Te Taitokerau/Northland Covid-19 update 26 Jan 2021
Midwives will be aware that a community case has been diagnosed in Te Taitokerau. As we have seen previously, the nature of such events means that information and recommendations can change daily as contact tracing and testing reveals the extent of community transmission (if any).
- Check the Ministry of Health Current Situation web page for updates and for information when a woman contacts you with questions or concerns.
- If the woman (or whanau/household member) has been in one of the locations of interest on the dates listed on the Ministry website, they need to contact the Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 and follow the advice given.
- If the woman cannot contact Healthline herself, the midwife may contact the Covid-19 Clinician Advice Line for correct advice. Contact the College on 03 377 2732 for the Clinician Advice Line number.
- Locum support is available for LMC midwives who are unwell or required to self-isolate at home. Contact the Locum Service on 0800 MIDWIFE (0800 643 943).
- Employed midwives who are unwell or required to self-isolate need to discuss this with their employer.
- Everyone is strongly advised to use the Covid Tracer App. Enable Bluetooth and also continue to scan in at all locations visited. Ensure midwifery clinics and maternity facilities have their QR code displayed prominently.
- The Ministry of Health’s Āwhina App provides up to date information about Covid-19 and notifications can be enabled to learn about updates as they occur.