Jason Leitch
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Senior Fellow, Institute for Healthcare Improvment Former National Clinical Director, Scottish Government
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Nice….I’m simply trying my best to keep the population as safe as I can and give the best advice I can. The advice in Scotland is different now to the advice elsewhere so it feels appropriate the National Clincal Director should say so.
I’m getting just a wee bit fed up with
@jasonleitch
lecturing us “here in Scotland” at every advertising break
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Now that’s what I call mass vaccination….thanks to everyone who’s made this possible…👇🏼
Today’s mass vaccination clinic
@NHSLouisaJordan
is well underway, as 5,000 Covid-19 vaccines are set to be administered throughout the day in collaboration with
@NHSGGC
!
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Scotland….this man has done more during the pandemic than almost any other and now he is taking some time to once again face his own cancer fight. He is an actual legend….I wish him well and look forward to his return….
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Wednesday 25th March UPDATE. Please share with family and friends.
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You and me both Alan….I can’t wait until it’s over too.
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An important point of clarity in a tough day for people to take in the new advice. Extended households in Scotland still exist. They are for support and continue.
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@LabourRichard
@scotgov
Wow. Tone deaf? I didn’t suggest a miserable Dickensian Christmas Richard. If you listen to the interview I said a large multi-household family gathering doesn’t seem likely and what we’re all doing now will I hope get us closer to a family Christmas…for me, for you and others
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Well, it finally got me for the first time. Global and Scottish cases are rising. Be careful everyone. I’ll be following the recommended guidance and hoping for a short, easy course. I’m very glad I’m fully vaccinated.
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Scotland’s children & young people, take a bow! We know it’s not always been easy, but you’ve made it through the first term of a challenging academic year. This is a personal thank you for helping to stop the spread of the virus.
@girfec
#girfec
#bestplacetogrowup
@YoungScot
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This is both hilarious and brilliant…..I want one…👇..🏼
Scottish Government press briefing on coronavirus in Lego with
@jasonleitch
@NicolaSturgeon
@JeaneF1MSP
and Robert, BSL interpreter
#staysafe
#ClearYourHead
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I love that everyone is impatient for the vaccine and keen to help protect themselves and others. We will get to you...please be patient. Don't call your GP, they know you're there. The NHS will be in touch. We will get to you as supplies arrive.
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Very balanced and gracious words from
@davidnabarro
from
@WHO
today about our approach in Scotland. We will not get everything right but this is exactly what we are trying to do.
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It’s the WEEKEND….🥳
So…guess what??? STAY AT HOME!!!!
#StayAtHome
#savelives
Thank you everyone.
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Some confusion today.
1) there is NO PLAN to ask over 70s to completely socially isolate as with the symptomatic
2) we are working on guidance for the over 70s to be asked to REDUCE social contact for their safety. So no bingo, no pubs…BUT family visits and neighbours etc.
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Thank you to optometrist Uzair and everyone at the
@NHSLouisaJordan
@SECGlasgow
. From invention, research, manufacture, procurement and distribution to my arm. I am enormously grateful. Please get yours when offered.
#vaccine
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Boom.....well done everyone. 500,000 downloads in less than a day. Keep going.... to make Scotland safer.
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New graphics to explain the 7/14 day isolation. Please share widely where you can.
#Covid19
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Was asked last night whether students in halls and flats can go back to parents’ homes. To clarify, they are a separate household. There are exceptions, eg caring responsibilities, but the law is clear: they can’t meet indoors with another household – even mum and dad. Sorry.
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If you go out to a cafe, pub or restaurant please remember you must physically distance from EVERYONE outside your own household. Two couples can’t sit at a normal table for 4. You need to be a metre apart.
#StaySafeProtectothersSavelives
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1/2 Some vaccination info:
- Scotland has now vaccinated over half a million people with their first doses
- we are on track to complete the first three groups in the next week
- we are on track to complete the over 70s after that
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This 👇🏼
By staying home, you're saving lives every day. Let's not undo it now.
The only change here in Scotland is that from Monday you can exercise, near your home, more than once a day.
Please
#StayAtHome
, protect the NHS and save lives.
Find out more at
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An amazing milestone. Take a moment to reflect on the pace and coverage of this programme. Thank you to every single person from NHSScotland and partners. A special thank you to every individual who has turned up to get their vaccine. There is more to do but a great start. 👇🏼
Over one million people in Scotland have had their first dose of the
#coronavirus
vaccine.
Scotland's biggest ever vaccination programme has now reached more than a fifth of the total number of people who will be offered a vaccine.
Read more ➡
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Good news…but please, everyone, it is not over….and the routemap phases depend on behaviour NOW, not on how you behaved a month ago. Please do all you can to prevent virus bridging between people and households. 👇🏼
Yesterday was the second weekday in a row with no COVID deaths registered in Scotland. Right now, Scotland is beating this virus - but only through our collective efforts. So we must keep at it. COVID will surge back if we let it. So please keep following the rules
#StaySafe
🙏
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The immediate incident is over. Thanks to
@Scotambservice
and
@policescotland
. Exemplary, from control room staff to those at the incident. Now the teams of
@NHSGGC
will do all they can to care for the injured and their worried families. The courage of all 1st responders clear.
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On the 5th of July 1948, the UK National Health Service was born. 73 years on and 18 months into a global pandemic, take a moment to reflect on those who protect, treat and heal us every day. Vaccination was on the original plan and remains crucial today.
#nhsscot73
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Half a million by 10pm? Please download our new proximity app if you’re a resident in or a visitor to Scotland to help keep you and others safer.
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Remarkable science, collaboration and logistics has got us to this day. It’s a very important moment. There will be months of roll out until normality but it’s a crucial step. Thanks to all.
BREAKING: The Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine has been approved for use in the UK by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency. More details on
#BBCBreakfast
.
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“Did Donald Trump really say thatabout bleach? He’s got the IQ of a rocking horse”
#disinfectant
#janeygodleyvoiceover
catch me on tour
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For those responding angrily because of this headline from
@thetimesscot
please listen to the interview on Radio 4 at 1.10 today and hear what I ACTUALLY said, then maybe be kinder. I was asked if I thought Edinburgh could have Hogmanay in April!!!!
Large public gatherings in Scotland may remain forbidden well into the spring, Jason Leitch has suggested
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This is astonishing. Happy New Year to all from Scotland. “We send out hope into this Scottish air”.
@edhogmanay
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If you are resident in or visiting Scotland please download our new Protect-Scot app. It is confidential, doesn’t track your location and will not share your identity or location with others. BUT it will help keep us all safer.
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It is 6 months this week since
@WHO
declared a public health emergency. Two things are simultaneously true:
1) Scotland has had 10 positive cases in three days and zero deaths after positive tests for 12 days
2) There are 16 million global cases & has doubled in the last 6 weeks.
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This is a huge achievement. Scotland wins the European Sustainable Healthcare Project of the Year. Well done all. 🎉🎉🎉👇🏼
Congratulations once again to
@SustainScotland
- winner of the European Sustainable Healthcare Project of the Year for their project ‘Green Anaesthesia Scotland’.
Thanks to all our finalists and everyone who tuned in to yesterday's ceremony
@CleanMedEurope
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Routine care home visits for two designated visitors will resume in early March in Scotland. Nine levels of protection are in place. Vigilance will be crucial but this is a crucial step for families and loved ones throughout the country. Thanks to all;
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New graphics to explain the guidelines for the different groups. Please share and use wisely.
#Covid19
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This is not as easy as it sounds. Amazing work. 👇🏼
Huge thanks to our Clinical Physics team who converted 100 anaesthetic machines to much-needed ventilators as part of our
#COVID19
response.
#supportourNHS
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Details of next phase of lifting the Scottish safety measures here:
Summary here 👇🏼
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We wanted to make the present guidance around children, young people & testing as clear as we could. I realise people would like simpler answers but this pandemic doesn’t always lend itself to simplicity. I hope this letter distributed by schools today helps.
@ScotGovEdu
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Brilliant….thank you to everyone…👇🏼
10 days within ICU and we are delighted to be able to move our amazing patient to HDU.
#Happydays
#teamwork
@NHS_Lothian
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Just ran a very slow 5k.
Cafes and bars closed. ✅
Social distancing. ✅
Community spirit. ✅
#savelives
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For those asking, on
@BBCBreakfast
this morning I had only seen the Sun story and had not spoken to
@CathCalderwood1
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@NicolaSturgeon
or
@JeaneF1MSP
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Congratulations to Mum and Dad and my sincere gratitude to the team at
@WishawGen
- clinicians, managers, domestics, porters, catering teams and others…👏👏👏 🍼
Three-week-old baby Peyton, though to be Scotland’s youngest COVID-19 patient, has recovered from the virus and is finally home, thanks to the dedicated care of NHS Lanarkshire staff. Full story here
@wishydocs
@WishawGen
@jasonleitch
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The beginning of the end. A 91 year old lady from Coventry, originally from Northern Ireland given the vaccine by an NHS nurse originally from the Philippines. Global science and global delivery fighting a global killer.
#holdyournerve
"It's just so strange and wonderful really"
Margaret Keenan, who turns 91 next week, says becoming the first to receive the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine is the "best early birthday present"
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This is around 15% of the Scottish population and research suggests it will already be preventing infections and saving lives BUT we need more....please spread the word. Download at
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Today is a very important day on the routemap out of lockdown. Shielding is paused. Around 180k people can now follow the same rules as the rest of us. Please help them feel safe. More details here: and a summary here: 👇🏼
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Present timetable is:
26 April: mainland Scotland and islands at Level 4 are expected to move to Level 3.
17 May: all of Scotland will move to Level 2
June (early): all of Scotland will move to Level 1
June (late): all of Scotland will move to Level 0
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Chris is right. We are not through this yet in any of the UK countries. Life is not back to normal and shouldn’t feel as though it is. Further ‘normality’ is up to all of us.👇🏼
COVID-19 has gone down due to the efforts of everyone but is still in general circulation.
If we do not follow social distancing guidance then cases will rise again. Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all.
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Let’s not forget all the people who deliver the essential services that our councils provide. They’re doing an amazing job in these difficult times, with great support from colleagues in
@COSLA
You can help them keep you safe by staying at home.
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It’s been a highlight of the last few weeks to be invited on
@offtheballbbc
with
@Detroit67Book
and therealtamcowan (on insta only). But seriously….Tam may have been in lockdown too long…..
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From procurement to distribution to pharmacy to admin teams to volunteers and clinical teams at vaccination centres….thank you. On track to offer first doses to all over 50s, unpaid carers & adults with underlying health condition by mid Apr & and all adults by end Jul.
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Today in 1948 the UK National Health Services were born…based, of course, on the Higjlands and Islands health service. Free at the point of delivery. There are challenges and imperfections but it is a precious and unique endeavour. Thanks to all who make it possible.
#NHS74
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Brilliant…👇🏼
After eleven weeks and 2 days finally reunited with my boy ❤️
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What a great moment. 8pm, Thursday night. Pots/pans/pipes/fireworks and claps for carers and others saving lives.
#ClapforCarers
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It’s important to remember our remote and island communities.
@Feorlean
and I spoke yesterday and decided on two simple messages;
1) the NHS is there for you
2) if you’re there, stay. If you’re not, don’t go.
#StayAtHome
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Two common questions:
- extended households remain and are still permitted including shared parenting
- under 12s are exempt from the 2/2 rule
BUT every time anyone leaves home there is risk so do both cautiously.
#StayHome
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@NicolaSturgeon
@AngelaHaggerty
I think that may be what I sound like to most of the population….
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Very high call numbers to
@NHS24
today. Please only call 111 if your symptoms are worsening and you need help. has everything you need and 0800 028 2816 will help too. We need the 111 line for those who really need it.
@scotgov
@scotgovhealth
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Well done Scotland. It’s a great start. A million downloads in a week. The more downloads, the safer the system so please keep telling your friends and families.
#Protectscotland
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NEW - indicative dates for the remainder of Phase 2 and early Phase 3. All dependent on continued progress. Travel restriction relaxed 3/7. Outdoor hospitality 6/7. Three households indoors 10/7. Organised outdoor sports 13/7.
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@DrRCoull
@ScotNational
@CDCgov
@scotgov
Robert….that’s now ten consecutive tweets trying to somehow discredit me as Scotland’s National Clinical Director and my advice. Let me be clear. I am a proud dentist. Oral surgeon and have a public health degree from Harvard and over ten years in government. I’m trying hard.
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Some gradual easing of the safety measures announced today;
👨👩👧👦4 adults from 2 households can meet outdoors
👌12-17 y/o can meet in groups of up to 4 - no household limit
🏸Outdoor non-contact sports - up to 15 people
⛪️ from 26/3 Communal worship - distanced - up to 50 people
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Never mind any Government press conferences. This is the update you need….from Pollok, Glasgow…👇🏼
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Unfortunately if you’re a close contact of a positive case a negative test does not release you from self isolation because of the incubation period of the virus. You could become infectious later. Test and Protect will advise….please keep us all safe.
Dr Okpo: "I want to send a very clear message to anyone who is contacted by our Test & Protect team and advised they are a close contact of a detected case: please follow the guidance and self-isolate for 14 days. You should ONLY book a test if you have symptoms."
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@JimDelahunt
No one cancelled Christmas Jim. No one can. I said a Christmas with large family gatherings with multiple households wasn’t credible from a public health perspective. But everything we are doing now is to make a family Christmas possible.
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More omicron cases today in Scotland and still too many delta cases. Please;
😷 wear face masks in indoor places
🙌 wash hands and surfaces
🌬 open windows
💉 get vaccinated
🦠 do LFD test on every occasion before socialising with others
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Thank you to everyone for all you’re doing to stick to the safety measures. Today’s numbers are mixed. Cases and positivity perhaps a little less than expected but hospital and icu numbers worsening, plus tragically high mortality. There is a long way to go. Please stay at home.
1,439,412 people in Scotland have been tested for
#coronavirus
The total confirmed as positive has risen by 1,865 to 147,889
Sadly 93 more patients who tested positive have died (4,965 in total)
Latest update ➡️
Health advice ➡️
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brilliant....thank you 👇
Say hello to Punk Sanitiser 🙌
To help with the shortages, we have just started working on making hand sanitiser at our distillery in Scotland. We are determined to do everything we can to try and help as many people as possible stay safe.
It's time to keep it clean.
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If a clearer message was required about why this cannot be a normal Hogmanay and new year celebration I’m afraid today’s data are it. Please celebrate with only your own household. 2622 got a positive test report yesterday and 68 people died in the last few days. Please. 👇🏼
1,372,469 people in Scotland have been tested for
#coronavirus
The total confirmed as positive has risen by 2,622 to 127,453
Sadly 68 more patients who tested positive have died (4,578 in total)
Latest update ➡️
Health advice ➡️
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In a week in which there has been some criticism of divergent responses to the same science, this might explain some of the arguments: “Scotland reaps dividend of Covid response that diverged from England” via
@FT
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This is a huge step towards normality but it is far from instant. We have to stick with the restrictions to reduce illness, save lives and protect the NHS while we vaccinate the priority groups of the population first. Please be patient & stick with it. 👇🏼
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Lots of people asking about Mothers’ Day. It’s going to be different this year and here’s our advice.
@scotgov
@scotgovhealth
#Covid19
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I love it. I think it’s the colourful animation rather than the voice!!!! But it made me smile….👇🏼
Anyone else’s child obsessed with the corona virus adverts???
@jasonleitch
is our go to every time he cries! 🤷🏼♀️ these adverts have saved us during lockdown
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We changed the way Scotland deals with increasing numbers of Coronavirus today
1) use for all information and sick/isolation notes
2) DO NOT call your GP about Coronavirus.
3) if you are very unwell call 111
We’re ready but please help
Please share
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He’s younger than me….so I’ll be a bit before him….but I agree…..
I’ve not had my COVID19 vaccine yet and don’t expect to be called for a few weeks yet. But if I was eligible for AZ vaccine tomorrow I’d take it without a moments hesitation. This vaccine is saving many lives every day and is both extensively researched and monitored for safety.
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Be kind…even on twitter. 👇🏼
Social isolation & loneliness can affect anyone, of any age.
This
#WorldKindnessDay
, take time to reach out – whether you, or someone you know is feeling lonely.
We supports many free telephone helplines.
Find a local service in your community➡️
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Tough day for much of Scotland as a number of areas enter level 4, the advice and decisions are tough but necessary in the run up to Christmas to reduce the stubborn number of infections. The data used can be found here:
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Public messaging is so important during this pandemic. Media has a responsibility to help us to reach every audience so….this morning is
@GMB
@BBCBreakfast
@bbc5live
@BBCRadioScot
@RadioClydeNews
and
@Channel4News
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It’s MND Global Awareness Day. Please take a moment to reflect on the devestating effects of this incurable disease on individuals and families. The work that charities, volunteers and professionals do every day is crucial for care and research. 👇🏼
It's MND Global Awareness Day! Let's celebrate together and take part in a virtual Doddie Dog Walk. To get involved post a picture of your dog with its tartan lead and collar and tag
@MNDoddie5
with the hashtags
#doddiedogwalk
#MNDawarenessday
Let's turn Twitter tartan & beat MND
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This is Spanish data analysed by age group receiving positive tests over time. You can see it took weeks to reach the older and vulnerable groups. We must do all we can to avoid this in Scotland.
1) FACTS
2) download the new app and
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Not the morning I was hoping for or expecting BUT excellent service and exemplary public health adjustments by
@kwik_fit
. Distancing, hand sanitizer, protective shields etc. Well done.
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Congratulations
@FionaCMcQueen
and
@LindaBauld
. Well deserved. I cannot imagine Scotland’s Covid reaponse without you….
#BirthdayHonours
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Scotland's new Strategic Framework is here:
Three week reviews, schools a priority, back to regional levels from last week in April.
This summary graphic might help 👇
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Thanks to everyone who has made this happen. 👇🏼
More than five million
#coronavirus
vaccinations – both first and second doses - have now been administered in Scotland.
Find the latest figures here ➡️
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No, it’s not just you. I’m sorry...but not sorry....
Every time I come back into the house I have
@jasonleitch
ringing in my ears....”Wash your hands!!!” Is that just me?
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@DalgetySusan
Did you listen to the interview Susan? That’s exactly what I attempted to do. I said LARGE family gatherings were unlikely and what we do NOW has an influence on how safely we can meet at Christmas.
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A great evening visiting
@NHSLouisaJordan
with
@JeaneF1MSP
. Being rapidly fitted out as part of our transformation of the health and care system to mange this pandemic safely. Thanks to all. (And I got promotion)
Cab Sec for Health
@JeaneF1MSP
and
@scotgov
Clinical Director
@jasonleitch
popped by today to say thank you to all NHS staff and contractors on site working
@NHSLouisaJordan
.
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These graphics are always excellent. They’re worth sharing and the account is worth a follow....👇🏼
Update! Please continue to check local government guidance.
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For those in equal number suggesting we’re overreacting and not acting fast enough we are doing neither. The balance of which population interventions and their timing is crucial. We are not complacent.
#Covid19
@JeaneF1MSP
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Fifteen minutes to go to get to 500k. Tell family and friends. Scotland’s new app to help keep us all safe.
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