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Sean Choolburra’s tips for keeping healthy, strong and connected

01 April 2020
COVID-19
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Watch Sean Choolburra’s video for some great tips on keeping healthy, strong and connected during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Watch Sean Choolburra’s video for some great tips on keeping healthy, strong and connected during the COVID-19 outbreak:

  • It’s important we stay connected with family, friends and community.
  • Call people for a yarn on the phone. 
  • Talk to the community and check if they are OK.
  • Talk about the virus and how to stop the spread. 
  • Connect to family and friends on social media.
  • Visit health.gov.au for the latest national medical advice.
  • Call your local Aboriginal Medical Service, or someone you trust in the community if you feel unwell.
  • Call the 24-hour National COVID-19 Hotline on 1800 020 080.
  • Visit niaa.gov.au for information about community closures. 
  • Information about all support available from the Australia Government in response to COVID-19 is available at australia.gov.au.