COVID-19 (coronavirus)

COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2) – a highly contagious virus that affects the respiratory system. The virus can cause mild to serious illness, and even death.

• For more information, see the notifiable diseases page for COVID-19.
• Data: See the COVID-19 surveillance reports for de-identified summary information on notifications, hospitalisations and wastewater surveillance.
• Testing: The WA Department of Health no longer requires registration of positive RAT results. A GP/doctor's referral is now required for COVID-19 PCR testing throughout WA.
• Vaccines: See COVID-19 immunisation for the latest advice and updates about COVID-19 vaccines.
• Community: For community COVID-19 information and advice, visit HealthyWA.