COVID-19 information about how to protect your health
This is an Easy Read fact sheet on how to protect your health and stay safe around COVID-19.
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The NSW Government wrote this guide.
When you see the word ‘we’, it means the NSW Government.
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We wrote this guide in an easy to read way.
We use pictures to explain some ideas.
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We have written some words in bold.
This means the letters are thicker and darker.
We explain what these words mean.
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You can ask for help to read this guide.
A friend, family member or support person may be able to help you.
Face masks
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Wearing a face mask is a good way to protect yourself from COVID-19.
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You may be asked to wear a face mask when you:
- go to hospital
- see a doctor
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- go to an aged care home – a place where older people live.
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It’s a good idea to wear a face mask when you’re in a public indoor space, or somewhere that’s crowded.
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You should carry a face mask with you just in case you need to wear it.
Washing your hands
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You should wash your hands:
- with soap and water
- for at least 20 seconds.
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If you can't wash your hands, you can use hand sanitiser.
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You should bring hand sanitiser with you when you leave your home.
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Always wash your hands:
- before you eat
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- when you come home.
Safety at home
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There are services you can contact if you:
- don’t feel safe at home
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- experience family and domestic violence.
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Family and domestic violence is when you are hurt by someone close to you, such as:
- your boyfriend, girlfriend or partner
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- your husband, wife or spouse
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- a member of your family
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- someone who takes care of you.
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You can call our Domestic Violence Helpline.
1800 65 64 63
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You can call the Service NSW COVID-19 Helpline.
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You can see more advice on how to stay safe and prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, on our website at www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19.
