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4:30 PM April 27, 2021
Social distancing, face masks and regular hand washing were still needed to combat the spread of Covid-19 in Suffolk
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The recent Covid-19 outbreak at Ipswich Hospital must be a wake-up call for people to continue observing social distancing, health leaders have warned.
Ipswich Hospital last week confirmed an outbreak of the virus a fortnight ago saw cases among inpatients climb from three to 29 in just 48 hours, and hit 54 at its peak.
Those numbers have since come down and no patients were in intensive care, but the hospital took swift action to instigate an independent review of practices. That has resulted in strict daily audits taking place to ensure guidelines over facemasks and social distancing are being upheld.
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A survey in Suffolk found 84% were willing to have a Covid-19 vaccine
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A survey of people in Suffolk has indicated that 84% will be willing to have a Covid-19 vaccine - below the national level expected.
BMG Research quizzed 1,400 people across the county for a survey on coronavirus in February and March, as part of a commission by Suffolk Resilience Forum and the county council.
That survey aimed to collate thoughts on vaccines, how willing people are to comply with restrictions, testing and self-isolating and communication of key coronavirus updates.
On vaccines, 84% said they are likely or very likely to take up a Covid-19 vaccine as soon as they are eligible - below the 90% national figure.
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