Africa is free of polio after years of trying to eradicate the virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared. The landmark achievement comes after decades of campaigning and vaccination programmes across the continent. No cases of polio have been diagnosed in Africa in four years — the threshold to certify eradication of the crippling … Read more
Crushing fatigue. Lung and heart damage. Strokes. Even brain damage. These are just a few of the frightening complications of coronavirus that indicate infection could, in some cases, lead to long-lasting, debilitating illness in those who survive it, a growing number of doctors are claiming. Data gathered by UK researchers suggests primary symptoms themselves can come … Read more
Doctor who helped save Boris Johnson’s life says coronavirus is ‘this generation’s polio’ and warns some patients will suffer long-term effects ‘Large numbers of patients will have physical, cognitive and psychological disability post critical illness’ The Prime Minister credits Professor Hart and consultant Dr Nick Price with helping him to overcome the virus After Mr … Read more