UK to open 40 Long Covid clinics by end of month for 'many thousands' suffering

Vladimir Putin has been accused of major military escalation after requesting Russia’s nuclear deterrent be put on high alert, as his troops continue to attempt their conquest of Ukraine.

Over 20,000 cancer patients are waiting for treatment in Lanarkshire.

Forecasters have warned a "wintry blast" is heading towards the UK from Iceland - increasing the chances of snowfall with temperatures set to plunge. The Met Office has urged Brits to brace themselves with gusts of -8C winds expected to hit the UK from this weekend.

Chelsea are said to have made 'no formal approach' to the Premier League over a potential change in ownership after Roman Abramovich's 110 word statement over his stance at the club.The Russian businessman told supporters that he had handed 'stewardship and care' to their charitable foundation - but insisted that he remained committed to the club.Following that update, The Telegraph reports that there has been no formal legal approach to the Premier League - meaning that Abramovich remains in full control.They add that any chance in ownership has to be approved by the league executive, who would have to look at the owners' and directors test'.Abramovich's Fordstam Limited company remains the controlling party of Chelsea, which means Chelsea would still be affected should the Government impose sanctions on the billionaire.His statement on Saturday (February 26) read: "During my nearly 20-year ownership of Chelsea FC, I have always viewed my role as a custodian of the Club, whose job it is ensuring that we are as successful as we can be today, as well as build for the future, while also playing a positive role in our communities."I have always taken decisions with the Club’s best interest at heart. Will Chelsea win more major trophies under Thomas Tuchel? Give us your thoughts in the comments section"I remain committed to these values.

news.com.au.One was taken in 2017, where Mia wore a white top and jeans, while the other was a recent snap where she grinned in a sports bra and gym leggings. Alongside the snaps, Mia said: “I always see so much emphasis on weight loss on social media and not enough on weight gain.

Prince Harry no longer has a “genuine smile” since he moved from the UK to start a new life in the US with Meghan Markle, according to an expert.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reiterated their support for the people of Ukraine as they accepted an award at the NAACP Awards on Saturday night. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who were honored with the President’s Award, spoke about those in Ukraine impacted by the ongoing Russian invasion. "We would like to acknowledge the people of Ukraine who urgently need our continued support as a global community," said Prince Harry while standing next to his wife.The couple was recognized for their outreach efforts in the U.S.

coronavirus vaccine is 95% effective and has passed safety checks, in a huge breakthrough in the battle against the disease.The drug, developed in collaboration with German partner BioNTech SE, is due to be distributed across the UK before the end of this year.Health Secretary Matt Hancock this week told the House of Commons he had “tasked the NHS with being ready from any date from December 1” to roll out the vaccine. The firm says now it can now apply for emergency use in the US after publishing interim results from a massive trial including 43,500 people across six countries.

Boris Johnson has said that England will be returned to the three-tired system that it was under before the shutdown. Now fears are growing that the restrictions will be toughened up - and potentially threaten family get-togethers this Christmas.

Matt Hancock refused to rule out an extension to the current coronavirus lockdown amid fears it could stretch into Christmas.

lockdown will end after December 2. The Health Secretary said there is still a "very high" number of coronavirus cases.

Matt Hancock will hold a Number 10 briefing today at 5pm, as a newly announced vaccine gave Brits hope for a 'normal' spring.

coronavirus vaccine from December 1, the health secretary has claimed. Matt Hancock this morning said the government was "working very closely" with the drug giant.He told BBC Breakfast that the UK would be ready to deploy its breakthrough jab "as soon as it comes".

Susanna Reid gave Matt Hancock a grilling during his return to Good Morning Britain on Monday, after a 201-day boycott from the Government coming on the ITV show. As Hancock attempted to keep up with Piers Morgan 's questions, he also had to fend off tough points from Susanna who brought the focus to care homes after becoming emotional earlier in the show discussing them.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock should take the Covid vaccine - and then all MPs - before it is rolled out to the general public to restore trust in politicians, a commentator has said.

A coronavirus vaccine means grandparents might be able to hug their grandchildren over Christmas.

Local authorities across the UK are set to be able to start their own mass testing regimes as part of a Government plan to roll out quick turnaround Covid-19 tests.

Vaccination clinics will run seven days a week and be set up in places such as sports halls when the first coronavirus jab is rolled out in the UK.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has refused to set a date on when life will return to normal following positive early results from a new Covid-19 vaccine.Professor Sir John Bell, a member of the Government’s vaccine taskforce, said yesterday that things could be back to normal by spring 2021.But Mr Hancock has urged caution telling Radio 4’s Today programme this morning: “I think this is a promising step forward but there are many steps still to be taken.”Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer and its vaccine partner BioNTech yesterday announced that initial results suggested their vaccine was 90 percent effective at protecting people from Covid-19.It was hailed by scientists as a significant breakthrough in the fight against coronavirus, while stock

Covid-19 vaccine across the UK before Christmas,  Matt Hancock has said. The UK Health Secretary said there were many hurdles to overcome but said the NHS was leading work to get a vaccine to those most in need as soon as possible.

GPs could distribute a Covid vaccine on Christmas Day and Boxing Day in a bid to protect people in the UK, it has been reported.