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Quit for Covid with Public Health Northamptonshire’s Stop Smoking Service
Public Health Northamptonshire is encouraging smokers to #QuitforCovid, not only to protect themselves but to reduce demand on NHS services.
12 May 2020
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Cancer and coronavirus
If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.
6 May 2020
Advice for parents during coronavirus
Advice for parents during coronavirus - what to do if your child is unwell or injured
Whilst it is extremely important to follow Government advice to stay at home during this period, it can be confusing to know what to do when your child is unwell or injured.
21 April 2020
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Remote consultations in general practice
For many people, it’s more convenient to be able to speak to their GP or other healthcare professionals remotely.
21 April 2020
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Continue to seek medical help for serious conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms.
15 April 2020
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Community pharmacy opening hours during the COVID-19 pandemic
The joint COVID-19 Northamptonshire Strategic Coordination Centre* has issued an update about pharmacy opening hours, including over the Easter weekend:
9 April 2020
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New COVID-19 clinics to help self-isolating patients access urgent medical advice
New temporary clinics are being set up around Northamptonshire to enable people with COVID-19 symptoms to be safely seen face-to-face by a GP or other healthcare professional.
9 April 2020
Dental tools
Accessing dental services in the East Midlands
An update from NHS England and NHS Improvement Midlands:
9 April 2020
Older lady leaving hospital with info pack
What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?
Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.
9 April 2020
Woman alone walking out of the door looking down
Planning care at the end of life
With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you have been identified as high risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19.
9 April 2020
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Request help and support - Coronavirus
How to request support from volunteers if you are self-isolating in Northamptonshire and need help.
2 April 2020
Young person using phone in waiting room
Coronavirus: Advice from other organisations
It can be hard to keep up with the constantly changing and evolving nature of guidance and help with coronavirus. Here are some links to different national organisations and their advice.
25 March 2020