Covid-19 Update

Corona Virus (COVID-19) Update Please Read Below:

 

Before Booking an Appointment:

 

Please do not book an appointment or attend the clinic for any reason if you have any of the following:

 

1) Symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19)

The most important symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are the recent onset of any of the following:

• a new continuous cough

• a high temperature

• a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of taste or smell (anosmia)

         2) Patients that have symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or any related illness WILL be asked to reschedule or NOT book an appointment. 

 

Who is ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ (Sheilding)?

Expert doctors in England have identified specific medical conditions that, based on what we know about the virus so far, place someone at greatest risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

Clinically extremely vulnerable people may include the following people. Disease severity, history or treatment levels will also affect who is in this group.

• Solid organ transplant recipients.

• People with specific cancers:

  • people with cancer who are undergoing active chemotherapy

  • people with lung cancer who are undergoing radical radiotherapy

  • people with cancers of the blood or bone marrow such as leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma who are at any stage of treatment

  • people having immunotherapy or other continuing antibody treatments for cancer

  • people having other targeted cancer treatments which can affect the immune system, such as protein kinase inhibitors or PARP inhibitors

  • people who have had bone marrow or stem cell transplants in the last 6 months, or who are still taking immunosuppression drugs

• People with severe respiratory conditions including all cystic fibrosis, severe asthma and severe chronic obstructive pulmonary (COPD).

• People with rare diseases that significantly increase the risk of infections (such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), homozygous sickle cell).

• People on immunosuppression therapies sufficient to significantly increase the risk of infection.

• Women who are pregnant with significant heart disease, congenital or acquired.

People in this group should have been contacted to tell them they are clinically extremely vulnerable.

If you’re still concerned, you should discuss your concerns with your GP or hospital clinician.

Health & Safety, Cleaning & Disinfecting Modifications

 

While efforts to contain COVID-19 continue to evolve, Foot Right will be taking the following STRICT RULES and steps to reduce transmission:

Health and Safety Guidelines for Infection Control and Hygiene:

 

Your Practitioner will wear the following:

- Disposable latex or vinyl gloves throughout the treatment (changed after each patient).

- A face mask at all times 

Face masks for Clients are no longer compulsory but you're welcome to wear one if you choose.

 

Other Steps to Stay Healthy:

 

• Wash your hands regularly throughout the day with warm water with soap for at least 20 seconds. 

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. 

• Clean frequently touched items e.g. doorknobs, countertops, keyboards, phones - especially your mobile phone! 

• Cover your cough and sneezes with the inside of your elbow, or better still a tissue/ handkerchief.

• Boost your immune system by getting adequate sleep (Adults: 7-9 hours; children need more).

• Minimise stress; TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

• Perform moderate regular exercise (especially in the outdoor fresh air)

• Maintain a healthy diet.

 

Small Steps Everyday