A clinician who set up one of the world’s largest research studies has been awarded an honorary degree from the University of Bradford. Professor John Wright today receives an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Health for his long standing contribution to the field of healthcare and support for the University and wider Bradford community. Commenting […]
A large proportion of UK healthcare workers may already have been infected with Covid-19, according to new research led by the University of East Anglia in collaboration with University College London. In May, Public Health England added a new loss of taste or smell (anosmia) to the list of symptoms for Covid-19. Research published today […]
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The British Geriatrics Society was alarmed to learn that there has been a U turn in Government policy regarding the provision of rehabilitation services for people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as reported in the HSJ today. The COVID-19 virus has disproportionately affected older people with around half of diagnoses and almost 90% of deaths […]
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A laboratory test that has now been developed by a study group from MedUni Vienna is able to determine whether COVID-19 patients develop protective antibodies after having the disease. The main finding of the test is as follows: the scientists from MedUni Vienna’s Institute of Pathophysiology and Allergy Research discovered that only around 60% of […]
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Over half of British children are suffering with skin problems due to frequent handwashing and eczema rates are on the rise. With the increased need for handwashing since the coronavirus pandemic began, the British Skin Foundation asked 250 parents of young children about the effect this has had on their skin. The results were quite […]
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Community healthcare services have been critical in preventing hospitals from becoming overwhelmed during the coronavirus pandemic and in allowing people to receive the care they need closer to and within their own homes. However, without greater investment and support from the Government, their vital contribution is at risk as the NHS braces itself for a […]
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Despite lockdown loosening, self-isolation is still an important part of the covid-19 crisis for many people. As the situation and the rules change, it can be confusing to work out if or how long you should self-isolate for. In this article, we take you through the official advice and conditions for self-isolation from NHS online. […]
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Facial coverings during lockdown could make our dogs feel confused and concerned as they can’t read human facial expressions or cues. Dogs are really good at reading our facial expressions to tell how we’re feeling. It could be confusing for them to see people’s faces covered. Face masks are a more usual part of our […]
Gyms are beginning to reopen after the covid-19 lockdown, which is great news for our physical and mental health. Many people have been regularly exercising at home throughout lock-down and may choose to continue doing this. Unfortunately, there has been a rise in runners experiencing hip and knee problems when they have been over-exerting themselves […]
It is now mandatory to wear face coverings in shops in England to reduce the transmission of Covid-19. As the wearing of face masks becomes law in many parts of our lives, it is important to know the rules. We will cover everything you need to know about face coverings; why wear them, who is […]