Resources Access available at Covid-19 testing sites
Deaf BSL users are encouraged to use BSL Health Access to communicate with staff during Covid-19 testing.
Coronavirus
Summaries of Government Briefings
Our 2 Minute Updates summarise major government Coronavirus briefings. You can find previous #2MinuteUpdate on our YouTube playlist and follow us to receive the latest BSL update.
On 2nd December a new tier system came into force in England. Most areas are High or Very High, you can check which area you are in here.
The full rules can be found here.
These videos have been made possible by The National Lottery Community Fund.
Information from Public Health England
Click here for Covid-19 Vaccine Information
Click Here for Shielding Guidance
Lockdown in England
Upcoming Dates
Health Advice
Symptoms
Mental Health Advice
Test and Trace
Face Covering Exemptions
Advice for eating and drinking well during pandemic
How to use Oximeter
Hand Hygiene Advice
More content is available to download from Public Health England.
Coronavirus Resources
LINK Official Government Coronavirus Website
The latest official information and guidance relating to COVID-19.
Resources Face masks: What you need to know
What are the requirements in England? I feel anxious about wearing face masks, what should I do?
LINK How do I contact NHS 111?
If you need medical advice about your Coronavirus symptoms contact NHS 111 using InterpreterNow.
Domestic Abuse Resources for Survivors
Advice and information about support available during the Coronavirus lockdown.
Resources The ‘About Me’ Plan
A personalised wellbeing plan to support Deaf people isolated due to lockdown and other measures.
Link Best Practice in Healthcare Settings during Coronavirus
For communication professionals and those booking interpreters.
Resources Book tests and vaccinations with NHS 119 BSL
NHS 119 is available in BSL for Coronavirus tests and vaccinations using InterpreterNow.
Support in the midst of the crisis
SignHealth has taken on new activities and services to ensure we can support the health and wellbeing of Deaf people under the shadow of a global pandemic.
Our Coronavirus Response
