A total of 16 new positive COVID-19 cases were identified in the region in the week ending March 21. This was a move back down in terms of numbers, following an increase to 32 the previous week. As a result of these new cases, 79 close contacts were advised to self-isolate – down from 117.
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MORE than 60 per cent of the region’s adult population have received their first COVID-19 vaccination. And coming on for 10 per cent have received their second, as the programme continues to make good progress during a period of more limited national supplies. As at end of March 23 2021, a total of 74,948 first
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COVID-19 vaccinations in Dumfries and Galloway are on course to see the vast majority of people aged 50 and above receive their first dose before the end of this month. And second doses are also now being delivered at pace, with those aged 80 and over set to have been provided with the fullest degree
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An increase was recorded in the number of new COVID cases in the region last week. In the week ending March 14 there were 32 new positive cases, up from 21 the week before. A total of 117 new close contacts were identified and advised to self-isolate, up considerably on 68 in the previous week.
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THE DUKE of Cambridge has been hearing how charitable funds have helped support the work of the NHS in the region during the pandemic. In a telephone conversation, His Royal Highness Prince William also expressed an interest in learning how staff in Dumfries and Galloway have been coping with the added pressures resulting from COVID-19.
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AN NHS Dumfries and Galloway nurse is still beaming with pride after she was officially given royal seal of approval.Jenny Manson from Kirkcudbright received a 15-minute call from Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, who gave his heartfelt thanks for her efforts.The call took place while Jenny was working at Gardenhill Primary Care Centre, Castle
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A CALL is being issued for anyone aged 65 and above in the region who has yet to receive their first COVID-19 vaccination to get in touch via the national website and helpline. It comes as the vaccination programme in Dumfries and Galloway once again quickens its pace, thanks to the increased availability of national
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On Thursday (4th March 2021) we can report a total of 51 new positive cases of COVID-19 were identified in Dumfries and Galloway in the week ending 28th February. This total was down from 83 in the previous week. Meanwhile, 88 close contacts were advised to self-isolate, down significantly from 209 the week before. Over
TWO NHS Dumfries and Galloway midwives have been officially recognised as change makers and making a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing. It has been confirmed that Heather Innes from Langholm and Jennifer Rendall from Dumfries were nominated and chosen for the 2021 Queen’s Nurse Programme. Karen King, Head of Midwifery/Consultant Midwife, said: “It is with
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A PROGRAMME to provide people in Dumfries and Galloway with their second dose COVID-19 vaccinations is now well underway. Second vaccinations for care home staff and residents began last week, after the first doses were completed by Christmas Eve last year. Front line staff across health and social care began receiving their second doses on
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