While most people will suffer mild symptoms, coronavirus can make anyone seriously ill. But there are some people who are at higher risk, including those with weakened immune systems, severe lung conditions or the elderly.
If you do get seriously ill from COVID-19, there is a chance you will need to be taken to hospital. For those who need to go to hospital it can be a daunting experience, and it helps to be prepared and know what you should take with you.
Luckily, Dr Justin Varney, the National Strategic Advisor on Health and Work at Public Health England, took to Twitter to share what you should bring.
He said: “I had a really good question earlier this week about what to put in a hospital emergency admission bag on @bbcwm. “My