NHS Western Isles reveals seven more Covid-19 cases linked to Uist outbreak

That takes the number of people associated to the cluster in South Uist who have tested positive for Covid-19 to 31.
By Kevin McRoberts
Published 2nd Oct 2020, 08:28 BST
The number of cases associated with the South Uist outbreak is now 31.The number of cases associated with the South Uist outbreak is now 31.
The number of cases associated with the South Uist outbreak is now 31.

The latest increase in positive cases was announced last night (Thursday, October 1) by NHS Western Isles chief executive Gordon Jamieson, who urged everyone to play their part in helping to stop the spread of the virus.

In a video statement on social media, Mr Jamieson expressed his disappointment at the further rise in positive cases, and said: “I think it goes without saying that everyone knows now what we need to do as individuals to contain and suppress this outbreak and the virus.

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“Please, given tonight’s position, can I ask you to re-double your efforts in terms of the steps you personally can take to increase your own vigilance, and please keep contact with other to an absolute minimum.”

Gordon Jamieson, chief executive of NHS Western Isles, has called on everyone to re-double their efforts to help contain and suppress the virus.Gordon Jamieson, chief executive of NHS Western Isles, has called on everyone to re-double their efforts to help contain and suppress the virus.
Gordon Jamieson, chief executive of NHS Western Isles, has called on everyone to re-double their efforts to help contain and suppress the virus.

The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are:

• A high temperature (37.8C of greater)

• And/or a new and continuous cough

• And/or a loss or change in your sense of smell and/or taste.

If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, you and your household should should immediately self isolate and book a test. To access testing in the Western Isles, contact the Covid-19 Response Team on 01851 601151 or email [email protected] The phoneline will be staffed from 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, with an answering machine available outwith those hours.

Alternatively you can complete the online Covid-19 Testing Programme Referral Form (NHS Western Isles)

FACTS

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F – Face coverings. These should be used in shops and on public transport (buses, trains and taxis)

A – Avoid crowded places.

C – Clean your hands frequently, using water & soap whenever possible.

T – Two metres – observe physical distancing.

S – Self-isolate and book a test if you are suffering from COVID-19 symptoms.

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