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Covid vaccine certificates to be compulsory for crowded venues in England

Ministers hope move for venues such as nightclubs will boost vaccine uptake among young peopleCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageVaccine passports will be compulsory to enter packed venues such as nightclubs in an extraordinary U-turn announced by Boris Johnson hours after clubs were allowed to open for the first time in 16 months.

Majority of Covid misinformation came from 12 people, report finds

CCDH finds ‘disinformation dozen’ have combined following of 59 million people across multiple social media platforms

Indian Variant 75% Of All New UK Covid Cases, Says Matt Hancock

Matt Hancock said that up to three-quarters of new coronavirus cases in he uK were the Indian variant.

IVF Success Rates Are Up In The UK

More than a million IVF cycles and 260,000 donor insemination cycles have been performed in the UK since 1991 – but the picture of who is having this treatment has changed massively in the past three decades.

Here's Exactly How Many People Got Covid At Those Mass Events

Large events like club nights and gigs look likely to go ahead come summer, after a series of pilot events by the government involving 58,000 people resulted in just 15 positive cases of Covid-19.

Herd Immunity Against Current Variants Could Be Close, Sage Member Suggests

Around 80% of the population would need to have immunity to coronavirus for the country to achieve “herd immunity” against current dominant variants, a leading scientist advising the government has said.

Your Toilet Could One Day Tell You How Healthy Your Poo Is

Picture this: you sit on the toilet to go about your business, wipe and flush. An image is then sent to your doctor’s inbox – or an app on your phone – with a delightful close-up of last night’s lasagne.

Vaccinate Children Over 12 And Boost Self-Isolation Pay, Jeremy Hunt Urges Ministers

Vaccinating children over 12 for Covid and boosting self-isolation payments could both prevent fresh spikes in the pandemic, former health secretary Jeremy Hunt has said.

UK Covid Vaccine Booster Trial Launched, Announces Matt Hancock

Thousands of volunteers will receive a Covid vaccine booster in a new “world-first” clinical trial, Matt Hancock has announced.

Now Health Minister Says Holidays Abroad Are ‘Dangerous’

A health minister has added to the confusion over coronavirus travel rules after saying going abroad is “dangerous” and “not for this year”.

This Is The Effect Of Vaccines On Long Covid

The coronavirus vaccines may ease symptoms of long Covid, new research suggests, with more than half of participants reporting improvements after a jab.

People 35 And Over To Be Offered Covid Jab, Matt Hancock Says

People aged 35 and over will be invited for a Covid jab this week, Matt Hancock has said.

Surge Vaccinations: What Are They And Can I Get One?

Lockdown restrictions are supposed to ease across much of the UK from May 17 and we’re hurtling towards that precious June 21 date, when many are hoping life will return to normal. But the India variant threatens to set it back.

Will Lockdown Be Extended? What The India Variant Could Mean For Covid Rules

Boris Johnson’s plan to largely remove all coronavirus restrictions in England on June 21 could be derailed by the surge in cases of the Indian variant.What is supposed to happen on June 21?England is currently in stage two of the prime minister’s four stage roadmap for unlocking the country.

6 Bits Of Positive Covid News To End The Week

Covid-19 has been the dark and stormy rain cloud hanging over us this past year, but as we ease out of lockdown, there are rays of light breaking through.

5 Happiness Hacks That Take 5 Minutes Or Less

So often, the habits that experts recommend to increase happiness aren’t compatible with actual daily life. Who has time to sit down for an extended meditation session when you’re juggling 1,000 different things?

Fauci assures Gayle King it's really okay for vaccinated people to go maskless outside

Yes, fully vaccinated people really don't need to wear a mask outside anymore except for in "very unusual" situations, Dr.

CDC provides 'crucial' COVID-19 guidance update acknowledging airborne transmission

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday updated its public COVID-19 guidance to explicitly state that the coronavirus can be transmitted via aerosols — smaller respiratory particles that can float — that are inhaled at a distance greater than six feet from an infected person.

Why Does Coffee Make You Wee So Much?

To paraphrase the old adage about beer, you never buy a cup of coffee ― you only rent it. As you wait in the line for the loo of your favourite coffee house, you might wonder why this particular drink has such a powerful effect on your bladder.

30+ Foods That Are Great News For Your Immune System

In the past year, we’ve realised more than ever that having our immune systems in fine fettle puts us in the best position to fight off nasty infections like Covid.

Which Covid Test Do You Need To Take To Travel?

International travel is expected to resume from May 17, but you’ll need to get well acquainted with Covid tests if you’re planning a summer holiday.

How Can You Tell If You're Immune After Having The Covid Jab?

Every Monday, we’ll answer your questions on Covid-19 and health in a feature published online. You can submit a question here.HuffPost UK reader Sue asked: “Is there a test for the level of immunity after having the jab?”

How To Sleep Better With Allergies: 10 Tips For Getting Shut-Eye

Allergy season is back with a vengeance which means sleepless nights and uncomfortable days for those battling streaming eyes and noses.

How The Covid-19 Vaccine May Affect Your Period (And What To Do)

The coronavirus vaccines have provided a glimmer of hope during this prolonged pandemic. Yet like most shots, they can cause mild to moderate side effects like fever, chills and muscle pain.

Fauci urges young people to ignore Joe Rogan's 'incorrect' vaccine advice

The nation's top infectious disease expert is imploring young people to take advice on COVID-19 vaccination from health officials, not podcast host Joe Rogan.

11 Extraordinary Photos That Show The Vaccine Programme In Progress

From cathedrals to football stadiums to the most remote corners of the country, the task of vaccinating the nation against Covid-19 has taken over all sorts of venues – and a new photo series celebrates the people making it possible.

I'm Pregnant, Should I Have The AstraZeneca Jab?

Pregnant women have been given the green light to have the Covid vaccine – but some are confused by the recent change in guidance.

The world just had its worst ever week for COVID-19 infections

While some countries are on an individual path out of the coronavirus pandemic thanks to their vaccination drives, that's not the norm.

How the risk of a post-vaccination COVID-19 infection compares to other daily dangers

The early returns on COVID-19 vaccinations have largely been positive in the United States and elsewhere.

I Believed Romance Was Off-Limits Because Of My Mental Illness. Not Anymore

A few years ago, I found myself in a bathroom stall furiously trying to remove a Bumble sticker from a sanitary product bin.

9 Therapist-Approved Tips To Tackle Nighttime Anxiety

Tossing and turning in bed, anxious thoughts fill your mind: you think about all the things you haven’t done, the demands of the next day, an encounter with a colleague. Inevitably, those feelings of not being good enough creep in.

Study Says Women Use 4 Specific Techniques To Up Their Pleasure During Sex

Enjoying sex so often comes down to good communication, and new research provides specific names — and descriptions — for four techniques women use most often to boost their pleasure during vaginal penetration.

Eating Disorders Have 'Thrived' During The Pandemic. This Is Why

People with eating disorders have faced a hellish time during the pandemic, socially isolated and facing reduced services, just when changes in routine have put them at their most vulnerable.

The Ultimate Hangover Breakfast Recipes You Need Right Now

With the first weekend of outdoor drinking and dining upon us, there’s certainly an air of excitement of seeing people for the first time in months.

A Blood Test Could Predict If You'll Have Severe Outcomes From Covid

A blood test to predict who is likely to have a severe response to Covid-19 could be available by autumn, allowing doctors to closely monitor those at the highest risk.

Here's Where We're At With Covid Booster Jabs For Autumn

With no confirmation of how long the current Covid-19 vaccines provide immunity, and new vaccine escape variants circling, it’s looking likely that booster jabs will be needed later this year.

Why You Still Need To Wear A Face Mask Even If You’re Vaccinated

You might have noticed that some people who have been vaccinated assume now they’ve had their jab, they can do away with masks altogether. The logic? Surely they can’t get Covid, or pass it on, if they’ve had the vaccine? Wrong.

Moderna Vaccine Rolled Out In England As Next Phase Begins

The Moderna vaccine has become the third coronavirus jab rolled out in England in what has been dubbed another “milestone” in the fight against the pandemic.

How To Stop Being A People Pleaser And Learn To Say No

When that freeloading friend shoots you a last-minute text asking if you can pick them up at the airport, you drop what you’re doing and hop in the car.

Two Thirds Of Agency Nursing Staff Still Waiting For Second Covid Jab

Nursing staff working outside the NHS are half as likely to have received a full coronavirus vaccine dose as their NHS colleagues, a new study reveals.

Why So Many Filipino Health Workers Are Dying Of Covid-19

Filipino healthcare workers in the UK are disproportionately dying of Covid-19 as they are afraid to say no to extra shifts, campaigners have revealed.

How To Talk To Someone You Have Nothing In Common With

Nothing fills some of us with more anticipatory dread than having to talk to someone new.

Should You Take Aspirin Before The Covid Jab? We Ask Experts

Every Monday, we’ll answer your questions on Covid-19 and health in a feature published online. You can submit a question here.HuffPost UK reader Stephen asked: “Should I take aspirin to reduce the risk of blood clots when taking the AstraZeneca vaccination?”

Ramadan: Why Having The Covid Vaccine Doesn't Break Your Fast

Getting the Covid-19 vaccine during Ramadan does not mean breaking your fast, senior Muslim figures working in the NHS and health organisations have said.

When Will I Get The Vaccine? How The Rollout Could Look Between Now And July

The news that under-30s may be offered a different vaccine to the AstraZeneca jab (where possible) will understandably leave some people questioning what effect that will have on the vaccine schedule.

The Most (And Least) Common Symptoms Of Covid In 2021

Fatigue, headaches and coughs were the most commonly reported symptoms of people with Covid-19 at the start of this year, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

This Is How The NHS Covid App Is Changing As Lockdown Eases

It may be weeks since you’ve used the NHS Covid-19 app, but as lockdown eases and we become reacquainted with the Test and Trace system, it’ll work a little differently.

5 Foods That’ll Boost Your Energy – And 5 That'll Drain It

The days are getting longer, and whether you’re back in the office or still working from home, where you’re not exposed to the stimuli of co-workers and commuting, keeping consistent energy levels throughout the day can be a struggle.

Why There's Still A Third Wave Risk, Despite Vaccine Progress

More than 31 million people in the UK have now received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine, with five million vaccinated with their second dose.

Free Twice-Weekly Covid Tests To Be Offered To Everyone In England

Everyone in England is to be offered free, twice-weekly coronavirus tests as ministers prepare for the next stage of easing lockdown restrictions.

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Mu is first US winner since 1968, Raevyn Rogers takes bronzeHodgkinson wins Team GB’s first athletics medal of GamesAthing Mu has raced to Olympic gold in the women’s 800m with Great Britain’s Keely Hodgkinson winning silver – Team GB’s first athletics medal of the Tokyo Games.

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Williams, Adams, Aki, Price, Jones and Owens come into XVRussell, Simmonds and Beard named on benchWarren Gatland has overhauled his side for the British & Irish Lions’ decider against South Africa, making six changes to his starting XV to face the Springboks on Saturday.

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Sprinter Jason Kenny becomes most decorated GB OlympianLaura Kenny and British pursuit team beaten by GermanyJason Kenny became the most successful British Olympian while his wife, Laura Kenny, added her fifth Olympic medal with respective silver medals, the couple’s reign of dominance in the Olympic velodrome ending when they came up short on Tuesday.

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Cuban welterweight has won medals at three OlympicsGold still eludes well-beaten McCormack in finalRoniel Iglesias, the brilliant Cuban veteran, became a two-time Olympic champion when he beat Britain’s Pat McCormack on a wide and unanimous decision on Tuesday in the final of the welterweight division.

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