Somerset FT Infection Control Team

COVID-19 cases are increasing. Vaccinations are available from today for those eligible, but if you are showing symptoms please try not to spread it to those around you. Advice for self care can be found on on the NHS website: nhs.uk/conditions/cov…

#Covid cases are on the way up again in #somerset, and hospitals are under tremendous non-covid pressure. 49.5% positivity in community PCR testing (excluding care homes). If you have respiratory symptoms get PCR tested and stay home please. Don't spread it.

Coleridge Ward @SomersetFT has an exciting opportunity for a new Band 6 leader to join our team. If you are enthusiastic, innovative and driven to provide outstanding care on our acute respiratory ward we would love to hear from you @PhillipsJackee beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/joba…

Every action counts – Because I care youtu.be/0nZG_oOHp7M via @YouTube

Proud to be part of @IPCSomersetFT. Hard work but definitely worth it.

@yayang2012 thank you so much from a grateful IPC team. You made some of us cry @TraceyDoolan1 @BradfieldMaggie @NicolaLily @JulieRo05120207

The COVID-19 vaccination programme in Somerset continues to deliver vaccines to people across the county - including 16 and 17 year olds. If you haven't had your first jab, please attend a walk-in clinic as soon as you can. Find your nearest clinic here: bit.ly/3BiZTpe

Adherence to contact precautions monitored (and v high) and transmission of MDROs remained low - transmission of MDRO wasn't a controlled outcome, but illustrates the importance of adherence in the debate about whether (or not) CP are effective journalofhospitalinfection.com/article/S0195-… @jhieditor

Our lead nurse for infection prevention & control, Val, says: “Thank you for washing your hands, wearing your mask, and following social distancing guidelines - even the smallest of actions can go a long way to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19." #ThankYouDay

The #infectioncontrol team supported our Critical Care colleagues today on their 12 hour cycle for the #JOGLEforJude campaign! #nhssomersetft You can find out more about this and donate here: jogleforjude.co.uk

Team Portman approve of their new PVC board 🌟 #goteamportman #thinkpinkforPVC @CijanManjula @PhillipsJackee @Kerrytrunks1 💫

Catching phlebitis awareness on @Wordswo94207656 #thinkpinkforPVC @PhillipsJackee @Kerrytrunks1 💫