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Lydia Stephens

What you should do as government says 'non-essential contact' should stop

Everyone in the UK has been told to stop all non-essential contact with others as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continues to increase.

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Wales as of Tuesday, March 17 at 3.20pm is 136, and the figure across the UK stands at 1,950.

On Monday evening, Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out the need for "drastic action" to tackle the "fast growth" of coronavirus, this included advising people to work from home where possible.

HSBC on Cardiff Queen Street is closed due to a suspected coronavirus case (WalesOnline/Rob Browne)

Social distancing measures have been implemented as a result, and those who have symptoms are being advised to self isolate along with other members of their household for 14 days.

We have listed the Government's official advice for what you are being advised not to do, what you cannot do and what you can do to minimise your risk of the virus and spreading it amongst others.

This was last updated at 4.20pm on Tuesday, March 17.

What you are being advised not to do

  • Gather in large crowds and crowded places
  • Go to clubs, pubs and theatres
  • If you are in a vulnerable category
  • Use public transport - if essential, vary daily commute in order to avoid peak travel times
  • Gathering with friends and family
  • Touch your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
  • Have close contact with people who have symptoms
  • Have friends and family to your house

What you should not do

Cardiff Bus cleans the inside of the buses as they stop on Wood Street (WalesOnline/Rob Browne)

What you can do

  • Work from home if possible
  • Use telephone of online services to contact your GP or other essential services
  • Keep in touch with people using the phone, Internet and social media
  • Wash your hands more often - with soap and water
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the bin and wash your hands
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces in the home
  • Self-isolate at home for seven days if you develop any symptoms of Covid-19 - high temperature and or new and continuous cough
  • Look after your mental wellbeing by looking for exercises you can do at home, eat healthy, open windows to let in fresh air and spend time doing things you enjoy
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