• How to avoid catching and spreading coronavirus (social distancing)

  Everyone should do what they can to stop coronavirus spreading.

  Do

• wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds

• always wash your hands when you get home or into work

• use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available

• cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze

• put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards

• avoid close contact with people who have symptoms of coronavirus

• only travel on public transport if you need to

• work from home, if you can

• avoid social activities, such as going to pubs, restaurants, theatres and cinemas

• avoid events with large groups of people

• use phone, online services, or apps to contact your GP surgery or other NHS services

Don't

• do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean

• do not have visitors to your home, including friends and family

It is particularly important for people who:

• are 70 or over
• have a long-term condition
• are pregnant
• have a weakened immune system