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Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people with specific medical conditions
Published:
17 Jul 2020
Last updated:
10 Feb 2021 - see all updates
These conditions include: cancer, diabetes, heart disease, IBD; chronic kidney and liver disease; dermatological, neurological, (specific) ophthalmic, respiratory and rheumatic conditions, chronic pain, and rare diseases.
- Published:
- 17 Jul 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people with specific medical conditions
If you are on the shielding list
This page has information on conditions that are not included in the shielding list criteria. You can find information about some of the conditions included on the shielding list in the shielding section.
Children
All of the guidance, with the exception of those dealing with heart disease, chronic kidney disease and IBD are applicable to all ages, including children. If you need to, please seek advice from your child's GP or hospital specialist.