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FDA approves the Johnson & Johnson vaccine for use
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, with an efficacy of 86%, as the next to be rolled out across the US.
The Brazilian COVID mutation has been found in the UK
The UK has found six confirmed cases of the Brazilian COVID mutation yesterday (28 February) - but an individual who tested positive three weeks ago is still being traced throughout the country.
45% of people living with obesity have healthy blood pressure
Scientists have discovered that up to 45% of people living with obesity have healthy blood pressure, glucose and lipid levels - protecting them from the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Why the government’s £50m cash injection doesn’t go far enough
"By failing students, the wider economy suffers", says Lydia Jones, CEO and Founder of Housemates. Here she provides insight into how badly students have been affected by the pandemic and how the lack of government funding has negatively impacted student accommodation operators.
The window for convalescent plasma donation is just under two months
New data suggests that before 60 days of COVID symptoms beginning is the best window for convalescent plasma donation - which is how antibodies were created in countless COVID-19 patients before vaccines.
What are the priority groups for phase two of UK vaccinations?
The Government unveiled the confirmed priority groups for phase two of UK vaccinations - the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) is choosing age as the deciding factor.
UK Government report finds “alarming” COVID impact in South Asians
The first wave saw minority ethnicities hit harder than white people, but in the second wave things are improving - with the exception of an "alarming" COVID impact in South Asians, specifically Bangladeshis and Pakistanis.
What does the Budget have in store for the pension industry?
Andrew Megson, Executive Chairman, My Pension Expert, discusses what the pension industry hopes to see from the Budget 2021 and explains what the touted changes could mean for UK savers.
Only 1% of people flying to the UK are going to a quarantine hotel
The Home Affairs Committee Chair Yvette Cooper found that 1% of the 15,000 people flying to the UK daily are being processed through the quarantine hotel system.
Horizon Europe: EU research & innovation
Mariya Gabriel, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, describes Horizon Europe and scaling up high-impact and breakthrough research & innovation.
Sterilair PRO – Biological air treatment
Used in medical settings for over 20 years, Sterilair is now being used in a wide range of close-contact environments to maintain healthy air quality.
REACT study: UK vaccine hesitancy is the highest in London
New data from the REACT study finds that 14% of the UK population have antibodies against COVID-19 now, but that vaccine hesitancy is currently highest in London.
What support is available to businesses not eligible for new lockdown grants?
Michael Foote, Director of Quote Goat, discusses what financial support is available for businesses that aren't eligible for the government's new lockdown grants, including the Self Employed Income Support Scheme.
How technology can transform the elective care challenge
Karina Malhotra, founder and MD, Acumentice, explores how technology is being used to solve the elective care conundrum and to what extent emerging tech can make a credible difference on the front line.
42% of people on disability allowance live in poverty
The Social Market Foundation report found that 42% of families who rely on disability allowance are simultaneously living in poverty.
Towards an energy transition
Neil Gordon, Chief Executive of Subsea UK, charts the move towards energy transition, green energy and the ultimate goal of net-zero, including comment on the burgeoning Asia-Pacific market.
FDA reveals that Johnson & Johnson vaccine is 86% effective
New documents from the FDA show that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine appears to be 86% effective against COVID-19 - signalling that it will soon be approved in the US.
Data storage anxiety could delay the UK government’s digital ambitions
Steve Rafferty, UK and Ireland Manager, RingCentral, explains how leaders in government organisations can help to ease data storage anxiety through education.
People with asthma are not a priority group for COVID vaccination
The UK removed people with moderate forms of asthma from the high-priority group for vaccination, which pushes their vaccination date past April.
The UK’s legalisation of medicinal cannabis
David Hardstaff of BCL’s Cannabis Law & Regulatory team considers the success of the UK’s legalisation of medicinal cannabis products.