Covid: Pulse oxygen monitors work less well on darker skin, experts say

Pulse oximeters, which spot falling oxygen levels, may work less well on darker skin, experts warn.

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Hunt for certainty over Covid cases continues

Flurry of Covid data does not resolve debate around state of the pandemic in the UK.

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Latitude festival-goers test positive for coronavirus

The 40,000 people a day Latitude festival is a Covid-19 restrictions test event for the government.

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More detailed data released on Covid in hospitals

New NHS England data shows 23% of Covid patients were admitted for other reasons.

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Drug deaths in Scotland reach new record level

The country continues to have the worst drug death rate in Europe, with a further 1,339 people dying last year.

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Pregnant women urged to get jab as majority unvaccinated

Estimates suggest that hundreds of thousands of pregnant women in England have not yet had the vaccine.

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Nightclubs start asking for NHS Covid pass in England

It comes as the Lib Dems demand MPs debate their use in England amid concerns over discrimination.

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Covid vaccines have prevented 60,000 deaths in England - Jonathan Van-Tam

He says future lockdowns are less likely the more people, including 18-25-year olds, get vaccinated.

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Drug firm fined for huge price rise that hit NHS

Advanz pushed up the price of thyroid tablet packs more than 10-fold, says the competition watchdog.

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Woman died in Cardiff home after waiting 'hours' for ambulance

Maria Whale's husband John questioned whether his wife would have lived if help had come sooner.

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Covid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinated

Some tourists are spending thousands of dollars to travel to the US to get a coronavirus vaccine.

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Blood inquiry: Former health minister defends blood products advice on Aids

Infected blood scandal survivors have accused ministers of misleading the public in 1983.

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Are middle-aged people more unhealthy than ever?

Why could the current cohort of 40-somethings be proving less healthy than previous generations?

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Covid: No quarantine for fully jabbed US and EU travellers to England

The travel industry had been pushing for the rule change so tourists can more easily come to England.

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NHS England to appoint first female chief executive

The prime minister is expected to rubber-stamp Amanda Pritchard's appointment imminently.

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Covid: Deaf woman wins claim over lack of sign language at briefings

A lack of sign language at two government briefings was discriminatory, a High Court judge finds.

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Coronavirus: Four numbers that reveal the real trends

Does a week of falling case numbers mean we're close to the end?

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Fully jabbed from EU and US could avoid quarantine

Senior cabinet ministers are due to discuss the move for arrivals to England in a meeting on Wednesday.

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Chronic health issues for third in late 40s - study

About one in three has problems such as high blood pressure and mental ill health, a study suggests.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/372j6yz

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Covid: UK Covid cases fall for seventh day in a row

Despite falling numbers, the PM is urging people to "remain cautious" and "not jump to conclusions".

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Covid-19: Irish vaccine programme to include 12-15-year-olds

Taoiseach (Irish PM) Micheál Martin says it represents a "significant opening up" of the programme.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3BLI1nX

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Contaminated-blood inquiry: Former Health Minister Clarke denies responsibility

Lord Clarke is the first senior health minister from the 1980s to testify on the NHS scandal.

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Covid: Alert over inaccurate thermometers bought in UK

Sales have increased in the pandemic but some products are not fit for purpose, UK regulator warns.

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Contaminated blood inquiry: Former health minister Clarke to give evidence

It is the first time a health minister serving at the time of the scandal has faced the inquiry.

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Ian Paterson: Plans for further breast surgeon compensation

A further 5,500 patients of Ian Paterson have been identified since he was jailed.

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Whipps Cross Hospital patients evacuated after flooding

"Major incident" at Whipps Cross Hospital as fire brigade takes 1,000 flood calls across London.

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Lockdown weight gain averaging half a stone - survey

Four in 10 adults in England have become fatter during the pandemic, a survey suggests.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3ryhaHi

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Covid-19: Recent claims about cremations and vaccines fact-checked

Debunking claims shared widely on social media about cremations in the UK and US vaccine statistics.

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Covid-19: Health trusts in appeal to off-duty staff

Health officials say some services and surgery may be cancelled due to "extreme strain" from Covid admissions.

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Flooded London hospitals ask patients to stay away

Torrential rain saw severe flooding in homes, roads and tube stations in parts of London on Sunday.

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Senior doctors in England to be consulted on NHS pay offer

The BMA doctors' union says the 3% pay rise offer for NHS staff in England is "bitterly disappointing".

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Coronavirus infections continue to fall in UK

But any rise in cases linked to the 19 July unlocking is unlikely to show up in the daily data just yet.

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Covid: Moderna jab approved for teenagers in EU

Vaccination with Moderna's jab can now be extended to adolescents, the EU medicines watchdog says.

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Covid infections around the UK continue to rise

Cases continue to increase, with more rises possible once the impact of easing restrictions kicks in.

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Covid-19: Stoke-on-Trent care firm feels pain of 34 deaths

Phil Lloyd, from NG Healthcare, said staff did everything they could to stop the virus spreading.

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AI breakthrough could spark medical revolution

A program has been used to predict the structures of nearly every protein in the human body.

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Daily contact testing in schools cuts absences, study finds

A study in 200 English secondary schools and colleges found very few infections in close contacts of cases.

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Covid vaccine: Eight-week gap seen as sweet spot for Pfizer jab antibodies

Spacing out doses boosts antibody levels, say researchers - who suggest eight weeks as the "sweet spot"

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Child winter respiratory illness on rise in summer

Parents are warned to look out for signs of RSV, after lockdown disrupted its normal winter spread.

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How the lives of ex-sportsmen and women have been affected by concussion

BBC Radio 5 Live speaks to former sportsmen and women and their families about how concussion has changed their lives.

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Covid cases at record levels for 20 to 29-year-olds

Everyone in this age group should be cautious when socialising, officials say, and get two jabs.

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Covid: China rejects WHO plan for second phase of virus origin probe

China says a proposal to audit labs shows "disrespect to common sense and arrogance towards science".

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Covid: Where and why is the US vaccine rollout slowing down?

Vaccinations in the US are slowing as infections rise - we've looked at where and why this is happening.

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Nottingham maternity scandal: 'The pain never goes away'

More than 20 families demand a completely independent inquiry into an NHS trust's failing maternity services.

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Nurses may consider industrial action over 3% NHS pay rise, union says

The Royal College of Nursing says members are "angry and upset" about the size of the increase.

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Eating disorders: Number of under-20s in hospital up 50%

Admissions soared during the pandemic, and NHS bosses warn they are running out of beds.

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Sport is 'marking its own homework' on athletes' brain injuries, say MPs

There has been little effort to protect athletes or track concussion problems, an MPs' inquiry says.

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Coronavirus: Worst affected care homes revealed by watchdog

Figures from Care Quality Commission lay out the pandemic's 'devastating impact' on care homes in England.

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NHS workers in England offered 3% pay rise

Nurses and other NHS workers will get the extra 'in recognition of unique impact of pandemic' on staff.

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Seaside poor health overlooked, warns Whitty

Bad housing and deprivation are a toxic mix for health, says England's chief medical officer.

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Non-surgical beauty treatment industry like Wild West - MPs

"Complete absence" of regulation of treatments such as botox-style injections and fillers condemned by MPs.

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Covid: What happens when people no longer have to wear masks?

Face coverings became optional in many settings in England on Monday - what's the evidence for them?

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Covid-19: Crucial for pinged people to self-isolate - No 10

Downing Street tries to clear up confusion after a minister says people can make an "informed decision".

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Covid: Mask wearing return for Jersey as cases rise

Mask wearing will be mandatory in public indoor settings again after a rise in Jersey Covid cases.

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Covid: Critical workers to avoid close contact isolation

People performing "critical" tasks including air traffic controllers will be exempt under new rules.

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Heatwaves and the human body

What impact do high temperatures have on our bodies?

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Which children are being vaccinated and why?

Hundreds of thousands of children at higher risk from coronavirus infection will be offered a Covid vaccine in the UK.

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Covid: Lifting all restrictions at once is reckless, says Sir Keir Starmer

Boris Johnson has urged caution as most legal rules on social contact are lifted in England.

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Covid jabs for some under-18s to be recommended in UK

The vaccines minister tells BBC Breakfast he has received expert advice on which children might benefit.

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Covid: Double-jabbed NHS staff could avoid isolation if service under pressure

Fully-vaccinated health workers in England could skip quarantine if services come under pressure.

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Covid: Global healthcare workers missing out on jabs

Campaigners say millions have not had even one vaccine dose, raising concerns for their communities.

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19 July: England Covid restrictions ease as PM urges caution

There will be no limit on how many people can meet, nightclubs can reopen and large events resume.

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Covid: UK faces a difficult summer, says leading scientist

Prof Neil Ferguson says there could be as many as 200,000 cases a day as restrictions ease.

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'Working in Mum's care home brought us closer'

Lydia Loader, whose mother Sally has dementia, heard her speak for the first time in 18 months.

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Long Covid funding to unearth new treatments

Researchers from across the UK will investigate everything from brain fog to ongoing breathlessness.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/36JDLak

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Covid: Vaccine offered to all UK adults, says government

More than two-thirds of people have had both doses as England prepares for rules to ease on Monday.

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UK plans biggest flu vaccine rollout this winter

Free vaccines will be offered to more than 35 million people, including more teenagers than ever before.

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Covid: Fully jabbed arrivals from France must still quarantine

A planned relaxation of England's rules from Monday will not apply due to cases of the Beta variant.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'Not having the vaccine is the biggest mistake of my life’

The number of Covid patients in Bradford Royal Infirmary is rising sharply - and half are unvaccinated.

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Covid: UK daily cases pass 50,000 for first time since January

It comes after England's chief medical officer warned hospitalisations could hit "scary numbers".

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Winter vomiting virus warning for England

Cases of norovirus are going up with a number of outbreaks caused by the vomiting bug in recent weeks, say officials.

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Covid infections are high and rising around the UK

Cases have risen again in many regions, data reveals, ahead of England dropping most Covid rules on Monday.

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Heat-health alert issued in England for weekend

Public Heath England wants people to look out for those who may be at risk in warmer weather.

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Covid: Be cautious as England lockdown ends, urges Whitty

It comes as the UK recorded nearly 50,000 new cases on Thursday - the highest number since January.

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Covid: Younger adults still at risk of serious organ damage - study

Adults below the age of 50 are almost as likely to suffer from medical complications as those over 50.

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'Virginity-repair' surgery set to be banned

Plans to outlaw the practice in England and Wales have been tabled in Parliament.

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Covid: Mandatory isolation scrapped for unvaccinated close contacts

Those not fully vaccinated will be asked to test at home as an alternative to mandatory isolation.

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Covid-19 rules: How six countries fared after easing Covid rules

As England approaches an end to social contact laws, how have other countries managed?

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National Food Strategy: Prescribe vegetables, tax sugar and salt, says report

A review led by Henry Dimbleby calls on England to "seize the moment" to build a better food system.

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Medics fear surge in winter viruses plus Covid

A potential triple whammy of viruses prompts calls for more testing to reduce spread this autumn.

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Almost 7,000 waiting for lifesaving transplants

Despite services recovering quickly there are still thousands waiting for organs, report says.

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Covid unlocking a ‘perfect storm’ for pregnant women

Doctors and midwives warn Covid poses a greater risk to women in the later stages of pregnancy.

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DR Congo: Measles vaccines missed because of Covid focus

The WHO warns of potential outbreaks in countries like DR Congo, while the focus is on Covid-19.

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Covid: Medical staff 'distressed' by third wave

Hospitals in the north-east of England are facing a new surge of cases.

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Suffolk boy's first walk to school after spine operation

Bryson has cerebral palsy but had always wanted to walk the half-mile journey like his classmates.

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NHS Covid app: Should it stay or should it go?

There is a clash over the future of the NHS tracing app, as many delete it - or ignore its alerts.

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Covid: South Tyneside case rate now highest in England

South Tyneside saw 1,359 cases per 100,000 people in a week, making it the highest in England.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2UN5S60

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Covid: Masks to remain compulsory on London transport

Face coverings must be worn despite restrictions easing in England on 19 July, London's mayor says.

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Compulsory vaccinations for care home staff in England backed by MPs

But Conservative MPs criticise the government for not publishing an impact assessment before the vote.

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Coil pain: ‘Our voices have been heard’

Campaigner delighted after doctors told to offer pain relief for all coil fittings.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3i2KHER

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Cancer backlog in England to be cleared 'by March 2022'

NHS bosses are also concerned about those who didn't come forward for tests last year.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3i8G9g4

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France Covid: Vaccinations mandatory for all health workers

Amid a surge in cases, President Emmanuel Macron announces new measures to combat Covid.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3e7jnnG

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Covid: Bus and train firms must decide whether to require masks

Masks will not be legally required on public transport when Covid restrictions are eased in England.

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England captain Harry Kane sends video to toddler with brain cancer

The England captain said he wanted to "put a smile" on the family's faces ahead of Sunday's final.

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Scottish mesh patients can have corrective surgery in US and England

The Scottish government will pay for the operations and travel to clinics in Missouri and Bristol in south west England.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3xDm1cs

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Long Covid: Will I ever get better?

The BBC's Lucy Adams wants to know what long Covid actually is and how to make it go away.

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Covid vaccine: Thailand decides to mix jabs as cases spike

The decision comes after hundreds of medical workers caught Covid despite being fully vaccinated.

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Covid Australia: 'Graphic' vaccine advert sparks backlash

Critics say the clip of a woman gasping for air is unfair to young people who can't get a vaccine yet.

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Long Covid: Early findings bring hope for diagnostic tests

Scientists say early research findings could lead to a diagnostic test for those with long-term symptoms.

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Covid-19: PM urges caution as 19 July unlocking set to go ahead

Boris Johnson warns that Covid cases, currently at 30,000 a day, will rise as restrictions end.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3e6Stwq

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Covid-19: Masks still expected to be worn indoors after 19 July - Zahawi

England is moving from "you must" wear a mask to "you are expected to", the vaccines minister says.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3hvELFa

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Covid: Woman aged 90 died with double variant infection

Simultaneous infections are rare but can happen, particularly in people yet to be vaccinated, warn experts.

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Covid: NHS backlog in England could reach 13 million, says Sajid Javid

Sajid Javid says waiting list projections "shocked me the most" in his first days as health secretary.

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Colchester parents 'ecstatic' after baby approved for £1.7m drug

Ten-month-old Edward will receive the world's most expensive drug after a campaign by his parents.

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Covid origins: Scientists weigh up evidence over virus's origins

Researchers aim to "set the record straight" on how the virus transferred from bats into humans.

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Covid: Fully jabbed NHS staff may not have to isolate

Health leaders urge the government to change quarantine rules to avoid severe staff shortages.

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Covid to get worse before it gets better, doctors warn

Medical leaders urge people to act with care including continuing to wear face masks in indoor areas.

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Heart inflammation link to Pfizer and Moderna jabs

But European regulators say the benefits of Covid vaccines continue to far outweigh the risks.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3hsEYsQ

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Covid vaccines do work well in clinically vulnerable

A study of more than a million people shows those with other conditions get high protection from two doses.

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Marked increase in Covid infections across UK

New infections continue to rise, as England prepares to lift further restrictions.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2TTttBB

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NHS Covid app may change as rules change, Grant Shapps says

The transport secretary says the app's sensitivity may need to be reduced as restrictions change.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3hRpddZ

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Social care workers lose out on £7,000 in pay each year, charity says

Social care workers have similar skills to others but are paid thousands less, a charity says.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3dXqLlm

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Covid: Children's extremely low risk confirmed by study

The overall risk of death is around two in a million children, scientists looking at England's data estimate.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2VnYw9f

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Covid-19: Amber list quarantine for fully vaccinated to end on 19 July

The exemption will apply to vaccinated UK residents and under-18s arriving in England from 19 July.

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PIP: Rules to be eased for terminally ill benefit claimants

Ministers will extend the criteria to fast-track benefits payments to patients in England and Wales

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3jWKQvX

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Contraceptive mini pill can be sold over the counter in UK

A prescription is no longer needed for certain progesterone-only pills, the UK's drug regulator says.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3ysUieK

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Euro 2020: Man missed England win to donate stem cells

Sam Astley's partner won tickets but he says there was "no way" he was going to delay the donation.

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Covid: Leeds Teaching Hospitals postpone elective operations

Leeds hospital bosses postpone elective surgeries to allow them to prioritise urgent treatments.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3wqyFKG

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'Fake pills' leave several seriously ill in Swansea hospital

It is thought tablets are being sold as Valium and Xanax, prompting a warning from health officials.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3qRVHch

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Covid: International travel changes for fully vaccinated people to be set out

How, when and who will benefit from changes to quarantine rules will be detailed in the Commons later.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3qTkqwI

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Covid: Watching Euros may be behind rise in infections in men

Men were 30% more likely than women to test positive for the virus in the past two weeks, a study suggests.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3hk6Cbn

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Women's health inquiry: Anger at slow progress

An epilepsy drug, a pregnancy test and mesh implants have all caused women or their babies harm.

source BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3AGQQPk

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Covid: Cases in UK rise above 30,000 for first time since January

More than 32,500 confirmed cases have been reported in the country, up 43% on the same day last week.

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Covid: Millions could be self-isolating between now and 16 August

BBC analysis shows more than 4.5 million people could be asked to self-isolate before 16 August.

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Dying too young: Maps show little has changed in 170 years

Why do areas with high Covid death rates match places with the worst health in Victorian times?

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Government must clearly communicate Covid rule changes, say psychologists

Using nuanced language, acknowledging uncertainty and being empathetic are vital, a study suggests.

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LGB people 'more likely to have mental health issues'

They are also more likely to drink heavily and smoke but less likely to be overweight, report finds.

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Covid: Fully jabbed people to be treated differently - Javid

The health secretary is to announce changes to self-isolation for those who have had two jabs.

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Covid-19: 'For us it's not freedom day, is it?'

Their medical conditions mean they are considered vulnerable to Covid. How are they feeling now?

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Long Covid: Fears others will suffer when lockdown lifts

Jasmine Hayer wants people to observe social distancing and wear masks even when not mandatory.

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Covid-19: New rules for schools in England to be set out

It is expected that testing of pupils will replace the need to send entire class "bubbles" home.

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Culture of blame holding back maternity safety, report finds

An MPs' report finds a "culture of blame" preventing staff admitting mistakes and lessons being learned.

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Covid: Most rules set to end in England, says PM

Boris Johnson says the success of the vaccine means England can begin to look beyond restrictions.

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Covid: Train bosses say social distancing not always possible

Wales' train operator says it is not always possible to enforce Covid rules during busy times.

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Queen gives George Cross to NHS for staff's 'courage and dedication'

It comes as the health service marks its 73rd anniversary on Monday with events across the UK.

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Boris Johnson to set out England's final Covid lockdown easing

Boris Johnson will use Monday's press conference to confirm the next steps on social distancing and masks.

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Covid-19: Compelling health argument for easing lockdown - Javid

Restrictions have saved countless lives but we need to learn to live with Covid, the health secretary says.

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Covid: Keep some restrictions after 19 July, BMA doctors say

An "alarming" rise in cases means some restrictions in England should remain, the British Medical Association says.

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Covid: Broadbent and Walliams in Covid jab campaign film

The video, set to the tune The Rhythm Of Life from Sweet Charity, encourages people to get their jabs.

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Covid: Infections rising, but vaccines saving lives

Hospital admissions are not rising at the same rate as infections across the UK, health officials say.

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Student designs device that stops blood loss from stab wounds

Joseph Bentley, 22, hopes the REACT device will save "hundreds of lives a year".

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Covid: Britons reassured over India-made Covishield jabs and EU travel

Vaccine expert Adam Finn says the jab is "exactly the same", describing the issue as "administrative".

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Why you shouldn't get a second Covid jab too early

A government scientific advisor tells Newsbeat why four weeks is too soon between Covid jabs.

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NHS pay: England senior doctors could strike over 1% rise

Consultants will be consulted on industrial action if the 1% pay rise offer is not improved, says union.

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Ollie Bibby: Hospital apologises to mum unable to visit dying son

Ollie Bibby's family say they are happy that visiting restrictions will be reviewed.

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Covid: Scientists call for expanded list of symptoms

Leading scientists say the official list needs to be expanded to make sure cases are not missed.

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