Parish Council - Suffolk
You must get tested within 5 days of first experiencing Covid-19 symptoms. If you have difficulty getting a test on Day 1, or the location or time offered are not convenient, be patient and try again a few hours later or the next day. More tests are made available throughout the day at www.nhs.uk or by calling NHS 119.
As soon as you experience Covid-19 symptoms you must book a test within 5 days and self-isolate. This means that you and anyone you live with must stay at home until you get your result. Anyone in your support bubble must also stay at home.
For those with symptoms of Covid-19, there are three ways to get tested:
Via www.nhs.uk or calling NHS 119, book an appointment at the Regional Testing Site at Copdock, near Ipswich
Via www.nhs.uk or calling NHS 119, book an appointment at a Mobile Testing Unit, there are a number of sites across Suffolk which can be found at www.suffolk.gov.uk/testing
Request a Home Testing Kit, delivered to your home
If you have difficulty getting a test on Day 1 of having Covid-19 symptoms, or the location or time are not convenient, be patient and try again a few hours later or the next day. You must get tested in within 5 days of first experiencing Covid-19 symptoms. More tests are made available throughout the day at www.nhs.uk or by calling NHS 119.
Public Health Suffolk is currently working with partners and the Suffolk Health Protection Board to explore how we can increase testing capacity, particularly for key workers.
Yes. Only people with pre-booked appointments will be accepted at the Regional Testing Centre or a Mobile Testing Unit. However, if you have requested a Home Testing Kit, this will be delivered to your nominated address for you to complete at home.
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Covid 19 Test Unit and Mobile Test Unit (MTU) details with rota dates for Framlingham and local area can be found on this link: - https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-19-testing-in-suffolk
Easton Parish Council has an Emergency Plan in place for Easton, the Emergency Officer that co-odinates this is Cllr Bob Gibbon. Helpline cards have been sent to every address in Easton, it gives the Emergency Plan telephone number which reaches Cllr Bob Gibbon directly, a member from the volunteer team is notified to make contact, this member is likely to be someone in your street or part of the village.
The Parish Council and Church elders are working together to reach out to the Community to give support at this very difficult time. May everyone keep well and stay safe.
Cllr Sue Piggott, Chair Easton Parish Council
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