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    Two million may still have long Covid

    by Ashleigh Webber 2 Feb 2023
    by Ashleigh Webber 2 Feb 2023

    Official figures show long Covid is still prevalent, but declining. Many have had symptoms for more than two years.

    • Coronavirus
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    Changes to NHS sick pay hit those with long Covid

    by Jo Faragher 30 Jan 2023
    by Jo Faragher 30 Jan 2023

    Thousands of NHS workers with long Covid are missing out on pay due to a change in sickness policy, a BBC Panorama investigation suggests.

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    Only those at high risk to be offered autumn Covid boosters

    by Nic Paton 27 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 27 Jan 2023

    Only people who are at higher risk of severe Covid-19 should be offered vaccine booster jabs this autumn, theJoint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation has said.

    • Cancer
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    Asbestos still rife in hospitals and wider NHS

    by Nic Paton 23 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 23 Jan 2023

    Many NHS buildings, including many hospitals, remain riddled with asbestos, a survey has concluded.

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    Social prescribing can reduce need for some medications

    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023

    Social prescribing can help to lower the use of psychotropic, antihypertensive and asthma medication in urban environments,

    • Cardiac
    • Respiratory
    • Stroke

    Health experts urge home workers to heat rooms to 18C

    by Ashleigh Webber 20 Jan 2023
    by Ashleigh Webber 20 Jan 2023

    People working from home have been advised to ensure their homes are heated to at least 18C to avoid the risk of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections.

    • Coronavirus
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    Unvaccinated at greater risk of death or heart disease following Covid

    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023

    People who have not been vaccinated against Covid-19 have a greater risk of death and cardiovascular disease for at least 18 months after infection.

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    Study aims to unpick asbestos exposure in schools

    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 20 Jan 2023

    Trade unions are set to work with a leading cancer expert to study the exposure of women in their late-40s...

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    Cake in the office ‘like passive smoking’, says watchdog chief

    by Jo Faragher 18 Jan 2023
    by Jo Faragher 18 Jan 2023

    Could an office cake ban be on the cards? Bringing sweet treats into work could be perceived to be as...

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    • Musculoskeletal disorders
    • Occupational Health

    Health support service sees rise in cancer and musculoskeletal referrals

    by Ashleigh Webber 18 Jan 2023
    by Ashleigh Webber 18 Jan 2023

    A nurse-led support service claims it has seen referrals for cancer and musculoskeletal problems leap by almost a fifth over...

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    Long Covid will often resolve itself within a year, study argues

    by Nic Paton 13 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 13 Jan 2023

    People who experience long Covid following only a mild bout of Covid-19 are likely to see their symptoms resolve within a year.

    • Anxiety
    • Cancer
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    Firefighters at heightened risk of cancers and mental ill health

    by Nic Paton 13 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 13 Jan 2023

    Toxic contaminants in fires can be directly linked to increased rates of cancer and mental health issues among firefighters, research has suggested.

    • Ergonomics
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    • Wellbeing and health promotion

    Why are musculoskeletal disorders still an issue for employers?

    by Marc Holl 11 Jan 2023
    by Marc Holl 11 Jan 2023

    Why so many workers are suffering musculoskeletal disorders and how can employers support them?

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    No sign of London Olympics exercise ‘legacy’, warn MPs

    by Nic Paton 9 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 9 Jan 2023

    Anticipated ‘legacy’ benefits of increased adult participation in sports and exercise from the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics have failed to materialise.

    • Fit for Work
    • Coronavirus
    • Disability

    Millions still reporting long Covid, but numbers may be stabilising

    by Nic Paton 6 Jan 2023
    by Nic Paton 6 Jan 2023

    Millions of often working-age people across the UK are still experiencing long-term, potentially debilitating, health symptoms following a Covid-19 infection...

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