Surge testing will take place in Brentwood after the South African Covid-19 variant was detected. Extra testing will be deployed to the CM13 postcode of Brentwood after one positive case of the variant was found in the area. People living within the CM13 postcode area are strongly encouraged to take a Covid-19 test when offered, whether they are showing symptoms or not. Every person aged 16 and over who lives or works in CM13 should get a Covid-19 test as soon as possible. There are different ways to get tested, and every household in the area will receive a letter this week explaining where and when they can get a test.
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The biggest NHS vaccination programme is well underway across Essex and is being ramped up following the approval and roll out of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine. Hospitals and GP centre’s across the county are working to distribute vaccines as quickly as possible to those considered high risk, people aged 80 and over, as well as care home residents and staff. Both Basildon and Southend hospital now offer the vaccine used to fight the virus. Family doctors and other primary care staff are also vaccinating the most vulnerable in GP-led services across south Essex.
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Says he s more relaxed about others not wearing masks or standing too close
Urged others to get the jab to tackle pandemic that is destroying the country
Royal photographer Arthur Edwards said he s excited to live a normal life again after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine.
Arthur, 80, who has covered the royal family for decades, had his first dose of the pfizer/biontech vaccine yesterday morning at the Brentwood Centre in Essex.
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Speaking on Good Morning Britain today, he said he s been able to relax a bit and hopes to become less mentally stressed about the problems of trying to keep safe after receiving his second dose of the vaccination.