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Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there was no evidence of harm - but the kits should not be used.
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The UK, US and Canada say state-backed hackers tried to steal coronavirus vaccine research.
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Natasha Coates has been shielding due to her condition and feels people like her have been "forgotten".
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US and UK studies suggest promising early findings in the search for a produce an effective vaccine.
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A patient who says she had no confidence for years joins surgeons to call for surgery to resume.
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Research suggests most countries' populations will have shrunk by the end of the century.
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A look at seven countries facing dramatic population changes - and how they are tackling the problem.
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The decline in immunisations against some diseases is the first in nearly 30 years, the UN says.
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A health boss says the majority of new cases in the area are in the south Asian community.
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A study of 120,000 volunteers in England also suggests those aged 18 to 24 were more likely to test positive.
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The family of a young musician who relied on the scans says they didn't warn that his cancer had spread.
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Hospital admissions in England dropped by a third, suggesting thousands did not receive expert care.
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Action on Smoking and Health estimates one million people have stopped smoking in the UK since April.
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The health secretary says the new rule aims to give shoppers confidence and protect retail staff.
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Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust hopes it will reduce the risk of Covid-19 spreading in waiting areas.
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New maternity clothes were taken from pregnant Becky Jones's car while she was having dinner.
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The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.
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The move at Wales' biggest A&E department does not apply to emergency cases.
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"Targeted action" means outbreaks are being swiftly dealt with, the health secretary says.
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Llamas' specially evolved small antibodies are the basis for a coronavirus treatment breakthrough.
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A hairdressing salon is using its bond with customers to help them with mental health issues.
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The father of a five-year-old who died from cancer says he is proud she could help researchers.
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It is one of several restrictions introduced by President Ramaphosa amid rising infection rates.
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A 24-hour tally of 15,299 new coronavirus cases eclipses the worst rates seen in New York in April.
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Boris Johnson says a "stricter" approach to face coverings is needed in confined spaces such as shops.
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Labour says the government must "come clean" on PPE procurement process after £120m face shield deals.
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Relatives fear residents with dementia are deteriorating as coronavirus restrictions limit visitors.
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Two reports charting coronavirus show cases in England falling - with Leicester also seeing a fall.
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The health minister apologises to women, and their children, failed by healthcare professionals.
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A pilot in England will test people without symptoms working in 'high-contact' jobs.
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NHS England figures reveal how the pandemic has changed planned surgery, tests and A&E.
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There are 18,000 more registered than a year ago, but some fear the pandemic could hit recruitment.
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Health and social care leaders warn the prime minister about the impact of the new immigration bill.
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Seventy members of staff from Hillingdon Hospital in west London are self-isolating.
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A review finds patients were disbelieved when raising vaginal mesh and other treatment concerns.
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There must be no shortages in protective gear if the UK faces a second wave of coronavirus, say MPs.
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The way patients' concerns over side effects were dealt with is addressed in a long-awaited review.
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The president follows up his vow to leave the world health body by formally notifying the UN.
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A survey by the Office for National Statistics looked at who had been infected in the community in England.
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The PM said "too many care homes didn't really follow the procedures" on combating coronavirus.
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At least three pubs in England announce they have closed just days after opening their doors again.
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The UK is "way behind" on covering faces to limit the spread of Covid-19, says the Royal Society.
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Boris Johnson says "too many care homes didn't really follow the procedures", so what was the coronavirus guidance given to them?
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Desperate Indian families searching for remdesivir are paying excessive sums to black market dealers.
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Thousands of people with Covid-19 report recurring symptoms for far longer than 14 days.
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Whistleblowers claim Kettering General Hospital manipulated data to make its figures look better.
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The research is based on the number of missed screenings, urgent referrals and delayed treatments.
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The applause was inspired by the weekly Clap for Carers during the peak of the coronavirus lockdown.
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An online portal will launch in England later this month to help people with ongoing symptoms.
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Landmarks will be lit up blue ahead of a nationwide applause celebrating 72 years of the health service.