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Are home tests for symptomatic people only?
You can apply for a test if you have symptoms and you: Are an essential worker Live with an essential worker
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Do we need to make sure ESR details are up to date?
Yes, please make sure telephone and date of birth details are up to date on ESR.
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Are we testing other service users if we have a positive staff member?
No, infection prevention and control will monitor the situation and if there is evidence of transmission the ward will be contacted.
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Are all service users admitted to our wards being swabbed whether symptomatic or asymptomatic?
Yes. Further information can be found in the cohorting standard operating procedure.