Should I stop my Rheumatology medications just because COVID-19 is around?

We strongly recommend that you continue your Rheumatology medication as normal, unless advised otherwise. Not taking your medication would mean you are at risk of having a flare-up, which puts you at a higher risk group than those on medication. 

You should keep lateral flow tests at home. 

You can use any lateral flow tests supplied by the Government.

Please go to https://www.gov.uk/order-coronavirus-rapid-lateral-flow-tests  or call 119 to order a pack of lateral flow tests. Only use them if you develop symptoms. If you run out, you can order more.

Please note that tests bought from a shop (including pharmacies) cannot be registered via GOV.UK or 119 and you will not be able to register your result and therefore will NOT be contacted about treatment if you test positive using these tests.