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Coronavirus: Blood clots targeted in treatment trial

Scientists are to test whether an experimental drug can prevent potentially deadly blood clots associated with Covid-19. The trial, funded by the British Heart Foundation, will test the theory the clots are caused by a hormone imbalance triggered by coronavirus infection. It will become one of several drugs currently being trialled to prevent the disease’s… Read More »

Coronavirus: NHS trust bosses not consulted over new face mask rules

NHS trusts were not consulted before the government announced changes to the use of face coverings and visitor policy in English hospitals, the chief executive of NHS Providers has said. Chris Hopson said trust leaders felt “completely in the dark” about the “significant and complex” changes. From 15 June, hospital visitors and outpatients must wear… Read More »

As Japan reopens, coronavirus testing slowed by bureaucracy and staff shortages

TOKYO (Reuters) – At the beginning of April, a young Japanese sumo wrestler known as Shobushi came down with a fever. His coaches tried calling a local public health centre to get him a coronavirus test, but the phone lines were busy. FILE PHOTO: A medical worker conducts a simulation for drive-through polymerase chain reaction… Read More »

Coronavirus: Schools and workplaces could see ‘local lockdowns’

Local lockdowns could see schools and workplaces targeted in areas of England that have “flare-ups” of coronavirus, the communities secretary has said. Robert Jenrick said restrictions could be introduced at “a micro level” to control the virus in particular communities. The measures will be part of the test and trace system, which will be ready… Read More »