Covid and flu winter jabs to be brought forward in England

Covid and flu winter jabs to be brought forward in England

As in previous years, the NHS will let people know when bookings open. Adult flu and COVID-19 appointments will be available through the NHS App and website, or by calling 119 for those who can’t get online. Flu vaccines will also be available through local GP practices and pharmacies. Flu vaccinations for children which will…

Covid inquiry: Schools shut while pubs open a mistake – Longfield

Covid inquiry: Schools shut while pubs open a mistake – Longfield

The inquiry heard that in some countries, children were at the forefront of national concerns. The prime ministers in Norway and New Zealand held TV briefings for children at the start of the pandemic to reassure them and to thank them for all they were doing. “We didn’t have such an event in the UK,…

Arkansas man receives world’s first eye transplant

Arkansas man receives world’s first eye transplant

Aaron James lost his nose, mouth and left eye in a work-related accident. Surgeons in New York successfully performed the reconstruction that included a whole-eye implant. His vision was not restored, but the first-of-its-kind procedure may help advance transplant medicine. “If some form of vision restoration occurred, it would be wonderful, but… the goal was…

Hughie and Freddie: Fundraising teen on moment he got cancer all-clear

Hughie and Freddie: Fundraising teen on moment he got cancer all-clear

A 13-year-old boy who has raised thousands for charity after being diagnosed with leukaemia has shared his delight at being given the all clear. In a tearful video, Hughie thanked his best friend Freddie, who played a big part in his fundraising. Watch as they tell BBC Breakfast about the moment they got the good…

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