Dudley Council coronavirus updates - 5 February 2021

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The single most important action we can all take is to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

Play your part - protect Dudley borough. 

To limit the spread of the virus, follow all government guidance and local restrictions. Keep up to date with the latest local data.

Some Dudley borough residents who have tested positive for Covid-19 have displayed other symptoms. If you are displaying these other symptoms, we’re advising residents to get tested as a precaution.

Covid-19 vaccine safety

The vaccine is safe and effective. It gives you the best protection against coronavirus. Find out more about the vaccine and its safety

Self-isolating? Look after yourself 

If you are at home self-isolating with COVID-19, here is some helpful advice on how to look after yourself and manage your symptoms 

Essential travel

Shopping is an essential reason to leave your house, but try and reduce your trips where you can.The more trips you make put both you, and those you love, at a greater risk of catching the virus. Do your bit – say at home and protect the NHS

Financial support

You may be worried about the financial impact Covid-19 has had on you and your family. We have a variety of information available on the test and trace isolation payment, welfare grants available, housing, financial support services

We’re supporting Safer Internet Day on 9 February - helping everyone to stay safe online. If you're a parent or carer there are resources available to help talk to your children.

Join the conversation using #SaferInternetDay

Raising money for online learning

Halesowen BID are looking to raise £5000 to purchase necessary equipment so young people can continue their education and join online lessons

Pledge here

Crystal Leisure Centre refurbishment

Work has started this week on improvements to the changing rooms and swimming pools at Crystal Leisure Centre