BASO Statement on Covid-19
Dear Colleagues,
We are all working in incredibly challenging circumstances. The
global landscape has changed in such a short space of time with the
stark reality of the Coronavirus COVID-19 crisis. As healthcare
workers, we shall all be facing significant challenges in the weeks
and months ahead.
As doctors we all have general responsibilities in relation to
COVID-19 and for these we should seek out and act upon national and
local guidelines. These are constantly evolving, and we should
adhere to the latest advice available (which may change from the
information posted here). Guidance from NHSI/E and
PHE is being frequently updated as the national
caseload and required response in evolving. Your Trust will have an
Incident Management Team in place and will have plans on what
activity continues in light of pressure on services and staffing.
Please consult with your local management team.We would encourage
you to visit
www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19 for the
latest information on COVID-19, to find out what the symptoms are
and how to help prevent the spread.
Personal Protective Equipment and COVID-19
If you are unable to access the appropriate PPE, please report
this:
• Individually:
to
the Royal College of Physicians Data from this link is taken
off on a daily basis.
• For organisations:
to report supply disruption please use the helpline on 0800 915
9964 or email: supplydisruptionservice@nhsbsa.nhs.uk.
These are being answered 24/7 & emails will be answered within
one hour
*Advice is correct at posted date, but this may
change in the future*
Best Wishes,
BASO~ACS Council