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Sacred Heart P.S, Rock, Dungannon

Coronavirus- COVID -19

16th Mar 2020

 

Coronavirus

We are provided with information from the Public Health Agency (PHA) with regard to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on a regular basis www.publichealth.hscni.net/news/covid-19-coronavirus

As a precautionary measure, we would like to share information about the virus and what to do to help prevent the spread of the infection.

The symptoms of Coronavirus are:

  • A cough
  • A high temperature / fever
  • Shortness of breath

However, these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness.

Simple steps to prevent the spread of the virus includes:

  • Washing hands often with soap and water for 20 secs.
  • Catch it, Bin it, Kill it - Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in a bin.

What to do if your child is unwell at home:

  • If your child is unwell at home and has any of the above symptoms, ie cough, temperature, fever, you are advised not to send them to school.  
  • Ring your GP or 111.
  • If you or your child are experiencing any of the COVID-19 symptoms, please stay at home and telephone the school.
  • If a pupil is tested for the virus, please telephone the school.

If a pupil is unwell at school:

  • The Parent / Guardian will be contacted immediately to collect their child.