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Status Update 11th April: STEP 2 LOCKDOWN EASING on 12th April
Status Update 11th April: STEP 2 LOCKDOWN EASING on 12th April
These past few months have been tough and many of us have felt very lonely, socially isolated and missing our loved ones.
Ludlow Businesses are opening up again tomorrow and welcoming customers and many of us want to support these business to get back on their feet and for the town to look forwards to a brighter future post lockdown.
We would recommend the Ludlow Guide for a list of local businesses.
While we’re desperate for some sort of normality to resume, lots of people are still anxious about a post-COVID future.
The important thing of course is to take things at your own pace and speak to your friends and family about how your feeling, it is normal to feel anxious about the next steps.
It is important we take things slowly and continue to take precautions, wash hands, meet friends outdoors and continue to wear facemasks.
In order to reassure you a little we do want to share with you that the data is looking excellent in Ludlow as well as the entire country.
DATA FOR COVID CASES IS LOW
As you can see from the photos shared the rate in Ludlow currently is of 0-2 cases in the last week and our rate per 100,000 is practically zero.
In the second photo shared you can see that most areas in the UK are currently experiencing rates of less than 50 cases per 100,000 population. In Shropshire the rate is 11.8 per 100,000 which is extremely low.
VACCINATION RATES ARE EXCELLENT
Vaccination rates in Shrophire for the over 50s are also excellent. The statistics at the moment for Portcullis Practice are as follows.
Priority One Patients (Nursing and Residential Homes and Staff)
100% uptake for 1st dose, 50% completed for 2nd dose
Priority Two Patients >80 year olds
98% uptake for 1st dose, 2% declined
Priority Three Patients >75 year olds
99% uptake for 1st dose, 1% declined
Priority Four Patients >70 year olds plus all shielded patients 18-69 year old
98% uptake for 1st dose, 2% declined
Priority Five Patients >65 year olds
97% uptake for 1st dose, 2% declined
Priority Six Patients All patients 18-69 years old with a medical condition
93% uptake for 1st dose, 6% declined
Priority Seven Patients >60 year olds
93% uptake for 1st dose, 7% declined
Priority Eight Patients >55 year olds
91% uptake for 1st dose, 1% declined
Priority Nine Patients >50 year olds
90% uptake for 1st dose, 1% declined
We would like to thank our patients for your trust in the vaccination program as your acceptance rates have been truly exceptional.
HOW CAN YOU GET HELP IF YOU ARE HAVING SOCIAL ANXIETY?
Now, more than ever, your mental wellbeing is a top priority.
We would just like to remind you that we have a range of services available to you at Portcullis to help you if you are struggling.
Counsellors
You can book a telephone appointment with our counsellors Mary and Siri. There is no need to see a doctor or clinician beforehand. Simply call reception and ask for an appointment with a counsellor.
Care Coordinator
You can book a telephone appointment with Judith our care coordinator to discuss any issues regarding care and social care you may have.
Social Prescriber and Motivational Coach
Katie Hanson is our Social Prescribing Advisor and she can support you to improve your health and wellbeing. She will spend time listening to your main concerns and help you to connect with further support, groups and activities that can help support you with your goals.
For more information about mental health resources visit our website
Opening Times
- Monday
08:30am to 06:00pm
6-8pm Pre-booked appointments only.Call 111 for advice OOH - Tuesday
08:30am to 06:00pm
6-8pm Pre-booked appointments only.Call 111 for advice OOH - Wednesday
08:30am to 06:00pm
6-8pm Pre-booked appointments only.Call 111 for advice OOH - Thursday
08:30am to 06:00pm
Call 111 for advice OOH - Friday
08:30am to 06:00pm
Open 1-2 Fridays a month. 6-8pm Pre-booked appointments only.Call 111 for advice OOH - Saturday
CLOSED - Sunday
CLOSED
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