With the coronavirus outbreak, Accident and Emergency services have reported an almost 50% drop in attendance.
This is because members of the public may be concerned about the infection or do not wish to burden the NHS, often at their own detriment.
The public are advised to exercise caution however, the Accident and Emergency Services are prepared and well equipped to operate during this time. They have set up separate areas to treat all patients.
For guidelines, please view the following videos released by the NHS
Dr Bryan Gill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs1t5qEG-JI
BSL sign language version – https://youtu.be/WmgAZnMLPBs
Dr James Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjKlb6cN2f0
BSL sign language version – https://youtu.be/erstIL8xdyk
If you experience any of the following:
Suspected stroke / severe chest pain / severe abdominal pain / severe bleeding / Serious injury / chocking / blackout
you should contact 999.
You must also contact your GP if you suspect any cancer symptoms.
For more information, visit
- When to call 999
http://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care/when-to-call-999/ - Coronavirus updates
www.nhs.uk/coronavirus
stayingwellhub.com 