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Bedford Borough has had over 10,000 positive cases of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic.
According to Government data, there have now been 10,749 positive cases of COVID-19 in Bedford Borough, which equates to around 1 in 16 people having tested positive for the virus.
The new variant of COVID-19 is spreading fast and it’s been estimated that one in three people who have the virus do not display any symptoms.
That is why it’s important that everyone acts like they’ve got it. Only leave your home for the permitted reasons including work if you cannot work from home, buying essentials or seeking medical attention, or for your daily exercise. If you are going out, remember to wash your hands regularly, wear a face covering, and make space by keeping at least 2m from others.
If you develop any symptoms of COVID-19- a high temperature, a new continuous cough, or a loss/change to your sense of smell or taste, self-isolate immediately and book a test.
You should self-isolate if:
- you have any symptoms of COVID-19 (a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste)
- you have had a positive test for COVID-19
- you live with someone who has symptoms or tested positive
- you're told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace, the NHS COVID-19 app, your workplace or education setting, or the Local Contact Tracing Team
It’s really important that you self-isolate when instructed to, and for the full amount of time.
If you are self-isolating there is support available to help people on low income who cannot work from home and will lose income. Support may be available to you whether you have never claimed benefits before, or if your current benefits are no longer enough. There is information about this support on the Council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/covid19
The planned installation of a new footbridge at Manton Lane, which was delayed due to an outbreak of COVID-19 at a sub-contractor’s facility, is taking place this weekend.
There have been works ongoing at Manton Lane, with the road widened and traffic signals installed which will make the road safer, and help ease traffic at this well-known traffic hotspot.
The footbridge installation will take place between 18:00 on Friday 22 January and 06:00 on Monday 25 January. The road will be closed throughout these works and a signed diversion will be in place via Brickhill Drive, Kimbolton Road, Tavistock Street and Clapham Road. Once installed the bridge will undergo a final safety inspection before being opened to the public.
Due to the disruption this closure will cause to local bus services, with three stops unable to be served by the number 6 bus, the Council will be providing a free hourly return shuttle bus service between the Manton Lane junction with Turner Way and the Bus Station (Bay L). This will run from 9.00 to 18.30 on the Saturday and 10.00 to 17.30 on the Sunday.
Every Mind Matters provides simple NHS-approved tips and advice to help you take better care of your mental health.
The campaign encourages people to get a free NHS-approved Mind Plan from the Every Mind Matters website.
By answering five simple questions, adults will get a personalised action plan with practical tips to help them deal with stress and anxiety, boost their mood, sleep better and feel more in control.
Meanwhile, the Every Mind Matters COVID-19 hub also includes practical tips and support on how adults can deal with uncertainty, how to cope with money and job worries and how to look after both their own and their family’s mental wellbeing while staying at home.
The campaign is supported by a coalition of leading mental health charities, including Mind, Samaritans, Young Minds and Rethink. Click here to visit the website.
If you are finding that you are struggling and it is affecting your daily life, please speak to your GP or you can self-refer via nhs.uk/talk.
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