Latest Coronavirus News 24 March 2020

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STAY AT HOME – Latest UK Govt advice 24 March 2020

NHS – Stay at home to stop the spread of coronavirus

New NHS24 arrangements for coronavirus

NHS Lothian coronavirus guidance

NHS Lothian suspends visiting to help protect patients and staff

Enhanced role for Community Pharmacists

Coronavirus guidance for parents and families

East Lothian’s coastal car parks and children’s play areas are to close temporarily with IMMEDIATE effect.

East Lothian’s recycling centres close but waste & recycling uplifts return to normal

Beware of People Exploiting Those Trying To Protect Themselves

During this period of uncertainty regarding Covid-19, it has become apparent to Neighbourhood Watch Scotland that there are some people who are taking advantage of the situation and are targeting the most vulnerable. Although we appreciate the concern that is being caused by the outbreak, please continue to be cautious when dealing with callers at the door, unwanted phones calls and emails.

If everyone can tell 2 people about the following recent developments in their next phone conversation with a friend or neighbour, the message will soon reach all corners of the community.

This is a worldwide pandemic and no legitimate organisation will contact you out of the blue and ask for payment for information or access to treatment which does not exist. We are hearing reports of emails and phone calls asking for donations to help those in need during this time, or offering miracle cures, and door to door campaigns offering testing. Also, please be aware that the Red Cross are NOT doing door to door testing as has been suggested in some areas. Continue reading “Beware of People Exploiting Those Trying To Protect Themselves”