COVID-19 UPDATE 29th SEPTEMBER 2021

Please note that in accordance with the latest UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Precautions for clinical settings, face masks are still required to be worn whilst undergoing a medical examination. Social distancing will continue to be observed, whilst apron and gloves will also be worn for clinical contact <2m. You will also be asked to complete and return a form confirming you are not experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19 the day prior to your medical examination.

The UKHSA COVID-19: guidance for maintaining services within health and care settings – infection prevention and control recommendations can be found here https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-infection-prevention-and-control/covid-19-guidance-for-maintaining-services-within-health-and-care-settings-infection-prevention-and-control-recommendations#occupational-health-and-staff-deployment