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My AI therapist got me through dark times: The good and bad of chatbot counselling

With NHS mental health waitlists at record highs, are chatbots a possible solution?

Novo Nordisk is betting on a CEO shake-up to regain its weight loss drug edge over Eli Lilly

Novo Nordisk's new top executive will need to help the company close the gap with Eli Lilly, fend off emerging rivals and navigate other challenges

Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' form of prostate cancer

The cancer has metastasized to the bone, according to the former president's personal office.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals to buy 23andMe and its data for $256 million

Regeneron is acquiring "substantially all" of 23andMe's assets for $256 million following a bankruptcy auction.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Monday

Bonds are in control, and the Trump administration is picking on the wrong retailer.

Deaf behind bars: 'I felt completely isolated'

Prisons are environments that really run on sounds – alarms, tannoys, people's voices. So, what's it like being deaf in prison?

What we know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men in the US.

GP patients to help NHS find more infected blood victims

The NHS is trying to find many hundreds of people exposed to the virus via contaminated blood in the 1970s, 80s and 90s.

FBI links California fertility clinic bombing to anti-natalist ideology

The attack left one dead on Saturday and injured four others.

1 dead, 4 hurt in Palm Springs car explosion deemed ‘act of terrorism’ by FBI

Four people were injured in the blast, which a fertility clinic said on social media took place in a parking lot near its building.

Nature Cure by Richard Mabey (Omnibus)

Britain's pioneering nature writer on the link between mental health and the natural world

Inside the therapy room: BBC watches as three lives change

The BBC has been given access to talking therapy sessions. What it reveals is striking - how managing the mind can transform lives.

Nature festival launched at national Park

Events included wildlife walks, art sessions and the chance to meet an Exmoor pony.

MPs vote to allow health staff to opt out of assisted dying process

The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

Witness History

In the 1940s vulnerable hospital patients were fed sugar to see if their teeth decayed

Hancock ignored call to test all NHS staff, Covid inquiry hears

Two Nobel prize-winning scientists worried about "asymptomatic transmission" between staff and patients.

UnitedHealth Group shares plunge 13% on report of DOJ probe into possible Medicare fraud

Shares of UnitedHealth Group are down about 49% this year following a string of setbacks for the company.

Overhaul needed to prevent benefit claimants suffering harm, MPs say

MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions.

Kennedy sidesteps vaccine questions: ‘I don’t think people should be taking medical advice from me’

The health secretary appeared before the House Appropriations Committee this morning. This afternoon he'll go before the Senate's Health, Education, Labor and Pensions committee.

Healthy Returns: Trump provides a glimpse of the third round of Medicare drug price negotiations

The Trump administration is already gearing up for another round of Medicare drug price negotiations, while OpenAI launched a new evaluation tool.

Helping on the farm reaps mental health benefits

Farm Care has "seen an impact" on youngsters' mental health on east Surrey farms.

Epic Systems sued by CureIS Healthcare for alleged 'scheme to destroy' its business

Epic Systems sued by CureIS Healthcare for alleged 'scheme to destroy' its business

For, against, undecided: Three GPs give their views on assisted dying

GPs from different areas of England tell us how they feel about plans to legalise assisted dying.

Government has no clear plan for NHS England abolition, say MPs

Cross-party group of MPs say move is causing uncertainty at time when NHS is under huge pressure.

FDA moves to take prescription fluoride drops and tablets for kids off the market

Despite decades of evidence that fluoride prevents cavities, the agency said the best way to keep kids' teeth strong is to stop eating so much sugar.

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty steps down, company suspends annual forecast

Witty will act as a senior advisor to his successor, Stephen Hemsley, who served as UnitedHealth Group's CEO from 2006 to 2017.

Hinge Health aims to raise up to $437 million in IPO, pricing at $28 to $32 per share

Hinge Health said in a filing on Tuesday that it plans to raise more than $437 million in its upcoming initial public offering.

Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

NHS trusts "try to stop" coroners issuing Prevention of Future Death reports, an inquiry hears.

Child obesity clinics seeing BMIs over 50

Many are from the most deprived areas, and a significant number are neurodivergent or have other health conditions, a study says.

Trump's plan to slash drug prices may struggle to get off the ground – here's what to know

Health policy experts said it is still unclear how much prices will go down, which medicines will be impacted and whether the effort can be implemented at all.

Trump signs order aiming to cut some U.S. drug prices to match lower ones abroad

The order is a blow to the pharmaceutical industry, which is already bracing for Trump's planned tariffs on prescription drugs.

Care providers say overseas worker crackdown 'short-sighted'

Many care workers say it is a rewarding job, so the task is how to get more people in the UK to apply.

Rugby star part of campaign to better mental health

The England fly-half will be at the University of Surrey promoting a new set of wellbeing exercises.

Doctor accused of falsifying artificial mesh records

Tony Dixon was suspended after mesh surgery was found to have caused harm to hundreds of patients.

My bowel had to be removed after years of constipation

Kathryn Nicklas said embarrassment as a teenager meant she had struggled to advocate for herself.

Rugby club hosts mental health day for pupils

The BBC Radio Northampton Headfest event offers children the chance to learn, relax and get moving.

From Kardashian popcorn to pancakes - is the protein health craze worth it?

A rising number of food products contain claims about being a source of protein or being rich in it.

Walgreens doubles down on prescription-filling robots to cut costs, free up pharmacists amid turnaround

Walgreens is expanding the number of its retail stores served by its micro-fulfillment centers as it works to turn itself around and prepares to go private.

'WeightWatchers set me up to fail' - Why diet industry is losing to jabs like Ozempic

As WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy, we examine the competition it faces from weight loss jabs.

Virtual chronic care company Omada Health files for IPO

Omada Health filed for an IPO on Friday, the latest digital health company to announce its intent to test the public market.

Startup Teal Health wins FDA approval for at-home test for cervical cancer screening

In clinical trials, the accuracy of self-testing with Teal's wand matched that of a cancer screening performed in a doctor's office.

Inside Health

Drs Chris and Xand are on a mission to help us take better care of ourselves.

These 6 portfolio names pledged big U.S. investments since Trump took office again

These moves are aimed at aligning companies with the president's vision for a new global trade order.

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes loses bid to have appeal of fraud conviction reheard

The decision leaves Holmes with the Supreme Court as her last chance to undo her conviction. She will have to ask the court to hear the case.

UnitedHealthcare sued by shareholders over reaction to CEO's killing

The group of investors alleged that the company misled them by not adjusting its forecast after Brian Thompson's killing.

Trump pulls surgeon general nominee Janette Nesheiwat after questions about her medical education

Former Fox News medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat had been scheduled to appear Thursday for her confirmation hearing before a Senate committee.

Whoop launches two new wearables with 14-day battery life

Whoop on Thursday announced two new wearable devices, called Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG, with prices starting at $199.

FC Mother wants to leverage global soccer fandom to improve maternal health

The organization is kicking off what it's calling the "World Cup of Healing" — a competition that measures health outcomes of the participating women.

Healthy Returns: Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy deal with CVS won't derail Eli Lilly's obesity market dominance

Eli Lilly won't lose its grip on the weight loss market despite recent investor concerns. Meanwhile, Zocdoc releases an AI-powered scheduling assistant.

What is the infected blood scandal?

Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.

Teen unable to eat due to rare digestive condition

Finley receives weekly injections into his heart as his digestive system cannot tolerate lipids.

'Doctors told my mum poison symptoms were anxiety'

Ellena Baxter says watching her mother's health deteriorate was devastating.

Luigi Mangione's legal defense fund hits $1 million in donations

Organizers said the financial milestone came from over 28,000 donations, with a median contribution of $20.

Hinge Health says revenue increased 50% in first quarter — still no price range for IPO

Hinge Health said in its updated IPO prospectus on Monday that revenue in the first quarter climbed 50% to $123.8 million.

Trump signs order to boost domestic drug manufacturing as pharma tariffs loom

The order comes ahead of Trump's planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S.

Hims & Hers gives weak outlook but says more collaborations are coming

Hims & Hers shares fell in extended trading on Monday after the company reported first-quarter earnings that offered soft guidance.

Function Health buys Ezra, launches full-body scan for a third of the price

Function Health on Monday announced it has acquired the full-body MRI scanning company Ezra

Teen mental health: When to seek help and what parents can do

Mental health problems are increasing in young people. How can their families support them? And when should professional help be sought?

Assisted deaths could be more than 4,000 in 10th year after law change

Estimate included in official review of costs and impact of passing assisted dying law in England and Wales.

Are there more autistic people now?

Why is the number of autism diagnoses changing? And what does it mean for autistic people?

New mum says maternity treatment was 'traumatic'

More than 700 people sign a petition to put a Teesside hospital trust into special measures.

Second daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS

Linzagolix will only be available for patients whose previous medical or surgical treatments have been unsuccessful.

'I lost my kidney to a silent assassin'

Stacey, from Leeds, underwent robotic surgery after one of her kidneys failed due to the condition.

Community comes together for well-being day

The event includes family activities aimed at promoting creativity and well-being.

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

Jersey Health Minister Tom Binet defended his record on women's health at a meeting.

NHS trust admits failures led to teenager's death

Staff were tasked with giving one-to-one care to Elise Sebastian, an inquest hears.

'My peanut allergy nearly killed me - now I eat them every day for breakfast'

Just a few years ago, Chris Brookes-Smith could have died from eating peanuts - but taking part in a clinical trial has changed his life.

'Why I want an IVF baby to screen out gene that made me go blind'

Blind influencer Lucy Edwards on choosing IVF which will screen out the gene that made her who she is.

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

The agreement is designed to ensure more cooperation between nations in the event of another pandemic.

Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of ban

The number of people vaping in the UK has stalled, while disposable vape usage has fallen, a study suggests.

Inside Health

James explores the science of a sweet tooth and then gets tips on how to brush like a pro.

Inside Health

James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end.

Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be done

Men are more likely to die prematurely than women - and worse at seeking care when they need it.

Inside Health

James Gallagher and the panel discuss the safeguarding implications of the proposed bill

Hancock criticises 'wholly naive' Covid inquiry

The former health secretary was giving evidence about medical equipment deals during the pandemic.

Labour's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare

Mone accuses Covid inquiry of 'cover-up'

She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt".

Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks

Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.

Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private

Covid inquiry says hearings into the firm, led by Michelle Mone's husband, must be held in closed session.

First place in British Isles set to approve right to die

Laws in the Isle of Man to let terminally ill adults end their own lives are in the last stages of debate.

Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people

Increasing numbers of young people are using the drug, experts say. The health impacts can be catastrophic.

WHO chief urges pandemic accord action after US withdrawal

The WHO’s Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned that the next pandemic is ‘a matter of when, not if’.

'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it'

The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand.

Large UK-wide pandemic preparedness tests planned this year

The stress test will involve thousands of people to help the UK prepare for potential future threats.

How does the Covid inquiry work?

The inquiry has heard from politicians, civil servants, public health experts and bereaved families.

Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain

They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones.

WHO implores China to share data, access to learn about Covid-19’s origins

‘Without transparency, sharing and cooperation, the world cannot adequately prevent and prepare for future epidemics and pandemics.’.

Assisted dying bill: What is in proposed law?

The proposed law would allow some terminally ill adults to end their own lives. But there are requirements.

NHS hours from PPE running out in Covid - Hancock

Former health secretary tells inquiry some healthcare settings did run out - "and it was awful".

Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request

NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard says the decision, in July 2020, was very disappointing.

Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified

Sir Stephen Powis says points-based tool was drawn up should need to prioritise patients have arisen.

How are the vaping rules changing?

Marketing rules will be stricter, nicotine vapes will be taxed and disposable vapes will be banned.

Warning tax rises could force care homes to close

Social care providers say the sector is in "unprecedented danger" without more funding.

How close were hospitals to collapse in Covid?

The Covid inquiry restarts its live hearings this week, after senior staff in the NHS revealed just how close some hospitals were to collapse

Is the system letting down people who were harmed by Covid vaccines?

People affected by rare blood clots say they feel they have been airbrushed out of the pandemic.

How will weight-loss drugs change our relationship with food?

The rise of these treatments has major implications for how we think about obesity, says James Gallagher.

NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts

Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs.

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Patients' families were “horrified but not surprised” when told the blanket policy had been in place.

We were not treated as parents, Covid inquiry told

Mum of premature twins says rigid restrictions on birthing wards during Covid were traumatic.

Covid ambulance crews faced 'crucial PPE delays'

Crews say they faced crucial delays trying to save dying patients because of the time it took to put on equipment.

Covid was like a daily terror attack, doctor tells inquiry

Covid inquiry hears harrowing testimony from ex-adviser in emergency preparedness at NHS England.

Covid inquiry rejects clinicians’ anonymity plea

The UK Health Security Agency argued naming the junior officials could put them at risk of abuse.

High-grade masks evidence weak, Covid inquiry told

UKHSA's Prof Susan Hopkins said respirator masks may have worked no better than thin surgical masks.

Nurses bore the brunt of Covid, ex-chief nurse says

Dame Ruth May tells the Covid inquiry nurses struggled with low staffing levels and difficulties accessing protective equipment.

How many of us will end up being diagnosed with ADHD?

Experts suggest that the number of people with ADHD is actually going to remain steady.

The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead?

The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be.

Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods

Experts can’t agree how exactly they affect us and it’s not clear that science will give us an answer.

Before US Senate panel, scientist defends his rejection of Covid-19 lab leak theory

The four scientists testifying, as well as lawmakers, acknowledge that the roots of the coronavirus will never be known with certainty.

Covid-19 remains a worse killer than the flu, US study finds

Despite the pandemic being over, Covid-19 carries a 35 per cent higher risk of death in hospital patients, study finds.

Man had rare Covid infection that lasted 613 days, showed extensive mutations

Cases like this increase the risk of more dangerous coronavirus variants emerging, researchers say.

Largest Covid-19 vaccine study yet finds links to health conditions

More than 13.5 billion doses of Covid vaccines have been administered globally over the past three years. A small proportion were injured by the shots, stoking debate about their benefits versus harms.

Nearly 10,000 died from Covid-19 last month, fuelled by gatherings and new variant, WHO says

Almost 10,000 Covid-19 deaths were reported in December, the WHO said, as it warned the virus remained a threat despite partially passing under the radar.

WHO classifies JN.1 coronavirus strain as ‘variant of interest’

The strain makes up an estimated 15 per cent to 29 per cent of cases in the US, and some infections have been detected in China, though the public health risk remains low.

Nobel Medicine Prize 2023: how Katalin Kariko helped pave way for Covid-19 vaccine discoveries

Katalin Kariko’s obsession with researching mRNA to fight disease once cost her a faculty position at a prestigious US university. Now, her pioneering work has won her the Nobel Prize in Medicine.

Anti-Covid drug molnupiravir may have led to virus mutations, study says

Pharmaceutical giant Merck’s antiviral pill molnupiravir was one of the earliest treatments rolled out during the pandemic to prevent Covid becoming more severe in vulnerable people.

WHO warns of ‘concerning’ Covid-19 trends ahead of winter

Covid-19 death toll is on the rise again in the Middle East and Asia, while intensive care unit admissions are increasing in Europe, the WHO says.

WHO classifies Eris as Covid-19 ‘variant of interest’

The fast-spreading variant also known as Eris, the most prevalent in the United States, also has been detected in China, South Korea, Japan and Canada, among other countries.

Pioneer of mRNA vaccine touts technology’s promise while in Hong Kong for award, recalls how Covid placed her in spotlight

Hungarian-American biochemist Professor Katalin Kariko hopes mRNA science can be used for wound-healing and to prevent or treat other conditions, even cancer.

Hong Kong can attract pharmaceutical giants by having own drug regulatory system, health chief says while citing need for R&D in Covid aftermath

Health secretary Lo Chung-mau says firms are often spurred to carry out research where a regulator is based.

Cheap diabetes drug cuts risk of long Covid by 40 per cent, study shows

The findings on metformin – the most common medication for treating type 2 diabetes – could be a ‘landmark’ in the fight against the little-understood condition.

Hong Kong gloves tycoon pivots to produce Covid-killing reusable masks with lifespan of up to 4 years

Entrepreneur Juliana Lam founded Innotier, whose mask she says can instantly eliminate 99 per cent of the coronavirus and last for up to 200 washes.

Coronavirus Hong Kong: parents warned about rise of other respiratory illnesses despite Covid wave peaking

HKU experts sound alert on flu, RSV and pneumococcal infections, with children and elderly most at risk.

Covid Hong Kong: daily caseloads will drop soon, pandemic advisers forecast, with current ‘small wave’ no cause for alarm

Professor Lau Yu-lung from HKU says city experienced an expected ‘small wave’ and there is no need for concern as most people have immunity.

Beyond Covid-19, WHO chief hopes for ‘historic’ pandemic accord

WHO member countries have begun negotiations towards an international agreement aimed to ensure the world is better equipped to prevent or more effectively respond the next time a pandemic hits.

Coronavirus Hong Kong: daily caseloads hit 10,000, but health chief says outbreak manageable amid high vaccination rate, lower Covid severity

But Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau assures public high vaccination rate and lower severity of illness mean outbreak still manageable.

Coronavirus Hong Kong: US drug maker Moderna says bivalent Covid vaccine approved for local use, marking second such jab available in city

Bivalent vaccines target Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5, with the first such jab by BioNTech introduced in December.

Hong Kong experts urge city to stay vigilant as WHO declares end to Covid-19 global public health emergency

Residents advised to get vaccines and booster shots to keep themselves safe because ‘battle is far from over’.

Singapore’s Covid cases are on the rise, but most young children aren’t fully protected by jabs

Only 28 per cent of children aged five to 11 have ‘minimum protection’ against the disease, according to the city state’s Health Ministry, as weekly Covid case numbers top 27,000.

WHO says Covid deaths down 95 per cent this year, hopeful of declaring end of emergency phase

WHO chief says hopeful of moving out of Covid emergency phase ‘sometime this year’.

Private doctors in Hong Kong allowed to order more Covid-19 oral drugs from government to help tackle surge in cases

Family doctors had warned they were running out of oral antivirals Paxlovid and molnupiravir as cases climbed in the past two weeks.

Mobile printer for mRNA vaccine patches could be used for ‘next Covid’, scientists say

These ‘microneedle patches’ can be self-administered, are relatively painless, and could be more palatable to the vaccine-hesitant.

WHO warns Covid pandemic remains volatile, ‘still a lot of people dying’

In the last 28 days, more than 23,000 deaths and three million new cases have been reported to the World Health Organization.

Hong Kong has dumped 50,000 Covid vaccine doses since start of inoculation drive, including improperly stored stock

Wastage inevitable and proportion of discarded jabs, at 0.2 per cent, small, medical experts say.

Coronavirus: Hong Kong detects 7 cases of highly infectious Omicron subvariant that has caused alarm overseas, authorities confirm

Top health expert Professor David Hui says XBB.1.16 subvariant found in some of city’s testing samples.

Coronavirus: Hong Kong government adviser expects WHO to declare end to pandemic ‘in about 3 months’, but warns of current flu surge

Professor Lau Yu-lung assures residents city is on track to normality, with most of population vaccinated or having acquired immunity through infection.

WHO says China has more Covid-19 origin data: ‘We need to know’

The health agency’s chief demanded that Beijing share all relevant information, saying that if it does, ‘we will know what happened’.

Hong Kong doctors observe Covid vaccine rush with 2 weeks to go before jabs become chargeable

Health sector representatives estimate costs could be similar to what mainland visitors are charged for the BioNTech bivalent jab, at HK$1,800.

Coronavirus: who can get free fourth or fifth booster shot under Hong Kong’s revised vaccine scheme?

Starting late April, city will stop offering free additional boosters to all residents.

Covid Hong Kong: government pandemic adviser defends vaccine policy to charge for fourth, fifth shots

HKU expert Ivan Hung says move would mean public resources can be focused on vulnerable groups instead.

Covid vaccines past ‘use by’ date given to patients at Hong Kong private clinic – investigation launched

Department of Health on routine check finds 14 people given expired BioNTech bivalent vaccine shots at Kowloon Bay medical centre.

Are weight-loss injections the answer to obesity?

The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections?

New Covid-19 origins data points to raccoon dogs in China market

A new analysis of specimens collected in 2020 in Wuhan found evidence of the virus along with genetic material from raccoon dogs, according to scientists.

Got too many masks after Hong Kong axed its face covering rules? Here are some helpful hints for using them up

Internet users suggest converting masks into improvised feather dusters, while health expert advises residents to keep one month’s supply just in case.

Chinese pharmaceutical stocks surge as flu overtakes Covid-19 to become main virus ravaging mainland

Shares of Chinese drug makers that produce medication for influenza have made strong gains, as the ailment overtakes Covid-19 as the major pandemic ravaging the country.

No more masks by April? Hong Kong finance chief raises hopes by saying city will drop unpopular Covid rule by ‘end of season’

Financial Secretary Paul Chan takes questions on radio programme, but most callers focused on mask mandate instead of overall budget blueprint.

Singapore says death of man in 2021 is first linked to Covid-19 vaccine

The health ministry said the Bangladeshi’s death from heart inflammation 21 days after he took Moderna-Spikevax jab was a medical misadventure.

Coronavirus: Hong Kong’s daily RAT policy for students ‘likely to be removed’ by next month if Covid situation stable, education chief says

Secretary for Education Christine Choi says authorities will review local Covid trend and take into account experts’ views.

Hong Kong customs seizes Covid-19 drugs worth HK$15 million, arrests 20 suspects

Preliminary tests found that one type of medication did not contain the claimed ingredients.

Merck’s Covid-19 drug linked to new virus mutations, study says

Merck & Co’s Covid-19 pill is giving rise to new mutations of the virus in some patients, according to a study that underscores the risk of trying to intentionally alter the pathogen’s genetic code.

Patients behaving strangely: Hong Kong doctors report people chasing Covid antivirals, collecting for many ‘family members’

Medical Association says it is suspicious how some patients go from doctor to doctor asking for Covid drugs.

Coronavirus: patients at Hong Kong isolation facilities set to leave as mandatory stays end

Mandatory tests for travellers and quota for mainland China border crossings may also end in coming days, says pro-Beijing heavyweight Tam Yiu-chung.

Coronavirus: room exists to further ease testing for Hong Kong, mainland China cross-border travellers, CY Leung says, while expert proposes review

Leung, now a vice-chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, points to caseloads being kept at bay despite border reopening and festive break.

Covid-19: Hong Kong must decide for itself when to lift curbs, health experts say ahead of WHO decision on pandemic status

Local health experts also discuss if Hong Kong government should begin review of epidemic response soon or wait until later date.

Coronavirus: lift mask mandate for outdoors after winter flu threat, Hong Kong government pandemic adviser urges

Chinese University professor and government pandemic adviser David Hui says masks should still be worn on public transport, as well as in hospitals and care homes.

Covid-19: China’s ‘exhausted’ doctors and nurses work long hours for reduced pay

Doctors and nurses in some of China’s public hospitals are facing pay cuts or salary delays amid a surge in coronavirus cases, as local government finances come under extreme strain.

Coronavirus: 1 in 7 Hongkongers vaccinated with 4 shots; isolation order for infected patients could be dropped ‘by end of January’

Civil service minister Ingrid Yeung reveals more than 1 million residents have received fourth Covid jab, urges young and elderly to get their shots soon.

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