Underlying health condition and considering social distancing.

[viking1488]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

We are advising those who are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) to be particularly stringent in following social distancing measures.
This group includes those who are:

aged 70 or older (regardless of medical conditions)
under 70 with an underlying health condition listed below (ie anyone instructed to get a flu jab as an adult each year on medical grounds):
chronic (long-term) respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
chronic kidney disease
chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis
chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a learning disability or cerebral palsy
diabetes
problems with your spleen – for example, sickle cell disease or if you have had your spleen removed
a weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy
being seriously overweight (a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above)
those who are pregnant

[POSTMAN]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

New/updated guidelines coming out on Monday

[geordieboy123]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

We are advising those who are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) to be particularly stringent in following social distancing measures.
This group includes those who are:

aged 70 or older (regardless of medical conditions)
under 70 with an underlying health condition listed below (ie anyone instructed to get a flu jab as an adult each year on medical grounds):
chronic (long-term) respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
chronic kidney disease
chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis
chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a learning disability or cerebral palsy
diabetes
problems with your spleen – for example, sickle cell disease or if you have had your spleen removed
a weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy
being seriously overweight (a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above)
those who are pregnant
from gov.co.uk

Was there any need for the abuse at the end? So then, where does it state 12 weeks?

[POSTMAN]

from gov.co.uk read before you talk s**t

Easy with that, he's pointing out what he's read and things are changing daily.
No need for the abuse!

[viking1488]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

New/updated guidelines coming out on Monday

thats good news

[viking1488]

from gov.co.uk read before you talk s**t

Easy with that, he's pointing out what he's read and things are changing daily.
No need for the abuse!

ok its been took down

[viking1488]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

We are advising those who are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) to be particularly stringent in following social distancing measures.
This group includes those who are:

aged 70 or older (regardless of medical conditions)
under 70 with an underlying health condition listed below (ie anyone instructed to get a flu jab as an adult each year on medical grounds):
chronic (long-term) respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
chronic kidney disease
chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis
chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a learning disability or cerebral palsy
diabetes
problems with your spleen – for example, sickle cell disease or if you have had your spleen removed
a weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy
being seriously overweight (a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above)
those who are pregnant
from gov.co.uk

Was there any need for the abuse at the end? So then, where does it state 12 weeks?

ok i apologise http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/clinical/re ... 66.article" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[POSTMAN]

I think the list coming out on Monday could be a god end for information.
They do seem to give out bits and bobs and themselves are not 1oo% on it all.

[geordieboy123]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

We are advising those who are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) to be particularly stringent in following social distancing measures.
This group includes those who are:

aged 70 or older (regardless of medical conditions)
under 70 with an underlying health condition listed below (ie anyone instructed to get a flu jab as an adult each year on medical grounds):
chronic (long-term) respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
chronic kidney disease
chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis
chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a learning disability or cerebral palsy
diabetes
problems with your spleen – for example, sickle cell disease or if you have had your spleen removed
a weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy
being seriously overweight (a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above)
those who are pregnant
from gov.co.uk

Was there any need for the abuse at the end? So then, where does it state 12 weeks?

ok i apologise http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/clinical/re ... 66.article" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The article from pulse was reporting on the government announcement on the Monday, the day before but try finding that guidance now, this is a critical time so only deal in facts.

[viking1488]

if you have a underling medical condition you should be at home in 12 week self isolation not at work

The 12 week advice which came out on Monday disappeared from Tuesday, if you look at the current government guidelines on Gov.uk the 12 weeks off is for the very serious illnesses such as cancer etc

We are advising those who are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) to be particularly stringent in following social distancing measures.
This group includes those who are:

aged 70 or older (regardless of medical conditions)
under 70 with an underlying health condition listed below (ie anyone instructed to get a flu jab as an adult each year on medical grounds):
chronic (long-term) respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema or bronchitis
chronic heart disease, such as heart failure
chronic kidney disease
chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis
chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), a learning disability or cerebral palsy
diabetes
problems with your spleen – for example, sickle cell disease or if you have had your spleen removed
a weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy
being seriously overweight (a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above)
those who are pregnant
from gov.co.uk

Was there any need for the abuse at the end? So then, where does it state 12 weeks?

ok i apologise http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/clinical/re ... 66.article" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The article from pulse was reporting on the government announcement on the Monday, the day before but try finding that guidance now, this is a critical time so only deal in facts.

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read post wife works for well known retail store this is a message from their CEO that will give you the facts the only fact you need to know is rm are not doing enough to protect there vulnerable staff

[davecc5]

Come on R M Management, bit of leadership and decision making please, right from the top. Forget about the economy, share holders etc. because if you don't act soon, all that will soon be academic.
Do something, staggered start times or something to help improve things in the office. Do something decisive as it's not outdoors that is the problem it's indoors especially when you are in a small office like the one I work in.
And turn off those bloody hand dryers - apparently they spread 80% more germs around the place than using paper towels. I was told that by one of the manufacturers.

[viking1488]

Come on R M Management, bit of leadership and decision making please, right from the top. Forget about the economy, share holders etc. because if you don't act soon, all that will soon be academic.
Do something, staggered start times or something to help improve things in the office. Do something decisive as it's not outdoors that is the problem it's indoors especially when you are in a small office like the one I work in.
And turn off those bloody hand dryers - apparently they spread 80% more germs around the place than using paper towels. I was told that by one of the manufacturers.

but i think we are just banging are heads against a wall

[danny2006]

Pretty hard to imagine we will hear anything from rm management, took them to come out with the measures that are in now. If we do hear anything , all we will get is rm care for their employees blah blah, continue to wash your hands (if there is soap) blah blah, its buisness as usual, blah de blah. With self isolating going on, people not working etc, expect parcels to go through the roof from increased online shopping.

[POSTMAN]

Updated 1st post, no doubt another update to come soon.

I have an employee who has an underlying health condition in my team and they want to socially distance themselves following the latest Public Health England (PHE) advice. How should I respond?

The current PHE advice is that individuals who have an underlying health condition should limit their social contact where possible, including using less public transport, working at home where possible and considering not going to pubs, restaurants, theatres and bars. They are also being strongly advised to significantly limit face-to-face interaction with friends and family (social distancing) if possible.

The approach below will be in place until the end of March 2020, when it will be reviewed and may be extended or changed.
Version 15: Friday 20th March 2020

The employee should provide you a medical certificate to cover the absence. If they are not able to provide this immediately please give them time to provide this at a later date.

The employee can work from home following the advice and guidance on working from home.
If an employee is not able to work from home the absence will be treated as a sickness absence and you should choose Coronavirus self-isolation as the absence reason.

2nd post PDF in the Global Announcement...
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[postman_d]

Ok it's all so vague. I really need a straight answer from RM

Here goes, I have Type 1 Diabetes. Should I be at work yes or no?