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Deaths at home: More than 26,000 extra this year, ONS finds
Far more people are dying at home in England and Wales than normal from heart disease and dementia.
Covid: Greater Manchester restrictions delay 'puts lives at risk'
A decision on local rules and financial support must be made "one way or another", a minister says.
Coronavirus: Almost 1,500 cases recorded in NI schools
The figures come as NI's schools face a two-week closure aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus.
Circuit breaker: What is a circuit-breaker lockdown?
The BBC's Laura Foster explains what a circuit-breaker is and how it could help tackle Covid-19.
Covid lockdown: Wales poised for decision on circuit-breaker
The Welsh Government is expected to announce its decision on a "fire-break" lockdown later.
Covid: England boosting plasma stocks for patients
Fourteen new donation centres are to open around the country in November and December.
Endometriosis care needs urgent improvement, MPs say
The condition, which causes severe pain and heavy periods, takes eight years on average to be diagnosed.
The British athletes battling eating disorders in sport
Former Paralympian Rachel Morris competed in both rowing and cycling while also struggling with an eating disorder.
Covid: What the tier rules say about the split between science and politics
Why does the divergence between science and politics appear to be wider than it has ever been?
Covid patients 'less likely to die than in April'
Patients admitted to intensive care have a better chance of surviving now than they did in the first wave.
Coronavirus infections still rising rapidly
The R number has crept up to 1.3-1.5, with growth of the epidemic still widespread.
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says taking action is 'right and responsible thing to do'
PM Boris Johnson says he will introduce local contact tracing ahead of new Tier 3 restrictions.
Coronavirus: Higher ethnic death risk 'not linked to health'
Where people live and the jobs they do are more likely to explain the differences, research shows.
Jeremy Farrar: We need a national consensus for the way forward
A leading scientist who sits on the SAGE committee that advises the government says the current row between Westminster and local leaders is “very dangerous”.
Covid: Remdesivir 'has little or no effect' on survival, says WHO
Drug manufacturer Gilead has questioned the findings, from a clinical study by the WHO.
Covid: Row over regional rules 'damaging to public health', scientist warns
Divisions between No 10 and local leaders in England are "very dangerous", a Sage scientist says.
Covid-19: Is Sweden getting it right?
The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at one country that has been an outlier from the start of the pandemic.
Covid restrictions: Matt Hancock says 'things will get worse before they get better'
The Health Secretary has announced that tougher Tier 2 Covid measures will come into force in a number of areas.
Covid-19: Talks continue over new restrictions for parts of England
Greater Manchester and Lancashire are among the areas that could be placed under "very high alert".
Covid: NHS staff testing 'dismantled' in virus hotspots
Health leaders' representative says it has taken a "herculean effort" to restore capacity.
East Kent Hospitals: 'Toxic culture risks patients' lives'
"Bullying" senior management left staff fearful at East Kent Hospitals Trust, the BBC has been told.
'I fear being a forgotten casualty of pandemic'
Heart-disease deaths among younger adults have risen - Sarah Fisher fears she could be next.
Coronavirus: 'Long Covid could be four different syndromes'
People with long-lasting effects of coronavirus infection are not being believed or treated, a review says.
Coronavirus: Are some soaps better than others?
With so many different soaps to choose from, Dr Michelle Wong explains how to find the best soap for you.
Down's syndrome language: 'No-one meant anything hurtful"
A mother of a young boy with Down's syndrome is helping to teach people about appropriate language.
Covid: Two-week circuit breaker 'may halve deaths', report says
A circuit breaker could change the course of the epidemic and buy more time, a report says.
Covid and mental health: 'Children are being failed massively'
A mum describes the pain of seeing her son's mental health suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid tier system: What is the tier lockdown system in England?
The BBC's Laura Foster uses baked goods to explain how the new Covid alert system in England will work.
Covid-19: Vaccine should be widely available ‘next year’
Head of Vaccine Taskforce says she would be "surprised" if vaccine wasn't available next year.
Covid-19: New three-tier restrictions come into force in England
Most of the country is in the lowest tier but millions in the North and the Midlands face extra curbs.
Covid Sage documents: The scientific evidence and what No 10 then did
The government did not take the recommendation of a "circuit breaker" lockdown.
Covid 19: Care home visitor scheme to be piloted in England
People could see loved ones regularly in trial, if they are tested for Covid and wear PPE.
Trial to test if Vitamin D protects against Covid
Vitamin pills will be posted to 5,000 UK residents to see if they help boost immunity.
Covid: Sage scientists called for short lockdown weeks ago
The government took "robust action" at the time, such as the rule of six, a cabinet minister says.
Covid-19: Why is Essex County Council pleading for tighter restrictions?
The decision to apply for tougher measures comes amid concerns over an "exponential" rise in cases.
Shielding not needed yet, despite rising Covid rate
The most clinically vulnerable people in England will get a letter to explain how to stay safe.
Coronavirus: 'Momentous' errors worsened Austria ski resort outbreak
One of Europe's first outbreaks at two Austrian resorts could have been contained, a report says.
NHS Covid app updated to 'fix' phantom messages
People will still see alerts but will now get a follow-up message telling them to ignore it.
Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine trial paused due to ill volunteer
An independent review is under way to check if the symptoms could be a side-effect of the jab.
Coronavirus: Ethnic-minority vaccine volunteers needed
Scientists need more recruits belonging to ethnic minorities, to make sure the vaccine works for all.
Covid-19: Are we still listening to the science?
Sage and Prof Chris Whitty appear at odds with the political decisions made by government.
Long Covid: Derbyshire woman says she uses swimming to help
Louise Buxton was a healthy, 47-year-old swimming teacher but now says she struggles with symptoms of Long Covid.
The dogs trained to sniff out Covid-19
Specially trained dogs in Lebanon are learning to detect coronavirus as part of a research project.
Covid: Boris Johnson tells of 'dashboard warnings' over rise in cases
Boris Johnson rules out a full lockdown "right now" as he launches new tiers of restrictions in England.
Covid care: 'It is very serious and it is very real'
Ward manager Nadine McStein explains the pressures on staff as coronavirus admissions rise again.
'Come forward to GP about cancer symptoms', experts say
Fewer people are coming forward for lung and prostate cancer tests, charity warns.
Covid: Nightingale hospitals in northern England told to get ready
Advisers say the situation is "hotting up", and hospitals in England must prepare for more Covid patients.
Covid: Three-tier lockdown system to be unveiled in England
The Liverpool City Region is expected to face the tightest Covid restrictions under the new system.
Covid: Evidence suggests shouting and singing can spread virus
Deputy chief medical officer warns closed and crowded spaces can increase coronavirus transmission.
Covid: NHS 'determined' to keep non-Covid services running
Prof Stephen Powis says they will do everything they can to maintain capacity for non-Covid services
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