Health chiefs urge over-60s to avoid crowds as coronavirus panic spreads

Everyone aged over 60 is being advised to avoid crowded areas including trains, buses and even supermarkets to prevent catching coronavirus. The drastic warning was issued by the World Health Organisation, which also urged people in this age group to skip routine appointments at doctors’ surgeries and hospitals. While infection is far more likely to … Read more

Health chiefs confirm first case of coronavirus in Northern Ireland

Health chiefs confirm first case of coronavirus has been diagnosed in Northern Ireland The patient is receiving specialist care and officials are working to identify any contacts the patient had to help prevent further spread At a media briefing Northern Ireland’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride said the country has been preparing for a … Read more

Health chiefs order public handwashing campaign amid fears UK cases are set to surge 

Patients with suspected coronavirus will be tested in their own homes in a bid to contain the outbreak. They will be ordered to stay indoors and wait for a paramedic or nurse rather than risk infecting dozens of people at hospital or on their way there. In a further sign that the NHS is preparing … Read more