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.

Clinical guidance

Hospitals and general practice

Position statements

Mental health

Palliative care

Pharmaceutical

COVID-19 Medicines 

Molnupiravir (Lagevrio®)

Nirmatrelvir + ritonavir (Paxlovid®)

Remdesivir (Veklury®)

Last reviewed: 05-08-2024