Health

Fall in number of Covid infections across Scotland

The latest ONS Covid infection survey estimates that about one in 50 people had the virus last week. Source link

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Study links coronavirus lockdowns to birth rate drop in Europe

January 2021 saw a 14% birth rate drop in Europe in comparison with previous years, research suggests. Source link

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University of Leicester team finds more stillbirths in deprived areas

A report shows while stillbirth and neonatal mortality rates have reduced, inequalities persist. Source link

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Lucy Letby trial: Nurse accused of murder 'cared deeply about babies'

Lucy Letby was a "dedicated nurse" who "in no way wanted to harm" babies in her care, a court hears.…

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Public responds to NHS amber alert over donor blood stocks

More than 10,000 appointments have been booked in the past 24 hours. Source link

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Fabrice Muamba: Snapchat CPR lessons will save lives

Snapchat releases a "lens" that teaches people how to use chest compressions for cardiac arrest. Source link

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NHS doing fewer operations as theatres go unused

Surgeons left frustrated as hospitals struggle to return routine services to full strength. Source link

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Bath mum found cancerous lump while breastfeeding

Mum-of-two Jessica Parsons, from Bath, is urging people to check themselves. Source link

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Over-50s set to be invited for Covid booster and flu jab in England

About 12 million more people will be able to book their winter vaccinations from Friday. Source link

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Black people more likely to develop dementia, large study finds

A mix of factors are at play and greater awareness is needed, the researchers say. Source link

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