Bullants Netball – COVID-19 Update

Dear Bullants families,

This morning we received a message/update from SCNA regarding their response to the changing circumstances regarding COVID-19 (copied in full below). Our club will follow their guidance on the appropriate way forward.

Until recommended otherwise, we will continue to train on Wednesday afternoons/evenings. However, we ask that all players/families:

1. do not attend training if you, or someone you have close contact with, are unwell, in particular showing cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever, coughing, running nose etc.;
2. do not attend training if you, or someone you have close contact with, have returned from overseas in the previous 2 weeks, even if feeling well;
3. practice good hygiene by washing your hands thoroughly and frequently, coughing/sneezing away from others and into a tissue, your elbow, your hands. Immediately wash you hands if you have coughed or sneezed into them.
4. We will be asking all players to wash their hands at the beginning and end of every training session.

We will continue to update our community as and when we get further information. In the meantime ensure you practice social distancing to mitigate the risk of contracting the disease. Stay well!

Bullants Committee

SCNA Message/Update:

Dear SCNA Netball Community,

We recognise that our community will be concerned about the impact of COVID-19 and will want to understand what we are doing about it. Set out below is the most recent guidance we have received from Netball ACT and Netball Australia regarding COVID-19.

Our position is that SCNA players should not attend any SCNA trials, training or games if:

they have any cold or flu-like  symptoms
or
they have returned from overseas within the last two weeks.

NOTE: After two weeks from overseas travel return, the player can resume playing if they are symptom free.

We will continue to update the community if there are any changes to competitions and programs. A decision will be made within the next two weeks regarding the commencement of weekend competition and our SCNA carnival in May.

Otherwise, for the time being, representative training, trials and other activities will continue as scheduled, although this may change subject to direction from Netball ACT and Netball Australia.

Guidance from Netball ACT and Netball Australia
Netball ACT and Netball Australia would like to reassure the netball community that we are monitoring the COVID-19 closely. Whilst the situation is constantly evolving the health and well-being of the netball community is paramount and the potential impact our the forefront of any decisions made.

What is COVID-19?
COVID-19 is the name of the disease that is caused by the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). This is a new virus recently identified in Wuhan, China. Currently there are seven types of Coronavirus that are known to infect humans, four of those commonly circulate in the community and generally result in minor illness such as the common cold. The remaining two are associated with significant illness being Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Virus (SARS).

How do I know if I am unwell with COVID-19?
The most common symptoms are fever, cough and shortness of breath. It can be difficult to tell the difference between COVID-19 and other common respiratory illness particularly in the early stages of illness. Individuals should consult with their doctor by calling ahead. The doctor can take a thorough history, including travel history, perform a physical exam and make a recommendation regarding testing for COVID-19.

How do I reduce my risk of getting COVID-19?
Hand hygiene remains the single best action individuals can take to reduce their risk of acquiring any respiratory or gastrointestinal tract infection. While COVID-19 is a global concern the number of cases of influenza globally far outweighs the number of COVID-19 as reported on the Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System (GISRS). Annual influenza vaccination remains an important infection prevention measure.

You should be vigilant with frequent hand washing using soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub. Make sure you adhere to ‘illness etiquette’. If you are coughing and sneezing, do so away from people into a tissue, your elbow or hands. If you cough or sneeze into your hands, make sure you wash your hands afterwards. Seek medical review early if you are feeling unwell.

See HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION  on COVID-19.