There are some important changes ahead on Covid-19 measures and information about the vaccination programme.
Here’s a summary of what you need to know:
NHS COVID Pass
From 11 October, you must use the NHS COVID Pass to show that you are fully vaccinated or have tested negative (through taking a lateral flow test 48 hours before event or attending venue) to attend large events, nightclubs and other similar venues.
You can get your NHS COVID Pass at: https://covid-status.service.nhsx.nhs.uk/.
You will need to register with the NHS before accessing your pass, please bear this in mind before any big event you’re planning to attend.
More information for businesses on the requirements for the NHS COVID Pass can be found on the Welsh Government website: https://gov.wales/reasonable-measures-action-cards-businesses-and-organisations-coronavirus
COVID-19 Testing for children and young people and for staff working in special schools and colleges
From Monday 11 October, staff in primary schools, secondary schools and colleges and learners who are under 18 in secondary school and college who have a household member that has tested positive for COVID-19 should undertake daily lateral flow every day for seven days, in addition to PCR tests on Day 2 and Day 8.
This should start on the day a household contact is confirmed positive from a lateral flow or PCR test result.
Testing children under 5 years of age
It is no longer recommended that children under 5 years of age take COVID-19 tests without symptoms.
Where children under 5 do have symptoms Welsh Government do not routinely recommend tests unless directed to do so by a doctor or if parents believe a test is absolutely necessary and in the best interests of the child.
Booster vaccines
Those eligible for a booster vaccination will be invited to attend a Mass Vaccination Centre by Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) when it is their turn i.e. those who received their second vaccine dose over 6 months ago.
You may have received an appointment at one of the HDUHB mass vaccination centres further away but you can attend your nearest centre at a time that suits you. You won’t need to contact HDUHB beforehand.
Please bring your appointment letter with you when you attend.
Vaccines for 12-15 year-olds
12 -15 year-olds in Ceredigion are beginning to receive invites to attend a Mass Vaccination Centre by HDUHB when it is their turn.
You may have received an appointment at one of the HDUHB mass vaccination centres further away but you can attend your nearest centre at a time that suits you. You won’t need to contact HDUHB beforehand.
Please bring your appointment letter with you when you attend.
Not vaccinated yet?
You may have previously declined the vaccination but have since change your mind - there’s still time to get vaccinated. Walk-in clinics remain open at all Mass Vaccination Centres for those aged 16 and over who require a first or second dose. Find your nearest centre here: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/healthcare/covid-19-information/covid-19-vaccination-programme/mass-vaccination-centres/
COVID-19 has not gone away and we all need to continue to play our part to keep each other safe.
08/10/2021