Coronavirus
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Here's how much lateral flow tests will cost, now that free testing is overIt's thought lateral flows will be more expensive in the UK than in most other parts of the world.
By Ally Head
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So, does Omicron cause stomach pain? Plus 7 other flags you may have the virusThe Office For National Statistics reported last week that around one in 16 people currently has Covid in the UK.
By Ally Head
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Your need-to-knows about the two new Covid variants, plus whether you need to be worriedThey're being called "Deltacron" and "Stealth Omicron".
By Ally Head
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Those in contact with Covid-19 to test daily, plus all adults offered booster jabs to halt Omicron "tidal wave"Daily testing will be implemented from tomorrow, according to the latest announcement.
By Ally Head
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Omicron may have slightly different symptoms, says doctor who first discovered the variantThe new COVID-19 variant was first reported in South Africa last week.
By Catriona Harvey-Jenner
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43,000 PCR tests across the UK have shown false negativesTest and trace has been suspended, as a result
By Ally Head
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Jabs may only offer 50% protection by winter, scientists discoverNew research has concluded that the vaccine appears to become less effective as time goes on
By Ally Head
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Delta variant spreads from double-vaxxed at same rate as those without jab"You may not be as protected from the Delta variant as hoped."
By Ally Head
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So, what is PTSD? Here's how to know if you've suffered from the disorder this yearIncluding the more subtle symptoms that are often missed
By Ally Head
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Feeling triggered one year on from the first UK lockdown? 8 emotions you may experience this weekPlus, three mental health experts share how to cope, if you are.
By Ally Head
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Working from home tips: 10 simple steps for upping your productivityAka, how to conquer WFH fatigue
By Becky Freeth
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5 lessons we can learn from the disabled community this International Day of AcceptanceThis week marks the International Day of Acceptance - a day dedicated to the social acceptance of disability. Paralympian swimmer Liz Johnson has some lessons she wants to share
By Olivia Adams
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This lockdown, women's careers have been hit hardest: 13 expert tips for future-proofing yours'There's a triple burden on women at current: lockdown impacts their workload, career, and mental wellbeing disproportionately.'
By Ally Head
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Stream of consciousness writing can help focus your mindOverwhelmed with anxiety and muddled thoughts? It's World Wellbeing Week, so we asked business psychologist Paula Gardner about the technique she swears by to find help focus and boost creativity
By Maria Coole
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'I'm 24, blind and self-isolating - this is how I'm coping'Opinion YouTuber Lucy Edwards - who became the first blind presenter to host a show on Radio 1 at the end of last year - says she is familiar with the crippling feelings of isolation and anxiety caused by coronavirus
By Olivia Adams
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COVID-19 Global Diaries: 'Why I'm helping the hardest hit - the homeless and low-income families'Report Elisa Khong is a Malaysian philanthropist and she's determined to fight back with incredible acts of giving
By Niamh McCollum
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The best theatre shows to watch online while you save lives by staying on the sofaBecause every venue has pulled down their safety curtain for the duration of the pandemic, Maria Coole, our office luvvie, is sharing their free online productions
By Maria Coole
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COVID-19 Global Diaries: 'I don't have running water let alone soap to wash my hands'Report Mildred Mapingure is a single mum living in Zimbabwe, one of the world’s poorest countries. Here she shares the reality of confronting coronavirus when self-isolation and basic hygiene facilities are not an option
By Maria Coole

