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Care homes should refuse to employ staff who do not get vaccine, says care leader
Care homes should be allowed to refuse to hire staff who have not had a COVID-19 jab, unless they have a legitimate medical reason, says a care leader, while Professor Chris Whitty says it is care workers’ “professional responsibility” to have the jab. Source: Care Feeds
Jo Whiley says people with learning disabilities are 'neglected' after her sister is admitted to hospital with Covid
Broadcaster Jo Whiley missed her Radio 2 show last night after her younger sister with learning disabilities and diabetes was admitted to hospital with coronavirus. Source: Care Feeds
Care home visits could resume within weeks but it must be done 'cautiously' and 'carefully'
Health minister Helen Whately has hinted this morning family and loved ones may be able to resume face to face visits with residents in care homes within weeks but clarity still remains over “PPE and what safety measures” are required. Source: Care Feeds
COVID-19: Deaths in care homes fall
The number of deaths in care homes from COVID-19 has fallen for the third week in a row, latest figures reveal. Source: Care Feeds
