The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) today revealed there are medical staff working to save lives and turn the tide in Britain’s war with coronavirus that have no access to basic protective clothing. Dame Donna Kinnair, chief executive and general secretary of the RCN, has blasted the ‘unacceptable’ levels of masks, gloves and aprons in … Read more
NHS medics must wear full protective equipment if they come within three feet of a coronavirus patient, the government warned today, as shortages of the gear saw a brave nurse forced to dress in just an apron and gloves. Public Health England has issued stricter guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE), making it a requirement … Read more
Parents of severely autistic schoolboy, 11, who could not talk claim he has said his first full sentence after ‘very encouraging’ stem-cell treatment in Miami Danny Bullen had the treatment last month and should have a second this year The next day his mother claims he asked for ‘more potatoes [crisps] please’ The youngster needs … Read more
Boris Johnson tonight put the UK into a state of coronavirus lockdown as the government tries to stop the spread of the deadly disease. The Prime Minister told everyone they must stay at home and that they can only go outside for food, medicine, exercise or to go to work if ‘absolutely necessary’. Meanwhile, all … Read more
Just over 20 years ago on the Kentish coast, Dermot Cronin was retired as Britain’s last lighthouse keeper when automation took over. Many others were decommissioned and now operate as highly unusual self-catering or bed and breakfast establishments. Here are six of the best… North Foreland lighthouse was home to Dermot Cronin, Britain’s last lighthouse … Read more
A mother’s diet during pregnancy could influence her child’s risk of developing symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new study suggests. While women are often encouraged to eat foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids – like nuts and soybeans – the study found that increased the risk of their children being inattentive and impulsive … Read more
103-year-old Iranian woman ‘makes full recovery’ from coronavirus after being in hospital for a week The unnamed 103-year-old had been hospitalised in the central city of Semnan The hospital said she was discharged yesterday ‘after making a full recovery’ Iran has been one of the countries hardest hit by COVID-19 with almost 1,000 deaths Coronavirus … Read more
Passengers demand a full refund as Asia cruise misses out key stops By A Daily Mail Reporter Published: 23:46 GMT, 14 March 2020 | Updated: 23:46 GMT, 14 March 2020 Hundreds of angry passengers are demanding a full refund from Norwegian Cruise Line after its tour of South-East Asia on its Jade cruise ship visited … Read more
Microsoft reveals full hardware details of its next-generation Xbox Series X and shows off ‘Quick Resume’ feature that lets players pause and resume multiple games instantly Microsoft has revealed even more details about the Xbox Series X A ‘Quick Resume’ feature lets gamers pause and resume games instantly The Series X will also support additional … Read more
From midnight on Monday, the United States will become the latest nation to extend travel restrictions on British nationals, amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic. The situation will doubtless be of concern not only to those who are currently abroad in affected countries, but also those planning a trip in coming weeks. According to ABTA, a trade … Read more