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...
Category: COVID-19
Risk of shift workers catching COVID could be minimised by following guideline
Dr Blaikley was interviewed on LBC Radio this morning [approx. 8:17am] - he said the risk of shift workers catching COVID could be minimised by following guidelines, but employers have a duty to provide a safe working environment.]Outlet: LBC Radio Related...
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...
Scientists could be able to predict which patients get long Covid from a blood test
New research from the University, where scientists have identified altered immune signatures linked to long-COVID. It is hoped that better understanding of the patients at risk of the condition will lead to closer monitoring and improved treatment. Outlet:MEN Related...
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...
The occurrence of blood clots in recipients of the Oxford Vaccine
[approx. 4:40PM], Prof Dan Davis said the occurrence of blood clots in recipients of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine was no more than would be expected by chance in the millions of patients who have had the jab.Oulet: LBC Related Contact Us...
How your state of mind could affect your Covid jab.
From psychological stress to sleep deprivation, all have shown to affect immune responses to other vaccinations.Prof Dan Davis at the University of Manchester spoke to the Guardian around how COVID-19 research during the pandemic might reveal more about the different...
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.
Vaccines can train the immune system to fight other conditions.
Prof Sheena Cruickshank casts doubt on the idea that vaccines can train the immune system to fight other conditions than the one being vaccinated against. Instead, she believes it may be due to the vaccine reducing stress levels, which can have a large effect on our...
