Coronavirus warning: up to 6 months before UK returns to normal - BBC News
The government's senior medical advisers are warning that it could take six months before stringent coronavirus restrictions are lifted. The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has written to every household urging people to obey strict rules to contain the pandemic. Some care providers have said their frontline staff still lack essential protective equipment. Meanwhile the crisis is deepening around the world. Italy is facing a severe shortage of medical staff in its worst-hit northern regions. And a leading US government expert has warned that as many as 200,000 Americans could lose their lives. Reeta Chakrabarti presents BBC News at Ten reports from Science Editor David Shukman, Home Editor Mark Easton, Europe Correspondent Jean Mackenzie and North America Editor Jon Sopel.
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March 29, 2020
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Coronavirus: Up to 6 months before life 'returns to normal' says government - BBC News
It could be up to six months before life in the UK returns to "normal", England's deputy chief medical officer has said.
Speaking at the government's daily coronavirus briefing, Dr Jenny Harries added: "This is not to say we would be in complete lockdown for six months."
But, she added, "We have to be really, really responsible and keep doing what we're all doing."
It comes as the number of deaths of people with coronavirus reached 1,228.
Among those to have died with the virus is Amged El-Hawrani, a 55-year-old doctor and ear, nose and throat trainer at Queen's Hospital Burton. His death was confirmed shortly before the press briefing. An organ transplant consultant died last week.
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March 29, 2020
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Coronavirus: Italy deaths climb above 10,000 - BBC News
Italy recorded 756 new deaths in the past 24 hours - bringing the total to 10,779.
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Italy recorded a further 756 new deaths over the past day. It brought the total there to almost 11,000, which is the most anywhere in the world.
But it also marked the second successive fall in the daily number of recorded deaths.
For context, there were 889 on Saturday and more than 900 on Friday.
More widely, the number of people who have tested positive for the virus in Italy rose on Sunday to 97,689 from a previous 92,472.
That is the lowest daily rise in new cases since Wednesday.
At least 13,030 people have recovered from the virus, officials said
March 29, 2020
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Raving to the BBC News theme tune - BBC News
Have you seen the kitchen 'remix' of the BBC News theme tune yet?
We got together its creator, Rachel Leary, whose video has been viewed millions of times across social media and the original composer, Dave Lowe - at a safe social distance, of course.
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March 29, 2020
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Coronavirus social distancing advice: What two metres looks like - BBC News
The UK government is advising people stay home and only go out if they need to fetch food or medicine, to go to work if it's essential or to exercise.
Even when you leave your home, you need to practise social distancing and keep at least two metres away from other people to protect yourself from catching coronavirus.
But it can be hard to know exactly what that looks like.
The BBC's health correspondent Laura Foster helps explain the best ways to keep safe and keep the correct distance away from other people.
Video by: Laura Foster, Tobias Chapple, Terry Saunders and Alex Dackevych.
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March 29, 2020
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Coronavirus UK deaths rise to more than 1,000 in biggest daily increase - BBC News
The number of deaths in the UK from coronavirus has reached 1,019 after the biggest daily increase so far. The government has announced more measures to help businesses survive the crisis. In Italy, more than 10,000 people have now died. Some critically ill patients there have been flown to hospitals in Germany, to help relieve Italyâs desperately stretched health services. Kate Silverton presents BBC News at Ten reports from Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes, Business Correspondent Katie Prescott and Europe Correspondent Jean Mackenzie in Rome.
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March 28, 2020
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"UK will do well to keep deaths under 20,000" - health official - BBC News
NHS England medical director Prof Stephen Powis says if the death toll in the UK is kept below 20,000, "we will have done very well". It was "possible to get on top of this virus", he added.
The comment came as Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the UK government's daily coronavirus briefing
Across the UK, 1,019 people have now died
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March 28, 2020
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Coronavirus: UK deaths climb above 1,000 - BBC News
A total of 1,019 patients have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Friday, the Department of Health has said, up from 759 the day before.
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March 28, 2020
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Locked down India struggles as workers flee cities - BBC News
Millions of homeless people and migrant labourers have been left in the lurch after India announced a 21-day lockdown in a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus in the country.
With factories and construction sites closing down, many have expressed fears that they would starve to death.
State governments have announced that they will open centres to feed these people, but have been overwhelmed.
Many have opted to walk hundreds of miles to their villages as public transport has been suspended.
Video by Varun Nayar
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March 28, 2020
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Deserted London landmarks seen from above - BBC News
Some of London's most popular landmarks are devoid of the usual crowds as people stay indoors to help combat coronavirus.
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March 28, 2020
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Coronavirus deaths rising fast in Europe and US - BBC News
Coronavirus is claiming more lives across Europe and in the United States. Italy is seeing the fastest rise in deaths since the beginning of the outbreak, almost 1,000 in the last 24 hours. Spain also faces a rising number of deaths and critically ill patients. In the US President Trump has authorised a two-trillion dollar emergency package in an attempt to protect the economy. Millions of Americans have lost their jobs. Sophie Raworth presents BBC News at Ten reports from Mark Lowen in Rome, Damian Grammaticas in Madrid and Nick Bryant in New York.
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March 27, 2020
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Boris Johnson tests positive for Coronavirus as numbers infected rise - BBC News
There's been a big rise in the number of people in the UK who have died of coronavirus - 181 lost their lives in the past 24 hours and more than 6000 are being treated in hospital. The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for the virus. In a video message he said he had mild symptoms and was working from home. The UK death toll has now reached 759 -- in just three weeks. Sophie Raworth presents BBC News at Ten reports by Chief Political Correspondent Vicki Young and Medical Correspondent Fergus Walsh.
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March 27, 2020
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33,000 new UK hospital beds for coronavirus patients - BBC News
Mr Gove says that the best analysis shows the rate of infection in the UK has been doubling every three to four days.
"These figures are a powerful reminder of the need for all of us to act," he says. "Strict social distancing measures have been put in place to restrict the spread of Covid-19."
The head of the NHS in England, Simon Stevens, tells the briefing there are currently 6,200 patients with coronavirus in hospital.
He says the NHS is "pulling out all the stops" to ensure they and those who will be hospitalised in future get the treatment they deserve.
An extra 33,000 beds are being created for coronavirus patients as part of an "extraordinary effort" to reconfigure the health service, he adds.
He confirms that there will be two new major Nightingale hospitals built on the sites of Birmingham's NEC and the Manchester conference centre.
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March 27, 2020
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UK coronavirus deaths rise to 759 - BBC News
The number of coronavirus deaths in the UK has risen from 578 to 759, according to the Department of Health. This is the biggest rise in deaths that the country has seen so far.
14,579 have now tested positive for the disease, including UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
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March 27, 2020
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Coronavirus: UK Health Secretary Hancock also tests positive - BBC News
UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock has tested positive for the coronavirus. He is self-isolating at home and his symptoms are said to be mild.
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March 27, 2020
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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to 'lead the national fightback' from home - BBC News
In a tweet, Mr Johnson said: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
"Together we will beat this."
Mr Johnson was last seen on Thursday night, as he clapped outside No 10 as part of a nationwide gesture to thank NHS staff.
There are more than 11,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, and 578 people have died.
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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he will continue to lead the nation from home after testing positive for Covid-19.
"I've developed mild symptoms of the coronavirus, that's a temperature and a persistent cough," Mr Johnson said in a video posted on his Twitter account.
"On the advice of the chief medical officer, I have taken a test and that has come out positive.
"I'm working from home and self-isolating. That's entirely the right thing to do.
"I can continue, thanks to the wizardry of technology, to communicate with my top team and lead the national fightback against the virus."
March 27, 2020
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PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus - BBC News
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said.
Mr Johnson has mild symptoms and will self-isolate in Downing Street.
"He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England's chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty," a statement said.
He will still be in charge of the government's handling of the crisis, the statement added.
The test was carried out at Number 10 by NHS staff.
In a tweet, Mr Johnson said: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
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March 27, 2020
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Coronavirus: US overtakes China with most cases - BBC News
The US now has more confirmed cases of coronavirus than any other country, with more than 85,500 positive tests.
According to the latest figures collated by Johns Hopkins University, the US has overtaken China (81,782 cases) and Italy (80,589).
But with almost 1,300 Covid-19-related fatalities, the US death toll lags behind China (3,291) and Italy (8,215).
The grim milestone came as President Donald Trump predicted the nation would get back to work "pretty quickly".
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March 27, 2020
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coronavirus: Half a million people have now contracted the virus globally - BBC News
Half a million people have now contracted coronavirus globally
Confirmed cases in the US overtake China's and Italy's
UK deaths reach 578, a rise of more than 100 a day for the first time
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak announces help for self-employed
Italy records another 712 deaths in 24 hours, bringing the total to 8,215
Some 3.3m Americans filed jobless claims last week - more than four times the previous record
Confirmed cases in the US pass 80,000, with at least 1,050 deaths
G20 leaders vow to inject $5tn (ÂŁ4.1tn) into the global economy
Deaths surge by 655 in Spain, taking total to nearly 4,100
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March 27, 2020
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Coronavirus: UK government unveils aid for self-employed - BBC News
Self-employed workers will be able to apply for a grant of up to ÂŁ2,500 a month to help them cope with the financial impact of coronavirus, the chancellor has announced.
The money will be paid in a single lump sum, but will not begin to arrive until the start of June at the earliest.
Rishi Sunak told the self-employed: "You have not been forgotten."
Plans for 80% wage subsidies for staff kept on by employers were announced last week.
The chancellor spoke after the total number of people in the UK to die with Covid-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, reached 475.
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March 26, 2020
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Seen the kitchen âremixâ of the BBC News theme tune? đ¶
We got DJ Rachel (@rachleary) and the original composer Dave Lowe together - at a safe social distance, of course... #music #dj #rave #stayhome #bbcnews
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The Chinese city of Wuhan, where the coronavirus pandemic began, has partially re-opened after more than two months of isolation for its population of 11 million people. But life is far from normal. Workers are seen disinfecting people and shopping malls and citizens continue to be tested.
 Tap the link in our bio to read more. ( đž Getty images)
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Using baskets to deliver food for people in isolation, a message of support from global hotels and a warning from a talking parrot. Here are some stories you may have missed this week. #covid_19 #coronavirus #health #turkey #istanbul #parrot #bbcnews
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Happy birthday to Bob Weighton, who turns 112 today! đ Alas, the world's oldest man has been forced to cancel his celebrations because of coronavirus. So, we send you virtual birthday wishes, Bob! Born in 1908, Mr Weighton also lived through the Spanish flu pandemic which spread across the world in 1918. He is the same age as Inter Milan football club, and older than the V&A museum in London. Tap the link in our bio to read more about him.
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"We are staying in three different rooms." The Aninni family haven't left their flat in Rome for nearly three weeks. What advice do they have for other families across the world doing the same? #rome #italy #lockdown #covid_19 #coronavirus #health ##globalhealth #bbcnews
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PM Boris Johnson has warned that the coronavirus crisis will get worse before it gets better, in a letter being sent to every UK household. Mr Johnson, who is self-isolating after testing positive for Covid-19, says stricter restrictions could be put in place if necessary. Britons will also get a leaflet setting out government rules on leaving the house and health information. Tap the link in our bio for more.
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Some of London's most popular landmarks are nearly deserted as people stay indoors to help combat coronavirus. #aerialphotography #london #covid_19 #coronavirus #bbcnews
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Here are some tips for staying safe while exercising during coronavirus restrictions. In the UK, the government says people should:
- Â Keep a social distance of more than 2m (6ft) from other people
- "Stay local" and use open spaces near home for exercise
- Â Do not attempt team sports, because of rules on social distancing and gatherings
- Â No mention is given to how long you can exercise for
Tap the link in our bio for more. #coronavirus #covid19 #health #globalhealth #uk #bbcnews
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With many cities in lockdown, DJs and music fans are going online to get their clubbing fix. #coronavirus #covid_19 #health #globalhealth #clubbing #djlife #bbcnews
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"It has taken over our lives filling everything with a deafening silence." Pope Francis has given a solitary prayer service to an empty St Peter's Square as Italy's coronavirus death toll passes 9,000. #coronavirus #covid_19 #health #globalhealth #pope #italy #rome #stpeterssquare #bbcnews
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Every evening this week, Switzerland's most famous mountain, the Matterhorn, has been beaming out messages about the coronavirus outbreak. "Stay at Home" one evening, "Hope" the next. More than 200 patients have now died from the virus in the country. Tap the link in our bio for the full story. (đ·Valentin Flauraud/EPA) #Coronavirus #Covid19 #Pandemic #Switzerland #bbcnews
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Pop star Charlie XCX, who is self-isolating in LA, has told BBCâs Newscast she thinks celebrities shouldnât be a priority for coronavirus testing, but those in need should. #Coronavirus #Covid19 #Pandemic #BBCNews
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