July - 2020

Coronavirus: Virus isolation period extended from seven to 10 days

People who test positive for coronavirus or show symptoms in the UK must now self-isolate for at least 10 days, rather than seven. The...

Most people in England to be offered flu vaccine

Most people in England, about 30 million, are to be offered a free flu vaccine this year, the government says. It is to prepare for a...

Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England

Face coverings are now compulsory for customers in shops in England, after new coronavirus rules came into force within 12 hours of the...

Coronavirus: Care home visits to resume in England

Care home residents in England can begin to be reunited with one of their loved ones, the government has said, as it publishes new...

Patients will be prescribed walks in the great outdoors on the NHS

Patients may soon be prescribed a walk in the great outdoors on the NHS. In a bid to reduce pressure on the health service, environment...

Coronavirus: Smokers quit in highest numbers in a decade

More than one million people have given up smoking since the Covid-19 pandemic hit, a survey for charity Action on Smoking and Health...

Coronavirus: Face masks and coverings to be compulsory in England's shops

Wearing a face covering in shops and supermarkets in England is to become mandatory from 24 July. Those who fail to comply with the new...

'Broken heart syndrome' on the rise during coronavirus pandemic

“Broken heart syndrome” is on the rise amid the coronavirus outbreak, research suggests. Scientists from the Cleveland Clinic have...

Sexual health service sees spike in demand as lockdown eases

Demand for sexual health services has reportedly spiked after government officials relaxed the coronavirus lockdown. Boris Johnson...

Coronavirus: NHS England launches tool to aid long-term recovery

NHS England is launching a new service for people with ongoing health problems after having coronavirus. The government says "tens of...

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Coronavirus: Should I start taking vitamin D?

Singing 'no riskier than talking' for virus spread

More coronavirus-vaccine volunteers needed

Breast screening women in their 40s 'could save lives'

Cosmetic surgery booms 'after self-conscious workers stare at themselves on Zoom'

Coronavirus: Virus isolation period extended from seven to 10 days

I'm A Surgeon ― Shiny Skin On Your Lower Legs Can Reveal Heart Health Issues

Why is sitting for too long bad for your health? What new research says about an increased risk of heart failure.

How new fathers can look after their mental health

11 sauna benefits for your mood, skin and heart health

Millions to be handed health-monitoring smartwatches by NHS

82% of People Found That Dog Walks Benefitted Their Mental Health, Says New Study

Five ways SAD can affect physical health, from headaches to erectile dysfunction

Heart Disease Symptoms In Women Can Be Different – Here’s What To Look For

Study finds link between light pollution and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Those Struggling With Fertility Can Now Access This Mental Health Support

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