Last updated: 3rd April 2020

The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) is aware of the concerns about Covid-19 of people who are taking medicines that affect the immune system such as biologic therapies and/or immunosuppressants. 

NHS England FAQ on shielding for patients

The NHSE FAQ on shielding for patients is available here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/20200401-FAQs-Patients.pdf

Risk stratification grid for healthcare professionals

The BAD has provided a grid for healthcare professionals which will help them to identify patients for whom, due to their disease and treatment, Covid-19 poses a higher risk. The grid can be viewed here: http://www.bad.org.uk/healthcare-professionals/covid-19/covid-19-immunosuppressed-patients

This will help to guide decision making, however decisions will always be made on an individual basis depending upon your specific circumstances.