New Zealanders going into self-isolation due to concerns over the novel coronavirus have been told they should register with Healthline so they can get regular checks on their welfare. More than 1850 New Zealanders have registered as being in self-isolation due to concerns over the Covid-19 acute respiratory disease. GETTY IMAGES A Chinese couple wear plastic coats and protective masks as they shop for groceries at a supermarket in Beijing, China. He said people in self-isolation were taking it seriously and following the guidelines on the Health Ministry's website. RNZ Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield and Andrew Slater, the CEO of National Telehealth Service.

Source: Stuff February 12, 2020 04:07 UTC