Covid-19: Daily communications update 14.04.20, 16:59hrs

General

• All staff briefing – thank you to everyone who dialled in earlier today, we hope you found it useful. For those of you unable to join the call or who want to review the points made, we’ve put together a short summary.

IT

• Microsoft Teams – NHS Digital has introduced Microsoft Teams for all NHSmail users, to support new ways of working during the Covid-19 response. Teams is a secure communication tool to allow instant messaging and audio and video calling. You can visit the NHSmail support site, where you’ll find lots of handy guides to help you make the most of this tool.

Primary Care

• Primary Care Covid-19 briefing – read today’s Primary Care Covid-19 briefing. The briefing supports GPs across west Essex with operational information and advice. If you would like to include any content, please email Sarah Crane or Naomi Brooks.

Further advice and support

Please remember to visit:

• AskHUE – for the latest advice and information for staff, including previous daily comms bulletins
• NHS website – for information on the virus and how to prevent it spreading
• GOV.UK website – for national advice, including full guidance on staying at home and away from others