COVID-19 UPDATE
Published on Monday, March 16, 2020 under News
COVID-19 Update 16/03/2020
The well-being of our Clients and Therapists is of utmost importance.
We want to reassure you in this constantly changing situation, that we are doing everything we can to protect our clients and therapists
We are actively monitoring updates from UK Government and the World Health Organisation and will continue to take measures to ensure we’re prioritising health and safety.
Please be reassured our Therapists are taking the necessary precautions to ensure our usual very high levels of hygiene standards are maintained throughout all areas of the clinic, including additional cleaning protocols and regular sanitation of all door handles and surfaces.
We kindly ask that to reduce the spread of the virus please wash your hands when you arrive at the clinic for your appointment.
and
If you have an appointment booked with us soon, or before making an appointment, please ask yourself the following questions
In the last 14 days;
- Do you have any flu-like symptoms, a fever or cough?
- Are you, or is anyone close to you, or anyone that you work with feeling unwell?
- Have you travelled abroad or to any location listed in Category 1 (below)?
If you answered yes
to any of the above, please call the clinic on 01224 433111 or reply to this email and we will happily reschedule your appointment.
We appreciate your help and understanding at this time. Thank you in advance, for your co-operation and supporting your small, local business.
Definition Team
Category 1: Travellers should self-isolate, even if asymptomatic, and use the 111 online coronavirus service to find out what to do next. Go home and then self isolate.
Category 2: Travellers do not need to undertake any special measures, but if they develop symptoms they should self-isolate and call NHS 111.
| Category 1 countries/areas | Category 2 countries/areas |
|---|---|
| Wuhan city and Hubei Province (China, see map) | Cambodia |
| Iran | China* |
| Daegu or Cheongdo (Republic of Korea, see map) | Hong Kong |
| Italy | Japan |
| Laos | |
| Macau | |
| Malaysia | |
| Myanmar | |
| Republic of Korea | |
| Singapore | |
| Taiwan | |
| Thailand | |
| Vietnam |
To try and reduce the spread of the virus;
* Wash your hands with soap and water often and for at least 20 seconds
* Wash your hands when you get home or arrive at work
* Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
* Cover your mouth with a tissue or your sleeve when you cough or sneeze
* Put used tissues in the bin straight away and wash your hands afterwards
* Try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell (1 metre has been suggested)
* Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean.
For more information please see https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response
