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Changes to Public Health services
Public Health is no longer a shared service for Dorset and BCP councils. For health and wellbeing information, please visit:
COVID-19 testing facilities open over Christmas
COVID-19 testing sites will be open every day over Christmas and New Year.
COVID-19 vaccinations for priority groups to be delivered from three more sites in Dorset
COVID-19 vaccinations for priority groups to be delivered from three more sites in Dorset
Dorset and BCP Council to remain in tier two
Today (17 December) the government has announced that the Dorset Council and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council areas will be remaining in tier two.
Relocation of Covid-19 testing facility for local residents
The COVID-19 mobile testing unit at Weymouth Park and Ride will be moving to Swannery Car Park in Weymouth on Saturday 5 December.
Tier 2 restrictions: An open letter from Public Health Dorset
An open letter from Public Health Dorset to local residents explaining our position on the government's decision to place the county under Tier 2 restrictions.
Dorset and BCP Councils move to tier 2 once national lockdown measures are lifted
The government has announced that when the national lockdown measures end on 2 December that BCP Council and Dorset Council areas will be in tier 2
New COVID-19 mobile testing site
A new COVID-19 Mobile Testing Unit is due to open in Purbeck on Thursday 26 November.
Act now to avoid more restrictions
People in Dorset are being urged to act now to reduce the likelihood of a future major spike in cases and the need for more local restrictions.
Protect yourself and your loved ones from flu
People at risk of flu in Dorset are being called onto protect themselves, their families and those they care for against it this winter.
New campaign to raise awareness of mental health support in Dorset
On World Suicide Prevention Day, public and voluntary sector partners are reminding residents of where they can go to get support with their mental health and money worries.