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UK Health Security Agency launches antibody surveillance program for the general public

Thousands of adults a day will be given free access to antibody tests through a new national surveillance programme launched by the UK Health Security Agency next week, to help improve our understanding of immunity against COVID-19 from vaccination and infection.

23 Aug 2021

Additional healthcare and housing support for Afghans coming to the UK

Additional healthcare provision, access to COVID-19 vaccinations and funding for housing will be provided to support Afghans coming to the UK via the Afghanistan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme.

20 Aug 2021

NHS Test and Trace data shows mass events can be conducted safely, but public should remain cautious

Data from NHS Test and Trace shows that mass participation events can be conducted safely, but caution must still be taken around specific aspects of event participation.

20 Aug 2021

MHRA approves first monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 in the UK

Following on from a thorough review of the evidence carried out by the MHRA, and recommendation by the Commission on Human Medicines (CHM), the government's independent expert scientific advisory body, the MHRA has approved Ronapreve as the first monoclonal antibody combination product indicated for use in the prevention and treatment of acute COVID-19 infection for the UK.

20 Aug 2021

Vaccines remain the most effective way to protect against COVID-19 Delta variant, study says

Obtaining two vaccine doses remains the most effective way to ensure protection against the COVID-19 Delta variant of concern dominant in the UK today, according to a study from the University of Oxford.

19 Aug 2021

Better Care Fund increased to continue driving integration between health and social care system

The Better Care Fund has been increased this year to continue driving integration between the health and social care system and support local recovery from the pandemic.

19 Aug 2021

Research highlights key challenges faced by social care workers during Covid-19 pandemic

New research from Keele University has highlighted the key challenges that workers in the social care sector faced during the first wave of Covid-19.

17 Aug 2021

First dose of COVID-19 vaccine to be offered to all young people aged 16 to 17 in England

All young people aged 16 to 17 in England are to be offered the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Monday 23 August to give them the vital protection provided by the vaccine before returning to school in September, the Health and Social Secretary Sajid Javid has announced today (15 August).

16 Aug 2021

Cost of NHS Test and Trace tests for international arrivals to be reduced in the UK

UK holidaymakers will benefit from cheaper travel testing packages, with the price of some tests to fall by a fifth from today.

16 Aug 2021

Study exposes the dire need for new clinical risk management tools to prevent COVID-19 deaths

A new study exposes the dire need for new clinical risk management tools to help hospital healthcare workers prevent the deaths and intensive care admissions of Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) COVID-19 patients with pneumonia, say researchers.

13 Aug 2021

Study finds new pair of gene variants that causes sudden onset of hypertension in pregnant women

An international study, led by researchers from Queen Mary University of London and St Bartholomew's Hospital, has found a unique pair of gene variants that causes sudden onset high blood pressure in pregnant women.

12 Aug 2021

Over 70% of young people in England vaccinated with a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Over 70% of young people aged 18 to 29 in England have received a first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, the latest figures show, providing vital protection against infection and serious illness from the virus.

12 Aug 2021

Three quarters of UK adults have received both doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Three quarters of adults in the UK have now received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, as the public continues to do what it can to protect themselves, their loved ones and their community.

10 Aug 2021

Study uncovers startling evidence from coroners' inquests into suicides of older people in the 1700s

Previous studies of suicide in the 1700s have focussed on societal attitudes rather than the experiences of people who took their own lives. These suicides have largely been described as 'medicalised' acts driven by lunacy.

10 Aug 2021

Study sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 on ethnocultural communities

A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 on ethnocultural community members living in vulnerable circumstances.

9 Aug 2021

Nightlife industry joins national effort to drive COVID-19 vaccine uptake among young people

Leading figures of the nightlife industry - including venues Ministry of Sound and Heaven - have joined the national effort to get the country vaccinated as they urge young people to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

5 Aug 2021

REACT-1 study: COVID-19 infection rates three times lower for double vaccinated people

The latest REACT-1 study findings from Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI show COVID-19 infection rates are three times lower for double vaccinated people.

4 Aug 2021

Data shows worrying rise in pregnant women admitted to hospital with symptomatic COVID-19

The Chief Midwifery Officer for England will urge expectant mums to have their COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible.

4 Aug 2021

New strategies for trauma centers to address root causes of violence

Trauma surgeons are often the first point of contact with the health care system for victims of violence. However, their role can extend beyond caring for a patient's physical injuries.

30 Jul 2021

COVID-19 lockdown linked to fall in early childhood vaccination in England, a rise in Scotland

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) led to numerous and sweeping restrictions in many countries, including the UK, limiting social and economic activity.

26 Jul 2021

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UK Health Security Agency launches antibody surveillance program for the general public

Additional healthcare and housing support for Afghans coming to the UK

NHS Test and Trace data shows mass events can be conducted safely, but public should remain cautious

MHRA approves first monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 in the UK

Vaccines remain the most effective way to protect against COVID-19 Delta variant, study says

Better Care Fund increased to continue driving integration between health and social care system

Research highlights key challenges faced by social care workers during Covid-19 pandemic

First dose of COVID-19 vaccine to be offered to all young people aged 16 to 17 in England

Cost of NHS Test and Trace tests for international arrivals to be reduced in the UK

Study exposes the dire need for new clinical risk management tools to prevent COVID-19 deaths

Study finds new pair of gene variants that causes sudden onset of hypertension in pregnant women

Over 70% of young people in England vaccinated with a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Three quarters of UK adults have received both doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Study uncovers startling evidence from coroners' inquests into suicides of older people in the 1700s

Study sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 on ethnocultural communities

Nightlife industry joins national effort to drive COVID-19 vaccine uptake among young people

REACT-1 study: COVID-19 infection rates three times lower for double vaccinated people

Data shows worrying rise in pregnant women admitted to hospital with symptomatic COVID-19

New strategies for trauma centers to address root causes of violence

COVID-19 lockdown linked to fall in early childhood vaccination in England, a rise in Scotland

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