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COVID-19 patients are experiencing long-term effects from the virus

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Almost a third of doctors have treated patients for long-term symptoms caused by coronavirus, according to a new study. A further 21% of 1,030 doctors who had since recovered from the virus reported chronic fatigue, while 11% said they had no concentration difficulties. Photo by Mohsen Atayi.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Trying out tech that may help make worship Covid-secure

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When lockdown ended, the government’s priority was to get people back on the high street, and of course businesses badly needed their support. He picked up the virus right at the start of the pandemic and had a relentless and gruelling illness followed by a lingering debilitation that has lasted over six months. Front line diary.

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Coronavirus: 'Long Covid' patients need treatment programme, doctors say

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‘I just want my life back’ The government moved away from community testing on 12 March, instead only testing those admitted to hospital. The government is simply not doing enough with the existing medical expertise. However, many of these people may not have been tested for Covid. ” Person-centred rehab.

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Keeping tabs on Covid-19: Iceni Diagnostics creates new virus detection device and the RDIF announce its vaccine is more than 95 per cent efficient

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This week, another pharma company revealed a new technology device that can detect if a patient is infectious or not, while the Russian government published results of its Sputnik V vaccine, claiming it is more than 95 per cent efficient 42 days after the first dose. Read on to for the full insight.

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Coronavirus: Health workers' army to be trained to deliver Covid vaccine

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The government plans to train up an army of health professionals to be ready to give the coronavirus vaccine, if and when one is shown to work. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said this could include training a wider range of existing NHS staff, as well as student doctors and nurses. Image copyright. Getty Images.

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NEW STORAGE OPTION FOR PFIZER-BIONTECH VACCINE, EASING DISTRIBUTION AND STORAGE OF DOSES ACROSS EUROPEAN UNION

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It marks an important milestone in the vaccine roll-out, as it could allow storage in pharmacies to support vaccinations at local practices/doctors’ offices. By enabling more individuals to store and administer the vaccine, the approval will help broaden access, while limiting strain on larger vaccination centers.

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Coronavirus antibodies tests 'put public at risk'

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Poor regulation of antibodies tests – that could indicate if someone has had coronavirus – could be putting the public at risk, doctors have warned. Across government, action is being taken to enforce these tough regulations. Image copyright. Getty Images. The letter sent to Matt Hancock calls for urgent action.