Prof Tracy Hussell explained how a combination of dense populations and large public gatherings have contributed to the rapid spread of COVID-19 in India.Outlet: BBC Related Contact Us +44 (0) 161 306 6000 Find Us The University of...
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How vaccines will work against the variant
Prof Tracy Hussell discussed how COVID-19 vaccines will work against the variant of the virus identified in India, and whether the UK will face the same sharp rise in cases. [01:46:00] Outlet: BBC sounds Related Contact Us +44 (0) 161 306...
Tracy Hussell says the introduction of quarantine measures for travellers.
Prof Tracy Hussell says the introduction of quarantine measures for travellers arriving from India is a precautionary move, given the new variant that has been discovered in the country.Outlet: BBC Radio Related Contact Us +44 (0) 161 306...
Tracy Hussell discussing Coronavirus variant discovered in India.
Prof Tracy Hussell discussed the coronavirus variant discovered in India, saying there was no evidence at the moment that it causes a more serious illness, but new restrictions were put in place as a precaution. She also discussed the news that scientists are...
UK infections fall again
Professor Tracy Hussell says there is “nothing at the moment” to suggest easing of restrictions will lead to an uptick in COVID-19 cases. She later says clarification of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau’s comments that the UK is facing a “very serious third wave” would be...
Collaborating to understand COVID-19
The Coronavirus Immune Response and Clinical Outcomes (CIRCO) is a unique study bringing together more than 100 immunology experts and NHS staff to better understand and treat COVID-19.
Will ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities hit herd immunity?
Prof Tracy Hussell says that even communities with high levels of COVID-19 infection will not achieve herd immunity “unless the whole country/world has herd immunity”. Outlet: Daily MailRead this article on the Mail Online Related Contact Us...
Overcoming vaccine hesitancy.
Prof Tracy Hussell has a discussion on COVID-19 and overcoming vaccine hesitancy.Outlet: BBC News Related Contact Us +44 (0) 161 306 6000 Find Us The University of ManchesterOxford RdManchesterM13 9PLUK Connect With Us ...
COVID vaccine
Tracy Hussell comment on the COVID vaccine.Outlet: BBC Radio Manchester / BBC Radio Birmingham / BBC Five Live Related Contact Us +44 (0) 161 306 6000 Find Us The University of ManchesterOxford RdManchesterM13 9PLUK Connect With Us ...
Are vaccination targets realistic?
Prof Tracy Hussell said the government’s aims for vaccination targets were realistic, and the main limiting factor is the manufacturing of vaccine doses, rather than their dissemination.Outlet: BBC Radio Manchester Related Contact Us +44 (0)...