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UK death toll will be ‘worst in Europe’ thanks to herd immunity delay
A new study has predicted some 66,000 people could die in the UK with a peak of nearly 3,000 a day.
Covid-19 disaster caused by man driving animals to brink of extinction
Viruses jumping from animals to people is most likely where threatened species have declined due to exploitation and loss of habitat.
Woman says mother asked by GP to die at home if contracted coronavirus
Maggie Ilsley issued a warning to others in a scathing post online - adding that the ordeal had left her "sickened beyond words"
Tributes paid after ‘highly regarded’ surgeon dies with coronavirus
Jitendra Rathod, an associate specialist in cardio-thoracic surgery at the University Hospital of Wales, died on Monday.
Murder of fifth woman raises fears of domestic violence during lockdown
The victim was found dead inside a flat with serious injuries, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Over 100 medical students graduate early to help NHS battle Coronavirus
Brave medical students from the University of Dundee have opted to graduate early and register with the General Medical Council (GMC) so they can start work immediately
Coronavirus UK – Death rate hits new high as total passes 6,000
It is the deadliest day of the virus for the UK
The immigration conversation is changing
Many cheered Priti Patel's "immigration revolution", but coronavirus is forcing them to reconsider.
Coronavirus UK – Thug knocked out policewoman & beat police dog
Nelson Nelson flew into a rage at a train station when officers asked him if he needed to be travelling