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    News Coronavirus doctor's diary: A 'dying' patient's miraculous recovery

    When Mohammed Azeem arrived in hospital his blood oxygen levels were "not compatible with life" as one doctor put it. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: What is dexamethasone and how does it work?

    A cheap steroid is hailed a big breakthrough in the treatment of seriously ill Covid-19 patients. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: What will a night out be like after lockdown?

    Pubs, bars and clubs are having to change because of Covid-19. But what will a night out feel like? Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'does not want second national lockdown'

    Having the option of a nationwide shutdown is like a "nuclear deterrent", the prime minister says. Continue reading...
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    News Second daily jump in Covid-19 cases in Scotland

    The first minister says fluctuation is "to be expected" as Scotland records another 23 Covid-19 cases. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Wales 'could have done' to prepare for Covid-19 crisis

    Wales should have been better prepared for coronavirus, the Senedd health committee's chair says. Continue reading...
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    News Brighton Royal Sussex hospital staff member injured in stabbing

    The 56-year-old victim is in a stable condition following the "unexplained" attack in Brighton. Continue reading...
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    News Yorkshire Nightingale Hospital's future unclear, says council

    The 500-bed hospital is based at Harrogate's Convention Centre, which is owned by Harrogate Borough Council. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Councils in England get new powers for local shutdowns

    They can now target coronavirus outbreaks at local level, cancelling events and shutting premises. Continue reading...
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    News Hancock calls for urgent review into coronavirus death data in England

    Deaths recorded in England may have included people who tested positive months before they died. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: £3bn for NHS to prepare for possible second wave

    PM says the government is "planning for the worst" as he warns Covid-19 may be more virulent in winter. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Cuts 'took away' councils' crisis capacity

    Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty called for honesty about the lack of investment in health protection in recent years. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Russian spies target Covid-19 vaccine research

    The UK, US and Canada say state-backed hackers tried to steal coronavirus vaccine research. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Rochdale introduces new Covid-19 measures

    The council is urging residents to follow extra precautions to avoid a local lockdown. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Some Randox test kits 'may not meet safety standards'

    Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there was no evidence of harm - but the kits should not be used. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: Encouraging results in vaccine trials

    US and UK studies suggest promising early findings in the search for a produce an effective vaccine. Continue reading...
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    News Climate change: Summers could become 'too hot for humans'

    Rising global temperatures could see summers that are too hot to work in. Continue reading...
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    News Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

    Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies. Continue reading...
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    News Sunken chest syndrome: NHS U-turn call for 'depressed' patients

    A patient who says she had no confidence for years joins surgeons to call for surgery to resume. Continue reading...
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    News Coronavirus: 'People shielding too scared to leave home'

    Natasha Coates has been shielding due to her condition and feels people like her have been "forgotten". Continue reading...
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