Key Headlines: 1. We encourage healthcare workers to download the NHS COVID-19 app to help the fight against coronavirus

2. We recommend that healthcare workers use the ‘pause’ contact tracing function on the app when they are in healthcare buildings including, hospitals and GP surgeries

3. Healthcare workers can still use some of the app’s functionality whilst the app contact tracing feature is paused, should they wish, like when checking in to canteens

Please note, this information relates only to antibody testing. Antibody testing is separate from weekly swab retesting and outbreak testing by PHE. It is vital we continue swab retesting of all staff and residents in care homes.

This post is a guide for healthcare professionals who coordinate home care and isolation for people who don’t need hospitalisation but are suspected or confirmed to suffer from COVID-19.

On 2nd July 2020, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) announced the reopening of the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) test centers. This will allow midwives and nurses from outside the EEA to take their tests safely as per COVID-19 requirements.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the world, it is natural to ponder how your workplace will be in the future. The uncertainty and turmoil that the pandemic has placed on us can make it difficult to maintain our mental health.

We are all aware that life is suddenly very different for everyone because of the coronavirus pandemic. CLDT support is only allowed for essential visits. Also, some homes are further restricting visits from outside. We understand that these restrictions disrupt people’s daily routines. We also recognise that this can have a significant impact on their health and wellbeing.

The UK government will issue up to 80% of the average monthly profits in grants to the self-employed. With this move, the government hopes to assist the self-employed cope with the adverse financial effects of the coronavirus outbreak.

Last night, the government announced that it is switching to the delay phase in its fight against the COVID19 pandemic. People with symptoms similar to that of COVID19 should stay at home (self-isolate).

The government has officially initiated the next part of the NHS campaign to hire thousands of nurses and other health professionals. The “We are the NHS” recruitment drive is expected to help recruit 50,000 more nurses as promised in the Conservative manifesto right before the December elections.