The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh have issued a comment regarding today’s press conference from Prof Chris Whitty and Prof Sir Patrick Vallance.
Professor Angela Thomas, Acting President of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh said: “As Prof Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance highlighted in their press conference, this is a critical time for protecting people – and the NHS – from coronavirus.
“Everyone has a role to play – whether as individuals or as part of an organisation – in stopping the rise in cases from overwhelming health and care services.
“This is a time for cool heads and responsible decision making, and as individuals, we must all follow the guidelines on social distancing, and hand and respiratory hygiene.
“We must also have clear, concise and consistent public health messaging from government and public health agencies.
“While we appreciate that tailored approaches were required in different UK nations at times during the pandemic, each government in the UK must communicate clearly and commit to joint working where possible”.
