BBC Health News

Coronavirus cases stable across most of England14 Aug 2020 15:01A survey by the Office for National Statistics suggests fewer than 0.05% of the population has the virus.
Coronavirus vaccine: UK signs deals for 90 million virus vaccine doses14 Aug 2020 06:00The vaccines are being developed by the pharmaceutical company Janssen and US biotech firm Novavax.
Fewer hospital patients in Covid-19 hotspots14 Aug 2020 00:52Hospital admissions are not rising despite increases in coronavirus cases, according to NHS England data.
NHS figures reveal long waits for routine ops in England13 Aug 2020 12:17The coronavirus pandemic has caused backlogs in many areas of the NHS, including cancer and A&E.
Coronavirus: England's contact tracing app trial gets under way13 Aug 2020 15:10It will serve self-isolation alerts based on logs of who the user was recently in close contact with.
Cosmetic surgeon struck off after botched ops12 Aug 2020 14:48Patients awarded thousands in compensation have not been paid as he did not have insurance.

Tweets

New moves. New foods. New habits. We've got ideas to get you started today. Get tips, advice and tools to help you… https://t.co/yw4QHtqPKD
6 hours ago • Follow us
If you are recovering from COVID-19, Your COVID Recovery helps you to understand what has happened and what you mig… https://t.co/el30R02c18
7 hours ago • Follow us
RT @NHSTestTraceapp: We have developed a new #NHSTestandTraceapp to help tackle the spread of coronavirus. The state of the art app will b…
1 day ago • Follow us
Today sees the launch of a new @NHSTestTraceApp. Based on an Apple/Google privacy framework the app has new feature… https://t.co/qgWQ1MhZSj
1 day ago • Follow us
Healthier eating starts with simple swaps. Small everyday changes can make a big difference, it all adds up. Get ti… https://t.co/YO3U0ZJnAC
1 day ago • Follow us
Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot for too long, there are health risks. Learn more about how to… https://t.co/gtIZHqNxLW
2 days ago • Follow us
Do you have 10 minutes to help us make it easier for people to find mental health information on… https://t.co/If2XCXUD42
2 days ago • Follow us