As vaccination efforts against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), continue globally, scientists and public health officials are dealing with the threat of breakthrough infections. Scientists call such cases "breakthrough" infections because the virus has broken through the protective barrier provided by…
Covid vaccine side effects: The surprising COVID-19 symptom showing up post-vaccination
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Covid vaccine: Side effects may be ‘stronger’ after second dose depending on the vaccine
Neil Warnock praises PM over Covid-19 vaccine rollout When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You…
Covid vaccine side effects: How the Oxford and Pfizer jabs compare – side effects
Dr Amir criticises argument for not taking coronavirus vaccine When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters.Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer.Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights.You can unsubscribe…
Covid new strain symptoms: One in five now experiencing ‘uncommon’ Covid-19 symptom
Boris Johnson warns of threat of coronavirus to younger people Critical care wards in ten hospital trusts have been at full capacity for most of the last week, it has been revealed today. The new variant of coronavirus first discovered in November is thought to be behind the uptick in…
Covid update: New symptoms to look out for in children include ‘strawberry tongue’
Coronavirus will ‘thrive in winter’ says doctor What has become all too clear during the pandemic is that COVID-19 – the viral disease caused by the latest coronavirus – tends to discriminate based on certain characteristics, not least older age. This trend has meant children are less vulnerable to the…
Coronavirus symptoms: A metallic taste in the mouth could warn of a COVID infection
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. During the last few months, a variety of strange and unusual signs have emerged warning of a COVID-19 infection. Loss of smell and taste have been some…
Covid vaccine: First volunteer describes side effects of new Moderna vaccine – latest
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. A new vaccine developed by Moderna offers 95 percent effectiveness against COVID-19, early data from the US company Moderna shows. The results are consistent with those delivered…
Coronavirus warning: Can you catch COVID-19 from your neighbour’s toilet? New fears raised
COVID-19 has had a massive impact on almost every part of our lives and with fears of a second wave beckoning, a new fear has been presented after residents in a building in China contracted COVID-19 through a toilet. This could mean the virus can spread through people’s toilets, making…
Coronavirus update: The surprising sign your child could have the COVID-19 virus
Coronavirus symptoms are listed by the NHS as a high temperature, a new, continuous cough, and a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste. But a new study has found another possible sign in children – an upset tummy. COVID-19 was found to be more likely to…
Coronavirus: Seven lesser-known signs you’ve been infected by the deadly virus
If you have a high temperature, a continuous cough, or suffer from anosmia – the loss or changed sense of smell – it’s likely you’ll be quick to order a coronavirus test. However, there are other warning signs of the disease. The NHS confirmed there are three main symptoms of…