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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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Stay home this Easter and save lives >>
Apr 10, 2020, 8:40 AM
Health leaders urge residents in Lancashire and South Cumbria to stay home, protect the NHS and save lives this Easter bank holiday. With the long weekend ahead, and the weather improving, residents are urged to follow the national guidance in a collective effort to protect the NHS and save lives.
Free Microsoft Teams licences for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations working to support health and care in Lancashire and South Cumbria >>
Apr 9, 2020, 4:12 PM
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Microsoft has provided Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System with a number of Microsoft Teams licences free for six months.
Lancashire and South Cumbria GP practices open on Easter bank holidays >>
Apr 8, 2020, 6:09 PM
Local NHS health services will be open on the Easter bank holidays to help support those who need urgent health advice or care. GP practices are normally closed on bank holidays, but this year all practices will be open as usual on the Easter bank holidays – Good Friday (10 April) and Easter Monday (13 April). Pharmacies will also continue to be open over the bank holidays – people should contact them directly to check on their exact opening times.
Don’t cancel your cancer appointments because of COVID-19 >>
Apr 8, 2020, 10:03 AM
People in Lancashire and South Cumbria have been urged to attend vitally important cancer appointments if asked to by their GP.

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