COVID 19 Information and Advice

We have gathered some information for patients suffering from the affects of Covid19 in the long and short term.

PCR tests (sent to the laboratory) are no longer available for free. If you think you have covid symptoms you can request FREE LFT tests online or from your pharmacy. If you test positive you are advised to isolate until you have 2 negative tests in a row.

When to seek help – It is important to know when you need to get some help:  When Do I Need To Seek Help? | Your COVID Recovery

Looking after yourself – The NHS has developed some info on how to look after yourself: How to look after yourself at home if you have coronavirus (COVID-19) – NHS (www.nhs.uk)

The Covid Recovery App – It is designed to help individuals recover from the long term effects of coronavirus (COVID) and manage the effects both on their body and mind effectively, reducing the impact it has on their day-to-day life: Programme | Your COVID Recovery

NHS Wales Covid Recovery App – A Welsh Version of the Covid App: COVID Recovery | Healthhub

EPP Programme – If you are suffering from the affects of Long Covid you can self refer to the Education Patient Programme by emailing:  Jules.Horton@gavowales.org.uk

ABUHB Covid Support – Aneurin Bevan have put together some information on the local services available:  Recovering from COVID-19 – Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (nhs.wales)

Alternatively call the surgery for advice from our trained care Navigators