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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The coronavirus (COVID19) outbreak is having an impact on everyone’s daily lives, as the government and the NHS take necessary steps to manage the outbreak, reduce transmission and treat those who need medical attention.

It may be difficult, but by following guidance on social distancing, or staying at home, you are helping to protect yourself, your family, the NHS and your community.

To stop the spread of the virus remember Hands. Face. Space: wash your hands regularly, use a face covering when social distancing is not possible and try to keep your distance from those not in your household.

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You can find information about testing for COVID-19 and anti-body testing for both local people and staff here. 

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Blackburn with Darwen GPs mark the start of the road back to normality – with the launch of the Covid-19 vaccination programme >>
Dec 17, 2020, 2:05 PM
The first local vaccination services run by family doctors and their teams have opened in Blackburn with Darwen this week, as the roll out of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history continues.
British Islamic Medical Association recommends Covid-19 vaccine for eligible at-risk individuals in the Muslim community >>
Dec 17, 2020, 11:48 AM
The British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) has released its position statement on the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine.
Accrington centenarian Bessie Salmon celebrates receiving the Covid vaccine >>
Dec 17, 2020, 11:18 AM
Accrington resident, Bessie Salmon braved the wintery weather to visit the vaccination centre in Accrington to receive the covid vaccination today (17 December).  Bessie, who celebrated her 100th birthday in November was delighted to receive the vaccine from Michelle Haworth, Nurse from Peel House Medical Centre in Accrington.
A week of celebration as the Covid-19 vaccination programme begins in central Lancashire >>
Dec 17, 2020, 10:05 AM
Residents across central Lancashire have been answering the call to receive the Covid-19 vaccine since it began being administered in local GP surgeries this week.
Burnley GPs bring hope to Burnley residents – with the launch of the Covid vaccine programme >>
Dec 16, 2020, 2:33 PM
The first local vaccination services run by family doctors and their teams have opened in Burnley this week, as the roll out of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history gains further momentum.

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