Major measles outbreaks predicted for 2021
Major measles outbreaks will likely occur during 2021 as an unexpected consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new…
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Love during lockdown study
Love goes on in lockdown, but is less physical for some: study. Sexual activity and dating app use declined among…
COPD: Many do not understand their condition
The Taskforce for Lung Health is calling for people with suspected or diagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to receive…
Making surgery safer during the pandemic
Routine testing for COVID-19 can make surgery safer according to a study led by the University of Birmingham: Using nasal…
COVID response: opportunity to build back better
Response to COVID-19 an opportunity to build back better: Data released on first day of CBI Annual Conference suggests majority…
Toothbrush sharing linked with spread of COVID-19
Sharing toothbrushes and other ill-advised oral hygiene measures could play an influential role in spreading COVID-19, according to new research.…
Severe COVID-19 infection rare in newborn babies
Severe COVID-19 infection appears rare in newborn babies, suggests a new study. The UK-wide analysis, led by researchers from Imperial College…
Wealthy countries hoarding breakthrough vaccines
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL: Wealthy countries already hoarding breakthrough vaccines Responding to the announcement by Pfizer-BioNTech that the COVID-19 vaccine it is…
COVID-19 Series: Vaccines and living with the virus – Episode 50
This episode of the COVID-19 Series will feature an interview with Sir Jeremy Farrar, Director of the Wellcome Trust. In an…
Loneliness and isolation fuelling alcohol addiction in older people
Birmingham-based Priory expert: Loneliness and isolation is fuelling alcohol addiction in older people:- Leading psychiatrist Dr Syed Omair Ahmed says…