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Covax vaccine plan: What is it and how will it work?
A global scheme aims to ensure people in poorer countries get vaccinated against Covid.
Covax vaccine-sharing scheme delivers first doses to Ghana
The vaccine-sharing scheme aims to help poorer countries like Ghana get Covid-19 jabs.
Covid: Jo Whiley 'so happy' over learning disability vaccine change
It comes after DJ Jo Whiley's call for people like her sister to be vaccinated as soon as possible.
Jo Whiley welcomes vaccine prioritisation for people with learning disabilities
The body which advises the government on Coronavirus vaccines says everyone registered as having a learning disability is now eligible for a jab.
Cancer: Women to trial 'do-it-at-home' kits for NHS
About 31,000 women will be offered the swab checks, which can help spot early signs of cervical cancer.
Gabby Logan: 'Involve men in menopause discussion'
The broadcaster says a more inclusive debate will "increase empathy and understanding" towards women.
Covid-19: Everyone 'has to play their part' in lockdown easing, says Hancock
But it is too soon to say when social distancing rules will be relaxed, the health secretary says.
Matt Hancock: 'This is on everyone to act together to hit deadline dates'
Hancock stressed that the rules still need to be followed despite the announcement of the easing of lock down road map.
Born in Lockdown: Mothers' stories of giving birth in 2020
A project brings together the experiences of 277 mums who all gave birth in 2020.
Covid vaccines - 'spectacular' impact on serious illness
First evidence jabs are having major impact on serious illness as well as cutting transmission.
Covid-19: Boris Johnson to unveil 'cautious' plan to lift England's lockdown
All schools are expected to reopen on 8 March, with some outdoor socialising allowed from 29 March.
Covid vaccine: HIV clinics to make confidential referrals
A 'significant' number of people with HIV feel unable to talk to their GP, a leading charity said.
Covid vaccines - 'spectacular' impact on serious illness
First evidence from the UK's vaccine programme shows a reduction in hospital admissions in Scotland.
Covid and PTSD: Dispelling misconceptions on those who may have it and why
Lifting the lid on common misconceptions, a mother and former Facebook moderator share their experience with post traumatic stress disorder.
Covid: WHO pleads with Tanzania to start reporting cases
Tanzania is one of the few countries in the world to not publish data on Covid-19 cases.
Jo Whiley on sister's Covid: 'It's been the worst week of our lives'
Jo Whiley was offered a vaccine before her disabled sister, who is now "fighting for her life" with Covid.
Covid vaccine: All UK adults to be offered jab by 31 July - PM
Boris Johnson says there will be "no let up", as he prepares to set out his plan to ease lockdown.
Child heart transplants: 'I'm ecstatic I got such an amazing gift'
Freya Heddington, 14, had a new type of transplant where "non-beating donor hearts" are revived.
Child heart transplants: Record year for new-style operations
A novel approach is cutting waiting lists and helping children like Freya get organ transplants.
Israel eases restrictions following vaccine success
Shops, libraries and museums are now open to the public, following easing of Covid rules.
Coronavirus doctor's diary: Don't ask me which vaccine is best, please
Dr John Wright says he's often asked which vaccine is best, but the answer is it's too early to say.
Bird flu: Russia detects first case of H5N8 bird flu in humans
Workers have been infected at a poultry plant - but there is no sign of transmission between humans.
Covid-19: Care home residents in England to be allowed one regular visitor
They'll be able to meet indoors and hold hands from 8 March, but visitors must get a test and wear PPE.
Covid: Confusion over gestational diabetes advice
Some women who've had the condition have been told to shield while others have not.
Ambulance delays led to 'secondary Covid victims'
Waiting times outside some hospitals increased over Christmas, with a knock-on effect for 999 call-outs
Covid-19 lockdown: Britain's 'plague village'
Almost a year since the start of the pandemic, how have Eyam residents been coping?
Covid and diabetes: My story
Jordan Charles went months with undiagnosed diabetes after contracting Covid-19.
Covid vaccines: Boris Johnson pledges surplus to poorer countries at G7
Boris Johnson is encouraging other rich countries to donate vaccine doses at a virtual G7 meeting.
UK sees further drop in coronavirus numbers
The number of new infections in the community has decreased in all regions, latest data shows.
Covid: Matt Hancock acted unlawfully over pandemic contracts
The health secretary breached his "legal obligation" to publish details of deals, the High Court rules.
Covid vaccine passports could discriminate, experts warn
They are 'feasible' but need to meet 12 tests before being brought in, the Royal Society says.
Meet the first pet getting the 'animal OBE'
Hundreds of thousands of people have seen videos of a therapy dog called Max and his Lake District walks.
Covid: Health workers appeal to PM for better personal protection
In a letter, 20 organisations say measures to tackle airborne spread of coronavirus are "inadequate".
How Norway is offering drug-free treatment to people with psychosis
People with psychosis are usually given powerful medication - in Norway they can now choose to go drug-free.
No Covid variants found on London Tubes, buses and stations
This does not mean none is circulating or commuters can let down their guard, the researchers say.
Covid: Three in 10 care home staff in England not vaccinated
In London only half of care workers have had a jab, despite being in the top four priority groups.
Strong decline in coronavirus across England since January, React study shows
Study finds infections fell by two-thirds - and more in London - but warns virus levels remain high.
Covid-19: Record number of students apply for nursing
Figures show there has been a 32% increase in applications for nursing courses at UK universities.
Long Covid: MPs call for compensation for key workers
Boris Johnson is facing fresh calls to compensate front-line workers suffering from the condition.
Dogs from Milton Keynes charity trained to sniff out prostate cancer
Scientists are working with the dogs on a "robotic nose" to detect the disease in the future.
Covid: Ethnicity vaccine gaps in over-70s
Jabs have been given to just 49% of people from African backgrounds living in England.
Covid-19: What are challenge trials and why do we need them?
Some volunteers in the UK will be deliberately infected with coronavirus in a "challenge trial".
Covid-19: World's first human challenge trials to start in UK
Healthy, young volunteers will be deliberately infected with a low dose of coronavirus.
Covid: Seven symptoms should trigger virus test, study says
Fatigue, headache, sore throat and diarrhoea are also warning signs of the virus, research suggests.
Hospital waiting list 'may double to 10m by April'
There could be a surge in demand from delayed referrals and delays to treatment, a think tank warns.
Covid: How will we know if the vaccine is working?
Deaths are falling faster for the over-80s - but does that mean the vaccine is working?
Covid: Trials test the efficacy of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine on children
Some 300 volunteers will take part in the first coronavirus vaccination trial on children and young adults aged six to 17.
‘People are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel’
Doctors in Wales describe the pressure to help patients who’ve suffered delayed treatment during the pandemic.
Covid: Extra 1.7m vulnerable added to shielding list
The move brings the total to 4m in England and means vaccinations will be prioritised more quickly.
Covid in Scotland: Youngest pupils to return to classrooms
Pupils in P1 to P3 and pre-school children will go back from 22 February, it has been confirmed.
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