This information was last updated on 17 February 2021.
Shielding extended to 31 March
New group of people identified as clinically extremely vulnerable
If you receive a letter to say you are part of this new group of shielded patients, please follow the shielding advice. Learn more about shielding here.
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Your COVID Recovery will help you to come to terms with how your body and mind may have suffered because of this virus. It provides help and information for those recovering, as well as advice for your family and friends. Please click here to find out more about Your COVID Recovery.
If you have a medical condition which makes you extremely vulnerable to coronavirus (COVID-19), you may be eligible for shielding support. Shielding is a measure to protect people who are clinically extremely vulnerable by reducing interaction with others.
If you are keen to help here are some simple things you can do to make a difference:
Doctors of the World, in partnership with the British Red Cross, Migrant Help and Clear Voice, have produced advice on Coronavirus (COVID-19) in 60 languages.
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