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How To Deal With
Coronavirus / Covid-19
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ASK Healthcare is keeping fully up to date of developments relating to the continued spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) across the UK and Ireland. We are routinely monitoring developments, reviewing our protocols, and preparing appropriate responses as the situation evolves. ASK Healthcare is committed to ensuring all steps are taken to protect the health and wellbeing of all our colleagues and customers.
Just as we have done previously in preparation for and during virus outbreaks, ASK Healthcare continues to work closely with Health Authorities and Care Regulators in order to protect colleagues and customers and maintain service delivery. ASK Healthcare is keeping their Business Continuity Plans under review in preparation for a possible escalation of the outbreak.
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness.
The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by washing your hands or using an alcohol based rub frequently and not touching your face.
The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes, so it’s important that you also practice respiratory etiquette (for example, by coughing into a flexed elbow).
At this time, there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID-19. However, there are many ongoing clinical trials evaluating potential treatments. WHO will continue to provide updated information as soon as clinical findings become available.
Advice & Prevention
There has been a number of cases reported in the UK and this number is steadily rising. However, as with any other virus, the best way to prevent infection and spread is to avoid being exposed to it. You can help to prevent the spread of any respiratory outbreak by doing the following:
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Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
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Always wash your hands when you get home or into work
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Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
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Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the bin straight away, or sneeze into the bend of your elbow, then wash your hands.
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Avoid close contact with persons who have respiratory illness symptoms.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
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Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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If you are unwell, stay at home and contact the 111 Coronavirus helpline (valid in all countries of the UK)
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If you are asked to self-isolate please follow the NHS Advice
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If a member of staff has a positive confirmed diagnosis of Coronavirus, ASK Healthcare office will prepare a list of all customers and staff the affected person has been in contact with for at least the preceding 14 days and report this to the 111 Coronavirus helpline.
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Travel
For those who need to travel or are planning to travel during this period, then please stay current with COVID-19 developments and travel advice found at the Gov.uk website. Exercise caution while travelling, practice the above prevention points.
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Useful links for further up to date information
For the most up-to-date information you can visit The Department of Health and Social Care or see the below links for various official sources.
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World Health Organisation
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For comprehensive information about COVID-19, please visit:
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Easy read downloads on government rule to stay at home and self-isolating
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As epidemics/pandemics can change quickly and unpredictably, it will be important to stay updated on the latest ASK Healthcare information regarding COVID-19. It is our intent to not overload you with information, but we will make regular updates as and when necessary.