Over East, and indeed around the world, there seems a resignation that at some point, there’s a good chance you could get COVID. There’s plenty you can do to get organised incase of that event. Keep in mind that it’s not just you that will be affected, but also your housemates, intimate partners and household family members may be deemed close contacts, but may not be unwell!
If you are feeling unwell, have any symptoms of COVID, please get tested. Here is a list of testing clinics near you https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/COVIDclinics
Here are some things to have at home that are recommended by various governments in other Australian states.
Face masks
Thermometer
Hand sanitiser or liquid hand soap
Disposable medical gloves
Pain relief - paracetamol or ibuprofen
Your regular medications for a week
Hydration options, especially for children (i.e. icypoles)
Rapid antigen tests
Activities for a week for yourself and household members
Household disinfectant or disinfectant wipes
Some healthy meals pre made/ frozen! Have you got a speciality chicken and veg soup that will make you feel better later? https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/asian-style-chicken-soup/cd776bc4-8eae-44e9-9265-2c9cfc998e88
Plan for your pets - ensure they have enough food, medications, and a way for them to exercise if you need to isolate.
Plan for someone who will be able to provide supplies to your door while isolating. Remember to ask for help!! People will be willing! They’ll need someone to help them at some point too!
Isolation can be mentally tough! Plan for a buddy system to check in on each other by phone, email, social media groups or text during times of need. Check out our resources on looking after your mental health! https://www.summitosteopathy.com.au/be-still-my-brain/be-still-my-brain
National Coronavirus Helpline
If you need information or advice on COVID-19, call the Australian Government's National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
HEALTH DIRECT SYMPTOM CHECKER
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-checker/tool/basic-details
HOW TO DO A RAPID ANTIGEN TEST AT HOME
How to do a rapid antigen test