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Wayne Erasmus says he has not been able to see or speak to his son Huw for three years.

The BBC's Fergus Walsh assesses the chances of contracting Covid-19 in the UK and the best ways to avoid it.

About 15,000 children in the UK have arthritis, but many face delays in diagnosis, says a charity.

Steve Walsh, linked to 11 cases in the UK, France and Majorca, says his thoughts are with other patients.

Researchers had been calling for an official name to avoid confusion around the virus.

With the country reeling from the massive public health disaster, what might it mean for the economy, society and those in power?

Hubei officials lose their jobs in the most high-profile 'removals' of the coronavirus outbreak.

The announcement highlights the high level of Chinese government surveillance of its citizens.

The move comes as the number of UK cases doubles, and ministers toughen rules on quarantine.

Women's choices on when to have children may be affected by the current law, ministers say.

Josh Pike has been joined by groups of strangers on his year of sunrise swims - and a friendly seal.

The number of people diagnosed rose from 190,772 to 267,615 between 2008 and 2018, a study by Diabetes Scotland shows.

Three-month-old Lewys Crawford died the day after his parents took him to hospital.

Some people pass on their infection to large numbers of people - is it happening with coronavirus?

Meanwhile, another 60 people have caught the virus on a quarantined cruise ship in Japan.

The government issues new powers to force people into quarantine as UK cases double to eight.

Families say their babies would have survived had East Kent NHS Trust provided better care.

NHS staff pressures are leaving 120,000 patients a year "in the dark" about their illness, a charity says.

An undercover investigation finds companies offering training for fraudulent qualifications.

Six in 10 over-50s with HIV receive a late diagnosis, as experts call for more awareness of sexually transmitted infections.

Research has found women are at a greater risk than men and the effects are more severe.

Alfie finds the live shows stressful so was delighted when Strictly put on a relaxed performance.

More than 10,000 people get sepsis each year in Wales and about 2,000 die, according to a charity.

They are linked to the UK's third case of the virus, a man who tested positive in Brighton.

Gwyneth Paltrow's exploration of alternative therapies has angered critics, including the NHS.

Vascular surgeon Neil Hopper had both of his legs amputated after contracting sepsis.

UK citizens returning from the coronavirus-hit city will be quarantined for 14 days.

Li Wenliang's death has sparked unprecedented levels of grief and anger on Chinese social media.

Manish Shah is given three life sentences for assaulting 24 female patients - including a teenage girl.

Former health secretary Jeremy Hunt questions why mistakes seem to "keep repeating themselves" .

Martin Hywood's prolific charity fundraising caught the attention of famous comedian Jon Richardson.

Valentina Daprile lost her son when he was eight days old. She and her husband donated his organs so another child could live.

Experts say supply problems of key contraceptives could lead to unplanned pregnancies and abortions.

Andrea Drummer is the woman behind the first cannabis cafe in the US, but for now you may still want to BYO brownies.

US-style websites where people win money for losing weight are using social media to reach Brits.

The middle-aged man, diagnosed in Brighton, is being treated at a London hospital, it is understood.

Dozens of women who thought they were having a "complete mesh removal" are said to be affected.

There is no need to avoid Chinese food or keep your pets at a distance - we give you the facts.

Thousands of women are thought to have been affected by the backlog in the West Midlands.

The baby in Wuhan may have contracted the virus in the womb, or immediately after birth.

Prince William has launched a new initiative aimed at normalising conversations about mental health.

Government adviser calls for change in culture on painkillers with greater focus on social issues.

The move is meant to protect other patients from infection if people ignore advice to self-isolate.

Rachel Maclean says she now has "doubts about the procedure and my health years later".

The 'visionary' microbiologist is remembered for research that helped save thousands of lives.

About 20 families took part in the protest demanding the NHS funds medical cannabis treatments.

Two charities are urging the government to increase funding to sexual health services and education.

Government charter comes after expats were urged to leave China as the outbreak claims more lives.

The magician recalls how his poor health nearly robbed him of the use of his hands to perform.

Experts say China's recent measures have created a chance to stop the virus becoming a global crisis.