Expanding our ability to test, test, test
At the moment, people who are suspected of having Covid 19 undergo a swab PCR test which looks for genetic…
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Home testing to track infection levels in community
Imperial College London is to lead a major programme of testing for COVID-19 to track the progress of the infection…
Covid-19: Supporting informal carers
The Covid-19 pandemic means informal carers need additional support now more than ever, according to UEA expert Dr Morag Farquhar.…
Overeating and alcohol in lockdown
Life in lockdown is having a significant impact on our health. Recognising the triggers for over-eating or increased alcohol intake…
Women still being overlooked on PPE
A survey of Prospect members has shown that women are still being overlooked when it comes to appropriate PPE. Size…
Covid-19: deaths from cancer could rise by at least 20%
Bowel Cancer UK have commented that Deaths in people with cancer could rise by at least 20%. The COVID-19 emergency…
How lockdown impacts those with bone, joint and muscle pain
How does lockdown impact those people with bone, joint and muscle pain? University of East Anglia researchers are launching a…
Nanoparticles effective in treatment of severe inflammatory processes
Researchers from the Galien Institute at Paris-Saclay University/ CNRS have developed nanoparticles that are effective in the treatment of severe…
WHO warns immunization coverage at risk
Shutting down immunization services in the COVID-19 pandemic risks triggering a resurgence of diseases that can be prevented with safe…
RMC calls for tightening of rules on use of PPE
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow has called on the NHS across the UK to adopt more…