COVID-19 cases in Orkney - 14 August 2020

One new positive COVID-19 case has been linked to the Orkney fishing vessel bringing the number of positive cases in this cluster to six.

The Incident Management Team (IMT) met again this afternoon to discuss progress so far and contact tracing across NHS Highland, NHS Grampian and NHS Orkney remains ongoing.

NHS Orkney is continuing to work with Scottish Government, Health Protection Scotland (HPS) and local environmental health teams to provide advice and support to all those affected. 

NHS Orkney Director of Public Health Louise Wilson said:

“We ask the Orkney community to continue following the physical distancing guidelines. Anyone who develops symptoms should self-isolate and contact NHS Orkney for a test.

“This is no time to be complacent but we can prevent the risk of the virus spreading further if we all follow the FACTS guidance.”

NHS Orkney has a direct phone line for people with symptoms to book a COVID test. Call 01856 888 211 between 9.30am and 5.30pm.  

A reminder about FACTS:

F – Face coverings. These should be used in shops and on public transport (buses, trains and taxis)

A – Avoid crowded places.

C – Clean your hands frequently, using water & soap whenever possible.

T – Two metres – observe physical distancing.

S – Self-isolate and book a test if you are suffering from COVID-19 symptoms.

Symptoms of Covid include:

· a new cough;

· a temperature;

· loss of taste or smell.