Conduct targeted Covid-19 testing at large gatherings: Centre

The Centre has asked states to conduct saturation testing to detect the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in places where people are likely to gather in large numbers, such as offices, religious places and markets, among others, a senior Union health ministry official familiar with the development said on Monday. Saturation testing, where everyone is tested for […]

Coronavirus sparks Type 1 Diabetes fears in children after cases spike amid pandemic

The peak of the coronavirus pandemic coincided with a significant rise in Type 1 Diabetes cases among children, the NHS has found. Dr Karen Logan from Imperial NHS said several trusts reported an increase in Type 1 Diabetes diagnoses among children who had either shown symptoms of COVID-19 or had been in contact with someone carrying the […]

Coronavirus cure: How long will it take to find a vaccine?

Coronavirus was first discovered in December 2019, originating in Wuhan, China. The virus has since spread across the world, infecting millions of people. As the world suffers the effects of the pandemic there is a high demand for a vaccine, but there could be a long wait before a vaccine is approved and rolled out. […]

Coronavirus warning – the best way to avoid severe symptoms explained by doctor

Coronavirus is an infectious disease which has been confirmed in more than 1.4 million individuals across the world. But you could lower your risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms by simply maintaining a healthy, balanced diet, and by doing regular exercise, it’s been claimed. Cases are continuing to rise in the UK, and the government […]

Coronavirus cases UK: Why are coronavirus cases rapidly increasing?

Michael Gove, Minister for the Cabinet Office, was joined by Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government Patrick Vallance and NHS England Chief Executive Simon Stevens for the daily coronavirus briefing today (March 27). Prime Minister Boris Johnson is currently self-isolating after testing positive for coronavirus. Why are UK coronavirus cases increasing? It was announced today […]