Coronavirus Preparations
Coronavirus Precautions
We wish to reassure our residents, their families, our staff and suppliers that we are dealing with any suspected Coronavirus otbreak in accordance with published NHS Guidelines. This covers the potential identification and diagnosis of the virus in someone connected to one of our homes or support offices, as well as the process to be followed thereafter – isolation of the patient and the environmental deep cleaning of the home.
About Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a mild, upper respiratory tract infection, with or without fever, and a cough that can potentially develop into pneumonia, causing breathing difficulties. As with influenza, coronavirus can be more dangerous for vulnerable people such as the elderly and those with cancer, diabetes, chronic lung disease and other conditions that result in a weakened immune system. The virus is most often spread via close (up to six feet) person-to-person contact. Just like influenza and other respiratory illnesses, respiratory droplets from infected coughs or sneezes can land in the mouths or noses of those nearby or be inhaled into their lungs. Typically, with most respiratory viruses, people are thought to be at their most contagious when they appear ill with symptoms.
Further information
If you are suffering with any symptoms of the virus or been in contact with anyone who is, please call NHS 111 immediately for advice. The NHS/Gov.UK publishes the following guidelines for those who feel that they may be at risk:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/infection-prevention-and-control-in-adult-social-care-covid-19-supplement