In light of recent concerns in the community regarding coronavirus, we would like to remind people that the Australian Government Department of Health and NSW Health are the leading authorities for factual updates.

NSW Health has stated that the risk of infection in NSW is considered low. They have not listed any places in NSW that should be avoided and are currently putting procedures in place to prevent the spread of the disease.

If you have concerns about your health, or the health of a family member or friend in NSW, please contact:

• The Healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 for further advice.

• If English is not your main language and you need an interpreter, please call TIS National on 131 450 and ask to be transferred to Healthdirect.

Your GP or Hospital Emergency Department – if you are unwell, and have either travelled to an affected area or been in contact with a patient with coronavirus in the past 14 days, it is important to phone ahead so they can make appropriate preparations and protect others.

For dedicated coronavirus testing collection centre locations in NSW, please click here.

You can read more information, including in Mandarin, on the NSW Health website.