AN OXFORD hospital trust has urged people to look after their mental as well physical health during the coronavirus outbreak.

A post on Oxford Health's website said Covid-19 brings with it 'many worries' that can make stress, low mood and loneliness more likely.

The trust, which runs the majority of the county's mental health services and community hospitals, added: “Guidelines from the government on how to keep ourselves and our loved ones as healthy as possible understandably focus on our physical health, but mental wellbeing is very important and whether you are being quarantined, self-isolating, ill or recovering from coronavirus, it is important to pay attention to your own mental wellbeing and your family’s."

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It suggested staying in touch with loved over the phone or social media, and that it may be helpful to structure the day to 'manage worry or boredom' with activities such as cooking, reading, online learning and watching films.

It also advised: "If you feel well enough you can take part in light exercise within your home or garden."

For more information visit the dedicated NHS webpage for mental health and wellbeing.

Oxfordshire services providing help for depression and anxiety include;

*OxfordshireTalkingSpace at talkingspaceplus.org.uk or call 01865901222.

*Oxfordshire Mind at oxfordshiremind.org.uk or phone 01865 263730.

*Samaritans are also available on 116123.

For those aged under 18 visit Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)