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Covid-19 guidance (updated December 2022)

As we progress through the winter season you are more likely to experience symptoms of covid-19 and flu. What should you do? Read below for the latest NHS guidance.
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Get Involved! Healthwatch Richmond Trustees

Could you help us to make health or social care better for our community? Our role is exciting and our success is built on the support that our Trustees give us to ensure that we're working effectively.

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Polio booster campaign for children aged 1 to 9

Following the identification of type 2 polio virus in sewage samples from north London, all children aged 1 to 9 years in London need to have a dose of polio vaccine now.
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Championing what matters to you: Annual Report 2021/22

"Throughout, our overriding concern was to maintain our effectiveness in serving the interests of Richmond residents, patients and service users." - John Anderson, Chair, Healthwatch Richmond. Read the report here
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What to do if you experience symptoms of COVID-19

Free universal testing from the NHS has ended. If you experience symptoms of Covid-19, what should you do? Read here to find out how to keep others safe and reduce the spread.
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Covid-19 vaccination for children 5-11

The NHS is now offering Covid-19 vaccination for children aged 5 to 11. Why should children take the vaccine? What vaccine will they be offered? Read to find out more.
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COVID-19 vaccination. What can you get?

How many doses of vaccine should you have? How many booster doses? Read this guide to find out what kind of Covid-19 jab you are eligible for.
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Coronavirus: a teenager's guide

If you're a young person and you're concerned about the spread of coronavirus amongst kids and teens, below are some resources and information for you.
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