Long Covid blood clues could prompt future trials
The UK’s largest study of Covid patients treated in hospital found signs of active inflammation. Source link
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Shrewsbury baby deaths prompt midwife recruitment drive
The BBC understands as many as 1,000 more midwives and 80 obstetrics consultants will be hired in England. Source link
COVID Virus May Prompt Body to Attack Itself
Jan. 29, 2021 — An international team of researchers studying COVID-19 has made a startling and pivotal discovery: The virus appears to cause the body to make weapons to attack its own tissues. The finding could unlock a number of COVID’s clinical mysteries. They include the puzzling collection of symptoms that can come with … Read more
Covid smear-test delays prompt calls for home HPV tests
In England, the NHS told GPs and clinics not to halt smear tests – but, as the prime minister heard last week, some patients were experiencing cancellations and long waiting times. Source link
Flu vaccination rates prompt complacency warning
Image copyright Sergei Bobylev Image caption Flu vaccination rates among the most vulnerable have been falling in the UK Complacency over the flu jab risks overwhelming the NHS, experts warn, as data reveals the scale of the challenge in expanding the vaccination programme. Last month, the government announced plans to double the amount of people … Read more