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).
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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.
Last updated 7 August 2018 + show all updates
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Updated version (v31) of case algorithm. Minor changes from v 30 including formatting changes, and detail on camel exposures and co-infection.
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Periodic update to respiratory disease management guidance
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Updated version (v29) of case algorithm.
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Updated version (v28) of case algorithm.
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Updated version (v25) of case algorithm.
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Updated version (v24) of case algorithm.
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Updated algorithm.
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First published.