
Everyday Precautions
Practising good hygiene is the first step in preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
- Wash your hands often with soap and running water, for at least 20 seconds. Dry them with paper towel or a hand dryer. Alternatively use alcohol based hand sanitisers.
- Try not to touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow.
- Stay home if you’re unwell to avoid making others sick.
Physical Distancing
Physical distancing (or social distancing) means avoiding close contact and crowded places wherever you can. You should:
- keep at least 1.5 metres distance from others wherever and whenever possible
- avoid hugging and kissing
- swap handshakes for a wave
- turn face to face interactions into phone or video conference calls
- consider working from home
- pay using tap-and-go instead of cash.
Financial Impacts
If you have been financially impacted by COVID-19 it is important to contact your providers and creditors straight away by visiting their websites or giving them call to see what immediate assistance is available.
If you are feeling overwhelmed about your current financial situation and you would like to talk to someone, call the Affordable SA Helpline on 1800 025 539 to speak to a free Financial Counsellor. You can find a range of options here: https://affordablesa.com.au/programs/money-and-finances/financial-counselling-services