Immunosuppressed colleagues and Covid-19

March 1, 2020

As the situation currently stands, the current advice regarding colleagues who are working who are themselves immunosuppressed, is that there is no change to practice for these individuals. The risk inside the hospital dealing with the general public is currently no higher than being in a community setting.

If any colleagues, including those who are immunosuppressed are to work with known positive cases they must wear appropriate PPE but there is currently no requirement for restrictions to practice regarding exposure to general patients.

This is a changing situation and therefore, we advise that colleagues continue to monitor the Trust advice issued through staff communications and on the connect page.

If you have a specific concern or query please ring occcupational health on ext. 3306.