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Wuhan novel coronavirus and avian flu: PHE advice for travel to China

29/01/2020
Wuhan novel coronavirus and avian flu: PHE advice for travel to China

Statement from Public Health England on the novel coronavirus outbreak originating from Wuhan, China.

As of Tuesday 28 January 2020, there are currently no confirmed cases in the UK or of UK citizens abroad, and the risk to the public remains low.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) are advising against all travel to the Hubei Province and all but essential travel to mainland China. 

We have updated our guidance for individuals who have returned from Wuhan, China as follows:

If you have returned from Wuhan in the last 14 days:

  • stay indoors and avoid contact with other people as you would with other flu viruses
  • call NHS 111 to inform them of your recent travel to the city

Please read more here 

 

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