An Incident Management Team (IMT) has been convened after an increase of Covid-19 cases in Denbighshire.
The IMT will
manage the situation and comprises of Denbighshire County Council, Public
Health Wales and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Chair of the
IMT, Nicola Stubbins, said: “We have been working together to investigate an
increased number of linked Covid-19 cases in the county.
“We are aware
Covid-19 is still circulating in North Wales and we would like to reassure
residents we are working to reduce any further spread.
“This includes
additional testing being on offer in the county over the coming days as well as
an enhanced Test, Trace and Protect process.
“You can now
go for a free Covid-19 test if you have a wider range of symptoms which include
flu-like symptoms, not caused by a known condition, muscle ache or pain,
excessive tiredness, persistent headache, runny nose or blocked nose,
persistent sneezing, sore throat and/or hoarseness, shortness of breath or
wheezing and generally feeling unwell.
“Anyone who
develops Covid-19 symptoms should book a PCR test at a test centre immediately
and following a positive result, residents should self-isolate and share all
relevant information with TTP tracers and advisors.
“We are also
reminding those eligible and not showing symptoms to undertake regular lateral
flow tests at home, which are free and can be ordered online for home delivery.
“This will
help stop the spread of the virus and keep cases down.
“We are
reminding the public they have a vital role in preventing the spread of
Coronavirus and for them to remain vigilant and act cautiously. They can do
this by adhering to Welsh Government regulations and by observing social
distancing guidelines – that’s staying two metres away from others – and
washing hands regularly.
“We are really
grateful for the co-operation of our communities at this time.”
Book a PCR
test at www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test
order a lateral flow test at www.gov.uk/order-coronavirus-rapid-lateral-flow-tests
Current Welsh
Government guidance states you must:
* Follow social
distancing rules with people you do not live with or who are not in your
exclusive extended household
* Wear a face
covering (if you are able to) in all indoor public places
* Only form an
extended household with no more than two other households and they should stay
the same
* Not meet with
anyone other than your extended household indoors
* Not meet with
more than five other people in indoor regulated settings, such as cafes,
restaurants and pubs
* Meet no more
than 29 other people outdoors while maintaining social distancing
* Work from home
if you can
* Minimise
travel to areas of high prevalence
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