Torbay Covid Update Jan 21st 2021
Torbay Update
COVID-19 cases are not yet falling in Torbay, and cases are particularly high among working-age adults.
Facebook Live on January 26
We are running, with partners, a COVID-19 Facebook Live next Tuesday at 6pm.
The topics covered during the event will include what is happening locally around testing, vaccinations, schools, care homes and enforcement. There will be a panel of representatives from a range of local organisations including the NHS, Police and Torbay Community Development Trust.
Self-isolation and Staying at Home, what's the difference?
The national lockdown means that all residents in Torbay must stay at home, but how does this differ from self-isolation?
You, and your household, must self-isolate if you:
- have symptoms of COVID-19
- Are waiting for test results for you or a household member or a member of your support bubble
- have had a positive test for COVID-19
Stay at home vs Self isolation : The differences
The stay at home message applies to everyone. You should not leave your house, except to exercise or for some very specific reasons. You may go to work if you cannot reasonably work from home, and you may leave to shop for basic necessities, to attend education or childcare (read more to find out if you are eligible; Critical workers and vulnerable children who can access schools or educational settings – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)) or to seek medical assistance. If you leave home for a permitted reason, you should always stay local.
If you are asked to self-isolate, then you must not leave your home for any reason. It is a legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive or are told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace. You must not leave your home to work, get food or medicine or to exercise. There is support available, for practical things like shopping or a listening ear if you are worried or alone. Call 01803 446022 or go online at https://www.torbayhelphub.com/.
The differences between staying at home and self-isolation are crucial. Can you share these messages with your networks?
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