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One experienced virologist raises concerns about safety protocols and a lack of training.

The Health Secretary has announced that tougher Tier 2 Covid measures will come into force in a number of areas.

Greater Manchester and Lancashire are among the areas at risk of being placed under "very high alert".

"Bullying" senior management left staff fearful at East Kent Hospitals Trust, the BBC has been told.

Health leaders' representative says it has taken a "herculean effort" to restore capacity.

Heart-disease deaths among younger adults have risen - Sarah Fisher fears she could be next.

People with long-lasting effects of coronavirus infection are not being believed or treated, a review says.

With so many different soaps to choose from, Dr Michelle Wong explains why all soaps are effective against coronavirus.

A mother of a young boy with Down's syndrome is helping to teach people about appropriate language.

Genelle Aldred believes racial bias within the maternity care sector played a role in her baby's death.

A mum describes the pain of seeing her son's mental health suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.

Head of Vaccine Taskforce says she would be "surprised" if vaccine wasn't available next year.

A circuit breaker could change the course of the epidemic and buy more time, a report says.

UK doctors say it is the first such case they have seen linked to the pandemic coronavirus.

Most of the country is in the lowest tier but millions in the North and the Midlands face extra curbs.

The government did not take the recommendation of a "circuit breaker" lockdown.

People could see loved ones regularly in trial, if they are tested for Covid and wear PPE.

Vitamin pills will be posted to 5,000 UK residents to see if they help boost immunity.

The decision to apply for tougher measures comes amid concerns over an "exponential" rise in cases.

The most clinically vulnerable people in England will get a letter to explain how to stay safe.