Guidance

MERS-CoV: public health investigation and management of possible cases

Algorithm on public health investigation and management of possible cases of MERS-CoV (Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus).

Published 14 July 2014
Last updated 7 August 2018 — see all updates

• From: Public Health England

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Investigation and public health management of possible cases of MERS-CoV: algorithm

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The incubation period for Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) is currently considered to be up to 14 days. Any respiratory illness occurring in the 14 days following last contact with a confirmed case of MERS-CoV is considered relevant.

Close contacts should self-isolate and alert their GP as soon as possible: where the close contacts are healthcare workers this should be their manager or occupational health service. Symptoms would include fever, cough, or any other respiratory symptoms.

Published 14 July 2014
Last updated 7 August 2018 + show all updates

1. 7 August 2018 Updated version (v31) of case algorithm. Minor changes from v 30 including formatting changes, and detail on camel exposures and co-infection.
2. 29 January 2018 Periodic update to respiratory disease management guidance
3. 30 June 2017 Updated version (v29) of case algorithm.
4. 24 January 2017 Updated version (v28) of case algorithm.
5. 9 June 2015 Updated version (v25) of case algorithm.
6. 21 April 2015 Updated version (v24) of case algorithm.
7. 17 November 2014 Updated algorithm.
8. 14 July 2014 First published.