Northumberland residents are being urged to remain Covid cautious…
Liz Morgan, Director of Public Health at Northumberland County Council, said: “We are still in the middle of a pandemic and we’re still seeing very high numbers of cases in our communities, largely amongst younger age groups, many of whom are unvaccinated either because they’re too young to have it or because they’ve only recently been offered it.
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Sensible and cautious approach needed as Covid cases remain high
Director of Public Health Liz Morgan said: “The more cautious we are and the slower we return to pre-covid behaviours, the more likely we are to minimise the peak and keep our businesses, services and economy running. So we all have a part to play in making this work and keeping our communities safe.”
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Covid-19 rapid testing kits available for collection in Cramlington
Residents without symptoms of Covid-19 can access rapid lateral flow tests (LFDs) for themselves and their families to use at home twice a week, in line with government guidance. Here are details of the collection dates and times.
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Region’s Directors of Public Health reassure people over vaccine
The region’s Directors of Public Health are reassuring people that they consider the AstraZeneca vaccine to be safe and effective. Here is their joint statement.
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Safety a priority at forthcoming elections
Preparations are well underway to enable the County, Town and Parish Councils and Police and Crime Commissioner elections to go ahead safely in a way which is COVID-secure for voters and staff including Northumberland County Council encouraging voters to register for postal voting.
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