Specialists tracking down people who have been in contact with Calderdale's coronavirus patient

Specialists from Public Health England (PHE) are working with Calderdale Council and NHS colleagues following a confirmed case of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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PHE has confirmed that a resident of Calderdale has tested positively for COVID-19.

As of 2pm today there were 590 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, with one in Calderdale.

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Dr Andrew Furber,Centre Directorfor Public Health England Yorkshire and Humber,Dr Andrew Furber,Centre Directorfor Public Health England Yorkshire and Humber,
Dr Andrew Furber,Centre Directorfor Public Health England Yorkshire and Humber,
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Dr Andrew Furber, Centre Director for Public Health England Yorkshire and Humber, said: “Public Health England is contacting people who had close contact with the latest confirmed case of COVID-19.

"Close contacts will be given health advice about symptoms and emergency contact details to use if they become unwell in the 14 days after contact with the confirmed case.

“This tried and tested method will ensure we are able to minimise any risk to them and the wider public.”

People are advised to follow national Government guidance to prevent further spread of the illness and limit the numbers affected.

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This guidance includes taking basic hygiene precautions as the best way of significantly reducing the chances of spreading any virus: sneeze or cough into a tissue, bin it, wash your hands frequently and don’t touch your face unless you’ve just washed your hands.

Current evidence indicates that most cases appear to be mild, with patients experiencing flu-like symptoms. Older residents or those with weakened immune systems or long-term conditions may experience more severe symptoms.