COVID-19 info

The NHS in Bedfordshire and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.

Information for the public is available at gov.uk/coronavirus.

Like the common cold, coronavirus infection usually occurs through close contact with a person with novel coronavirus via cough and sneezes or hand contact. A person can also be infected by touching contaminated surfaces if they do not wash their hands.

Specific guidance has been shared with NHS staff to help safeguard them and others. Patients can be reassured that their safety is a top priority, and are encouraged to attend all appointments as usual.

Everyone is being reminded to follow Public Health England advice to:

  • Always carry tissues with you and use them to catch your cough or sneeze. Then bin the tissue, and wash your hands, or use a sanitiser gel.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after using public transport. Use a sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are unwell.

You can find the latest information and advice from Public Health England at www.gov.uk/coronavirus.

NHS Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine information »

Booster vaccination information

The COVID-19 booster programme is only being delivered through some GP Primary Care Networks/ Practices, some Pharmacies and designated vaccination centres.

Kirby Road Surgery is NOT currently vaccinating for COVID-19 boosters at the surgery, and therefore cannot give vaccinations or book booster appointments. We will notify our patients when we are offering this service.

You can find a list of the Pharmacies and Large Vaccination Centres dispensing the booster vaccine on this website by clicking this link: Pharmacy and Vaccination sites

Updated 22.07.2022

Date published: 2nd March, 2020
Date last updated: 15th February, 2024