News Fresh Today: January 2020

Friday, 31 January 2020

Coronavirus: Search for close contacts of first UK cases

Officials say they are tracing those who spent time with two people tested positive for the new virus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/37TpRla

Coronavirus: In quarantine after being repatriated from China

British man, Matt Raw sent this video from his accommodation at Arrowe Park Hospital after he was flown out of Wuhan. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2OgQ3OI

Coronavirus: how quarantine has fought disease through the ages

From a plague-struck village to Wuhan today, quarantine has helped curb outbreaks for centuries. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2uVL0MD

The British citizens trying to flee China

UK nationals are being evacuated from China as the country tries to deal with a coronavirus outbreak. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2Saf532

Thursday, 30 January 2020

Coronavirus: Why are we catching more diseases from animals?

Climate change is shifting our relationship with the animal kingdom and helping diseases evolve. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/3aTj0tI

Coronavirus declared global health emergency by WHO

The World Health Organization says efforts must be made to stop the virus spreading to vulnerable countries. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/317sEo4

Artificial intelligence-created medicine to be used on humans for first time

A British start-up has developed a new drug much more quickly than traditional methods by using AI. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/36Cek8l

Coronavirus: What it does to the body

Chinese doctors detail the impact the new coronavirus has on patients. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/36BmfTb

Coronavirus: Death toll rises as virus spreads to every Chinese region

The death toll now stands at 170 and there are 7,711 confirmed cases within China. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2S7oatI

Wednesday, 29 January 2020

Coronavirus: Scientists race to develop a vaccine

US researchers are already working on a vaccine against the new virus that has emerged in China. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2Uj2GNd

Lungs 'magically' heal damage from smoking

The effect has even been seen in people who had smoked for 40 years. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/31ce7aQ

Ambulance service: 'Waiting system beyond a joke'

In the East Midlands one in eight emergency calls takes an ambulance more than an hour to respond. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RAnAoY

Tuesday, 28 January 2020

Coronavirus: Australia plans island quarantine as foreigners leave Wuhan

Hundreds of foreigners fly out of Wuhan, as Australia announces a Christmas Island quarantine plan. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2S1reaJ

Gay body shaming pressure 'led to severe heart failure'

Some gay men are turning to tummy tucks and steroids to feel accepted in their community. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2GxkCvb

Anti-depressant spray not recommended on NHS

A fast acting ketamine-like anti-depressant spray is rejected by health watchdog NICE. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2GyJimU

Coronavirus: Hong Kong to slash border travel as virus spreads

It wants to drastically reduce visits from mainland China, where the death toll has reached 106. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/36zYATg

Monday, 27 January 2020

Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to 106 as China tightens measures

Transport restrictions have been further tightened, with some cities suspending public transport. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/311jpG8

Concerns over new 'menopause delay' procedure

Its long-term safety and success remains untested - but some women have already paid at least £6,000. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/315CZAT

Can anyone call themself a therapist or a counsellor?

BBC reporter Jordan Dunbar investigates the lack of regulation around private therapy and counselling. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/3aMMMjN

Prostate overtakes breast as 'most common cancer'

Experts say more men are getting tested, which explains the rise in diagnoses in England. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/315gGLO

Coronavirus: Airlift for Britons trapped in China 'under review'

The UK government says a total of 52 tests have proved negative for the new strain of coronavirus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/3aHJv5g

Calls for 'virginity repair' surgery to be banned

Women are being shamed into the procedure out of fear of being outcast or even killed. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/30VdeTM

Saturday, 25 January 2020

'Postnatal depression doesn't only affect mums'

Viren Swami struggled after his son was born and wants all new dads to have a mental health check. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2NUv7Nl

Friday, 24 January 2020

Football 'not just a game' for devoted fans

Study finds football fans can experience 'dangerous' levels of stress that could put them at risk of a heart attack. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/30NIbcA

Devoted football fans experience 'dangerous' levels of stress

This can put strain on the heart and is particularly marked during a defeat, a study suggests. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2TTEoZV

China coronavirus: The lessons learned from the Sars outbreak

Almost two decades after Sars, a new mystery virus puts China back in the global spotlight. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2GkbJVN

Coronavirus: World Health Organisation on China response

The Western Pacific regional director says the country now has “stronger capacity” to deal with infectious outbreaks. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RMIlg7

Thursday, 23 January 2020

What's the difference between pandemic and epidemic?

Concerns are growing that the recently-detected coronavirus may spread. Dr Rosalind Eggo explains. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RkpTwk

China coronavirus: Fears infections will rise as hundreds of millions travel

With hundreds of millions set to travel, China tries to corral the deadly virus in Hubei province. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/37xF1MN

Coronavirus: British passenger 'wasn't sure' he could get out of Wuhan

British passenger describes the journey from the virus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan after the spread of coronavirus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2TRu2cJ

Coronavirus: Anxiety rises as Chinese city goes into lockdown

Authorities suspend outbound planes, trains and public transport in the city of 11 million people. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2GcCVWv

Can wearing masks stop the spread of viruses?

Surgical masks have been used to prevent illness in China for decades. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2NToCKz

Wednesday, 22 January 2020

Scientists discover 'why stress turns hair white'

Acute stress damages stem cells that control hair and skin colour, a study suggests. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RhYdIn

Wuhan: Virus-hit Chinese city to shut public transport

Wuhan, a city of nearly 9m people, is to temporarily shut public transport amid the outbreak. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2vfpbIf

Coronavirus: Chinese officials advise against travel to Wuhan

China has said that it is now at the "most critical stage" of prevention and control of the new virus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RHXmQb

Cardiff hospital trials cooling patients after cardiac arrest

Andrew Barnett is backing a trial at a hospital a year after he nearly died while playing football. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2sQTaWa

Tuesday, 21 January 2020

China coronavirus: What we know so far

The BBC's online health editor explains what we know about the coronavirus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2RBwJMU

Mental health: How to spot if you are suffering 'burnout'

Nerina Ramlakhan explains the four signs of burnout that people can exhibit, due to stress at work. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2sPDbaQ

New China virus: US announces first case

Nearly 300 people have been infected in the coronavirus outbreak, which originated in Wuhan, China. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2ReCBfX

‘I used gender transition as a form of escape’

Richard Hoskins says he was not properly assessed, and his transition was a reaction to having lost three children. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2TJniO5

New China virus: 'Wash your hands, be honest with your doctors'

A public health expert gives advice on how to try and avoid infection from the new China virus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/3auIxJz

HPV puts 'strain' on sex and dating

Changes to smear tests will mean more HPV diagnoses but there is concern over myths about the virus. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2GdRl8w

Being born with no smell: 'I don't know what food tastes like'

Only around 5% of the population suffer from a smell disorder, but it doesn't just affect your nose. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2uipG3S

NHS faces huge clinical negligence legal fees bill

Doctors' groups say the current system is not fit for purpose and requires "fundamental" reform. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/37dZCFn

Sperm donations from dead men should be allowed, study says

Research suggests the method could help curb a growing shortage of UK donations. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/2v745vv

Call to tax 'hidden' sugar in pre-mixed alcoholic drinks

Some cans of spirits and cocktails sold in shops and supermarkets contain eight teaspoons of sugar. via BBC News - Health Read More Here.. Lake forest health and fitness https://ift.tt/36c5tKh