The North West Health and Hospital said Thursday there have been no cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) confirmed as yet in Mount Isa or surrounding areas.
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Queensland Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young said local health authorities are leaving no stone unturned in keeping the public safe from the virus.
"Our experienced team of experts have responded well to health emergencies in the past, and we will do it again," Dr Young said.
Dr Young said Queensland Health was planning the next phases of their response.
"This includes daily meetings with all local hospital and health services to coordinate and prepare for a range of scenarios," she said.
"Our focus is on providing clear information to stakeholders and community groups, well-resourced health facilities, ensuring appropriate equipment is in place and availability of medication."
She said people needed to practise good hygiene.
"Washing your hands properly and often means that you can help prevent viruses from entering your body," she said.
If you have been overseas in the last 14 days and feel unwell please call 13HEALTH, your GP or local hospital to arrange an assessment.
Calling ahead to the GP surgery or hospital to let them know your symptoms and travel history helps them prepare for your arrival.
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Derek Barry
Editor of the North West Star Mount Isa since January 2016. Prior to that, an editor at several regional southern Queensland newspapers. Passionate about telling local stories. Comes with a strange accent to due an Irish accident of birth.
Editor of the North West Star Mount Isa since January 2016. Prior to that, an editor at several regional southern Queensland newspapers. Passionate about telling local stories. Comes with a strange accent to due an Irish accident of birth.
