Flushing a Public Toilet? Be Sure to Wear a Mask

Flushing a Public Toilet? Be Sure to Wear a Mask

By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Flushing public toilets or urinals can spew clouds of particles filled with germs into the air, including the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19, Chinese researchers warn. That’s why wearing a mask is a must if you need to use a public restroom. Both … Read more

Coronavirus antibodies tests ‘put public at risk’

Coronavirus antibodies tests ‘put public at risk’

Image copyright Getty Images Poor regulation of antibodies tests – that could indicate if someone has had coronavirus – could be putting the public at risk, doctors have warned. The Royal College of Pathologists has written to the health secretary, calling for rules to be tightened on kits sold direct to consumers. The letter warns … Read more

Nolan encourages public to have cancer checks

Nolan encourages public to have cancer checks

Image copyright PA Image caption Linda Nolan and Bill Turnbull have joined NHS doctors in encouraging cancer checks Singer Linda Nolan and presenter Bill Turnbull are among the celebrities with cancer who are urging the public not to put off seeking important checks. Concerns have been raised that people have delayed coming forward because of … Read more

Public Health England ‘to be replaced’

Public Health England ‘to be replaced’

Image copyright PA Media Public Health England is to be replaced by a new agency that will specifically deal with protecting the country from pandemics, according to a report. The Sunday Telegraph claims Health Secretary Matt Hancock will this week announce a new body modelled on Germany’s Robert Koch Institute. Ministers have reportedly been unhappy … Read more