Questions and Answers

One of the essential workers on my night shift is a follower of the Islamic faith, and has come to me to talk about Ramadan. With so many of the workforce off sick, we cannot allow her to take annual leave over this period as she usually does. What provisions should we put in place to allow her to consume food and drink and take part in prayers through the night?

Do CQC inspectors need to be tested when entering care homes?

Please can you confirm that it is acceptable to dispose of Covid lateral flow tests in the general waste, if they are used as part of a large-scale workplace testing programme? A friend working in healthcare has told us that these tests are classified as healthcare waste.

What happens to Bank Holidays when on furlough?

How does Covid-19 testing for “single named visitors” and “essential care givers” work in care homes in England?

What issues are experienced by people with learning disabilities who are getting older?

What are the blood clotting concerns relating to the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine and is it safe?

What is the latest guidance on care home visits in England?

Should we be offering all our care home residents Vitamin D every day?

How can a care home best ensure the good oral health of residents? What resources are available that can be used to help?