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

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

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Public health investigation and 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
• Updated: 9 June 2015

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• 9 June 2015 3:40pm: Updated version (v25) of case algorithm.
• 21 April 2015 6:08pm: Updated version (v24) of case algorithm.
• 17 November 2014 5:29pm: Updated algorithm.
• 14 July 2014 12:00am: First published.

• From: Public Health England
• Part of: Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV): clinical management and guidance