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The UK Prime Minister is fast-emerging as the fiercest foe of the deadly coronavirus. This came to light as Mr. Boris Johnson announced the imposition of a UK-wide lockdown yesterday to stop the spread of the virus. Government authorities know that the economic and social repercussions that may result from these policies are grave. This is why the urgent question of how long the lockdown will be is now being asked by some sectors.

COVID-19 has spurred the government to impose its strictest policy measure yet in an attempt to contain the spread of the virus. The Prime Minister has announced a countrywide lockdown in the UK. According to Mr. Johnson, there are only two medical reasons that can be used for residents to leave their houses. What are these?

To lessen the impact of the crisis, the general public was urged to observe social distancing. To help people become more aware, a coronavirus patient has disclosed the content of her daily symptoms diary.

The surging death toll due to COVID-19 infection is causing a lot of fears and tension to mount in the UK. As if to aggravate the already dreadful situation, there is the horrifying death toll in Italy which averages over 600 deaths within 24 hours. Because of this, the UK government is advising the general public to identify the symptoms as soon as they manifest. Technology may help in this area.

As coronavirus cases in the UK hit 6,650 with 335 deaths, everyone is now on high alert with the looming threat of infection on their minds. While much focus has been given on the elderly and those with an existing medical condition, there is also a need to know what symptoms to look for in children. Recently, a mother from Cardiff has revealed the signs you should watch out for in children. This is after her baby was found to be COVID-19 positive.

The death toll due to COVID-19 infection in the UK is now at 335, adding further pressure on PM Boris Johnson’s government to immediately impose a total lockdown like Italy. Health agencies have issued several coronavirus emergency warning signs you need to look out for. This includes the failure to perform something.

The coronavirus continues to wreak havoc in dozens of countries around the world, bringing the total global confirmed cases to 382,420 and 16,569 fatalities. 102,513 patients were able to recover from the virus infection. At present, health experts in countries around the world are engaged in a race against time to curb the spread of the highly-infectious disease. If you have already been infected by the coronavirus and had the symptoms, are you already immune from the disease?

The common symptoms of coronavirus infection are shortness of breathing, continuous cough, and fever. Recently, however, reports of a new symptom manifesting in some COVID-19 patients led some health experts to check on it. True enough, there is a new and confirmed symptom, and if you experience this, you need to self-isolate.

Coronavirus is affecting many countries in huge ways. Normal habits are being changed to make way for new norms designed to protect against infection. With so many people now starting to show symptoms, self-isolation has become a common occurrence. What are the symptoms that you need to be aware of? Is a sign showing in our lips considered among the coronavirus symptoms and hence, a medical emergency?

Government health experts say coronavirus can be fatal to those with underlying medical conditions. There are many people, however, who do not understand what that means exactly as many have existing medical conditions, yet they do not know if theirs belong to such category. In the latest update on the new guidelines today, the government has revealed who is included.

Coronavirus has become akin to apocalyptic movies that many people love to watch except that this is no movie and it is actually happening. With the UK’s total number of cases now standing at 5,683 and death toll at 281, the horror has become real.

The rapid spread of the deadly coronavirus has caught many by surprise. As of posting, there are now 341,237 cases of confirmed coronavirus infections worldwide and while recovery does remain high at 99,028 patients, so are the deaths now at 14,746. With nearly 4,000 new cases globally each day, health services are starting to get strained by the huge burden. There are also a lot of vital unknowns about the virus and today, a new study has answered one of such questions. How long does coronavirus stay in the air?

Fighting coronavirus requires a strong immune system. Doctors have advised to keep your immune system strong and to let go of unhealthy vices. There are several supplements that could help boost your immune system.

The coronavirus outbreak not only has wreaked havoc in communities around the world but also has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. During these times, some may be tempted to drown their sorrows in alcoholic beverages. This is not a good idea as they might be putting themselves at a bigger risk by turning to alcohol.

UK Government science advisers are proposing that the country should remain in lockdown for one year. Scientists who advised Prime Minister Boris Johnson to implement social distancing rules see a one-year lockdown as among the options on the table.

News outlets are full of news stories about the rate that coronavirus is spreading, how many have been infected, and how many died. Only a few talks about the rate of recovery or even its numbers showing how many people have already recovered. There is also little talk about how these people were able to recover from COVID-19 infection. So how do they recover?

The rapid spread of coronavirus is showing no signs of abating with the latest confirmed cases of infection now standing at 247,595 and the death toll passing the 10,000th mark. Health experts say unless governments impose stricter measures in containing the spread of coronavirus, it will continue to wreak havoc. Why is it called coronavirus anyway, and what does the term "corona" mean?

The rapid spread of the deadly coronavirus has caused alarm and panic worldwide. It has caused governments to order a lockdown on specific areas in an attempt to contain the virus. With the looming threat of a COVID-19 infection at an all-time high, knowing what signs to look out for is very important.

There are now 3,269 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the UK, of which 144 has already died and another 20 classified as in serious condition. Health officials have been putting out warnings to everyone since January and also revealed the most common symptoms of COVID-19 infection. These include having a high temperature and having a new, continuous cough. What is a continuous cough?

The rapid spread of the coronavirus has caused everyone to be gripped with fear. It intensified when experts reveal that the virus can live on various types of surfaces from several hours to a couple of days. The revelation caused everyone to avoid touching things in fear that they may get infected. This can be bad news for those going to the gym.

The coronavirus outbreak has proven to be very deadly, with over 10,000 fatalities worldwide. The virus can be lethal to those who are 70 years old and above, as well as those with existing medical conditions. To protect the vulnerable, the government has asked them to observe social distancing measures for up to 12 weeks. Such measure, however, may also affect their mental health.

Persons who are considered most at risk of developing severe illness are now being prioritized for coronavirus testing. Because of the insufficiency of test kits in hospitals, people have started looking elsewhere and found a home testing kit that sells for £375. Consumers are, however, be warned against these test kits as many of them have shown a negative result when, in fact, the person being tested is positive for the virus.

The deadly COVID0-19 continues to wreak havoc in nearly 200 countries around the world. As of posting, it has already infected 245,849 people around the globe and has claimed the lives of 10,047 patients. These disturbing developments have forced governments to impose drastic measures like advising people to avoid crowded places and for those showing even the mildest symptoms to self-isolate. How long should one isolate?

As the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections continues on climbing, there is a need to keep your immune system strong. This is your primary defense as you face the specter of having to fight off a coronavirus infection. What can you do to help boost your immune system?

In the last 24 hours, the government response in the UK has become more stringent as the death toll continues to creep up. With everybody on the lookout for coronavirus symptoms, identifying such has become more crucial than ever. One lesser-known coronavirus sign can be seen when going to the toilet.

Coronavirus has caused a great deal of panic in many countries around the world. It stoked more fears when health experts said that those with existing health conditions are at high risk if they catch the infection. Recently, government and health officials released a list of those deemed to be particularly vulnerable if they get infected with COVID-19. The list included the elderly and people suffering from autoimmune diseases. Are you among them?

High blood pressure or hypertension is oftentimes called the silent killer because you may not know that you have it until it is too late. Having high blood pressure consistently can put a person at risk of many life-threatening conditions. Today, health experts reveal that hypertension could increase the risk of dying from COVID-19.

Scientists are in a mad scramble to develop new treatments and testing methods in the battle against the killer COVID-19. Research teams have shown signs of progress, allowing the world to have a glimpse of the first signs of light in a darkened and troubled world.

The rapid spread of the coronavirus pandemic has caused such panic around the world and prompted people to look at their health more seriously. Boosting the immune system is among the chief priorities today of many to protect themselves against the infection. Consuming a healthy diet can help.