National Insurance: Sajid Javid defends tax hike choice for NHS funding
The health secretary says it would be “morally wrong” to put the burden onto future generations by borrowing the money. Source link
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Covid: Sajid Javid defends timing of end to Covid rules and free tests
It is a historic moment, the health secretary says – but he warns we must be ready for more variants. Source link
CDC Defends New COVID Guidance as Doctors Raise Concerns
Jan. 5, 2022 – The CDC’s recently updated guidance on isolating and testing were tied to the public’s increased interest in testing, Director Rochelle Walenksy, MD, said during a White House briefing in Wednesday. Health officials recently shortened the recommended COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period from 10 days to 5, creating confusion amid an outbreak … Read more
Social care: Boris Johnson defends his plan amid criticism over the cost cap
New details emerged last week that charities have warned could hit poorer people the hardest. Source link
Cawston Park: Hospital owner defends its residential homes
A Norfolk Safeguarding Adults Board report said Mr King’s death, and those of fellow Cawston Park patients, Joanna Bailey, 36, and Nicholas Briant, 33, both of London, should prompt a review to prevent further “lethal outcomes” at similar facilities. Source link
Blood inquiry: Former health minister defends blood products advice on Aids
A quote from Lord Clarke, used in the press release at the time as his role as health minister, said: “It has been suggested that Aids may be transmitted in blood or blood products, there is no conclusive proof that this is so. Nevertheless I can well appreciate the concern that this suggestion may cause.” … Read more
Serco: Test-and-trace firm’s boss defends scheme
The boss of outsourcer Serco says there are now as many people being tested per week as vaccinated. Source link
Prof Chris Whitty defends vaccine rollout decision
Professor Chris Whitty explained the decision to extend the time between vaccine doses during today’s Downing Street briefing. The Chief Medical Officer acknowledged the need for a second dose and said the timings would allow for “twice as many people to be vaccinated”. On the question of possible mutations, he described the risk as “a … Read more
Sergio Aguero slammed for touching lineswoman, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola defends striker
Argentine footballer Sergio Aguero has found himself amid controversy as he was seen touching the lineswoman during Saturday’s Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal. The Manchester City striker, right before half time when they were already leading by 1-0 from a 23rd-minute goal scored by Raheem Sterling, went up to the lineswoman Sian … Read more
Virat Kohli defends bizarre decision to send AB de Villiers in at No. 6: Had a chat, got a message from outside
Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli defended his bizarre decision to send star batsman AB de Villiers at No.6 below Washington Sundar and Shivam Dube after Kings XI Punjab hammered RCB by 8 wickets to end their 5-match losing streak in Sharjah on Thursday. Virat Kohli opened up on the bizarre decision, saying the management … Read more