Health
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Update from Moorgate Vets
Although we are not yet working as normal we wanted to say a big thank you to all of those who have been understanding and respectful during the covid-19 pandemic We ask that clients always contact the practice by telephone in the first instance. If visiting the practice please carefully follow our teams guidance and signage.
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Corona Virus in Devon
New measures to contain and reduce cases of coronavirus in Devon and safeguard the health of local people have been revealed. They detail plans to provide a fast response to any future outbreaks of the virus across the county and help prevent it spreading. The plans involve close partnership working between local organisations like health, councils, police, schools and care homes alongside businesses and key industries such as tourism. And they will provide additional support for people who are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 such as the elderly, those with underlying health conditions, black and ethnic communities and those with learning difficulties and autism. The new measures are detailed in the…
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Current Government Advice on Covid-19
The government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy has been updated and to help control the virus the government says you must: stay at home as much as possible work from home if you can limit contact with other people keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible) wash your hands regularly Do not leave home if you or anyone in your household has symptoms. Latest Guidance Guidance for contacts of people with possible or confirmed coronavirus infection who do not live with the person Meeting people outside your household Guidance on Walking, cycling, and travelling in vehicles or on public transport Updated social distancing guidelines Accessing green spaces How to wear and…
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Mobile Covid-19 Testing in Newton Abbot
If you think you have symptoms of Covid-19 it is essential that you are tested as soon as possible to reduce the risk of the Coronavirus spreading. As part of the government’s expanding testing regime a mobile Testing Centre is currently operating from the Cattle Market car park in Newton Abbot from 10am – 4pm – until Tuesday (23 June). Full details about testing are on the government website and people can also apply for a test on the website. People who do not have internet access and think they should be tested can ring 119.
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Visiting Hospital?
From this week if you’re going into hospital as a patient or visitor you’ll need to wear a face covering This will help to keep hospitals in the #southwest safe from #coronavirus. Find out how to make a #FaceCovering here and help protect #Devonhttp://soc.devon.cc/ZpIAH #WeAreDevon
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From Devon County Council
Free School Meals Extended Children in England who are eligible for free school meals will receive a six-week food voucher to cover the summer holiday period, after a campaign by Manchester United and England footballer Marcus Rashford. A spokesman for the prime minister announced that all children eligible for free school meals during term time in England will continue to be provided for through a ‘COVID-19 Summer Food Fund’, estimated to be around £120 million. The decision will provide around 1.3 million children with meals throughout the summer holidays. If you are on a low income, you or your family may also be entitled to claim for free school meals. The criteria for free…
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Up to date news from Moorgate Veterinary Group
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Corona Virus Scams
Criminals are trying to get your money. To date 2378 reports have been made and £7million extorted. Watch out for Scam Messages Your bank, or other official organisations, won’t ask you to share personal information over email or text. If you receive an email you’re not quite sure about, forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service (SERS): report@phishing.gov.uk Shopping Online If you’re making a purchase from a company or person you don’t know and trust, carry out some research first, for example, by checking to see if others have used the site and what their experience was. If you decide to go ahead with the purchase, use a credit card…
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Police Update
Including….Information about Track and Trace Scams PCC pledges continued support to victims of crime during pandemic Launching her #ByYourSide campaign, Alison Hernandez underlined her commitment to support people to reach out for help and advice, and the ability to access essential services to help them recover from what has happened. The aim of the campaign is to remind people suffering with the effects of a crime past or present, such as abuse, violence or rape, that help is available across Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Operated by Victim Support, help can be accessed 24/7 online or via telephone, whether a crime has been committed or not. More on our…
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From Moreton and Chagford Dental Practices
Dear Patients, We hope you are all keeping safe and well during this difficult time. As you are aware Chagford and Moretonhampstead Dental Practices have been closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of you will have heard that we are now allowed to reopen and we have been busy working towards a strategy to do this in the quickest and safest way possible for both our patients and staff. As we are sure you are well aware, things at the practice may look a little different over the coming weeks but we want to assure all our patients, that we are working tirelessly to ensure your safety and that…