Latest updates – including information regarding “rescue packs”

Posted on March 23rd, 2020

Inaccurate information is circulating regarding special ‘rescue packs’ for patients with pre-existing respiratory conditions. Viruses aren’t affected by antibiotics which are part of these packs so we are reviewing clinical need. We will contact patients where there is a clinical need determined. You do not need to contact us.

This is the latest advice for those in the High Risk/Vulnerable categories, you will be notified by letter in the next week if you are within these groups

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19

This is the latest general advice regarding those experiencing symptoms

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidance

There is also a revised easy to read guidance sheet for patients

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/874281/COVID-19_easy_read.pdf