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The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, unless you feel very unwell or you are told to attend an existing appointment for ongoing treatment.

If you have cancer, it's understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you're grieving.

Joint statement from: Alison Navarro, CEO Community Action Sutton, Anita Maulin, CEO Volunteer Centre Sutton, Nicola Upton, CEO Age UK Sutton, Rachael MacLeod, CEO Sutton Carers Centre & Judith Armstrong, Scheme Manager, Home-Start Sutton

The holy month of Ramadan begins on Thursday 23rd April, when many members of the Muslim community across London will be fasting during daylight hours.

We explain why it's important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.

Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

Protect your loved ones and protect the nation, volunteer to help those that are most vulnerable to the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) stay at home. Join the army of NHS volunteers today.

Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support and how you can help stop the spread.

Published 19/03/2020

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Following an official Government announcement on Monday 16th March, the Healthwatch Sutton team will be working remotely until further notice.