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Peter Tavy 2022 Calendar AVAILABLE NOW – Click picture for details

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New Rules in reaction to new “Omicron” Covid-19 variant
The Prime Minister has introduced new restrictions in response to concerns over the new Omicron COVID-19 variant being identified in the UK, because there are fears that it could be more infectious and less responsive to vaccines. These measures as temporary and have been introduced as a precaution to slow down the spread of the […]
What is the Omicron COVID-19 variant?
The more a virus spreads, the more chance it has to change, or mutate. Often these changes have little impact, but sometimes they help the virus survive and lead to new variants being identified. This most recent variant has been named Omicron by the World Health Organization, following the pattern of Greek code-names like the […]
26th November – Devon Covid Case Rates Among Highest in England
COVID-19 case rates in Devon have continued to rise, with Torridge in particular exceeding 1,000 cases per 100,000 of the population. Overall, Devon’s case rate remains above the national average. Cases are highest in those aged 0 to 19 years old, especially among those of secondary school and college ages. Schools and colleges are […]
Money available to help support people during self-isolation
With the high rate of positive coronavirus cases across Devon right now, there are growing numbers of people required to self-isolate. For many, with minor symptoms and people to help them, ten days self-isolating is OK. It’s workable. But for others, self-isolating can be very difficult, especially if they live alone, they’re unwell, or have […]
Study shows vaccine immunity is stronger than natural immunity
The ZOE COVID Study, last month, found that vaccines offer greater protection against COVID-19 than natural antibodies. It found that an unvaccinated person with a previous COVID-19 infection has around 65 per cent protection against catching it again. But that two doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine gave 71 per cent protection against infection, and two […]
Covid Booster Jabs and Flu Vaccines – What You Need To Know
Confused about COVID-19 booster jabs and flu vaccines? Devon County Council explain what you need to know… Who do I need have the flu and COVID-19 vaccination? The NHS in Devon is reminding people to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to give themselves the best possible protection against illness this winter. An average of 11,000 people […]
Devon County appeal for help as care worker shortage gets worse
The shortage of care workers in England now is greater than it was pre-pandemic, according to national charity, Skills for Care. Care providers everywhere are struggling to find enough staff. Many are turning down new requests for help, and juggling rotas and home visits while doing the best they can to care for vulnerable clients. […]
PETER TAVY CALENDAR 2022 Available Now!
Abi Ball has let us know that the Peter Tavy calendar for 2022 is now available – again featuring wonderful photographs taken by parishioners. You can order your copy (copies?) from Abi Ball, David Dodd, Sandra Dodd or Steve Carreck, – or by email from petertavypictures@outlook.com or contacthub@petertavyparishcouncil.org – priced at £6 (cash payment on […]

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