Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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These pages contain all the latest information about how the Trust is responding to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, including changes to appointments, visiting arrangements and how you can continue to access our services.

The situation is changing quickly and this information is being updated often. Please visit this page regularly for the latest information.

National lockdown – continue to access our services

If you require urgent or emergency care, or have an appointment with us, please attend unless you have been instructed otherwise by your clinical team.

For more information on national lockdown visit the GOV.UK website.

Information for patients and the public

• Staying safe in our hospitals and community sites
• Information for patients needing to access our services: we are here to help you
• Coronavirus vaccination
• Coming for your surgery or outpatient appointment
• Visiting patients
• Updates on our services
• Contact the PALS team for help
• Media statement
• Keep up to date with the latest news
• Find out how you can support Guy's and St Thomas'

Evelina London 

For all the latest information on our children's services, see the Evelina London website.

Information for GPs

For all the latest information for GPs, see our coronavirus update and advice section.

Trusted sources of information in the UK

• Coronavirus (COVID-19): national lockdown – gov.uk
• Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do – gov.uk
• Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for everyone – nhs.uk
• Check if you have coronavirus symptoms – nhs.uk
• Guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) testing - gov.uk
• Supporting your recovery after COVID-19 - nhs.uk
• Download NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app for England and Wales

Patient information

Coronavirus (COVID-19) related guidance and information produced by Guy's and St Thomas' and other trusted sources in the UK.

• Our patient information leaflets
• Easy read resources

Advice in different languages

The UK Government has translated some of COVID-19 guidance into different languages which you can download and print:

• COVID-19 testing and
  treatment free of charge
• Shielding and protecting extremely vulnerable people from COVID-19
• Stay at home guidance
  

Wash your hands more often

Watch the NHS video on how to wash your hands and help prevent the spread of infection.