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Coronavirus: Risk of death is higher for ethnic minorities

Being black or from an ethnic minority is a "major risk factor" in coronavirus, Matt Hancock says.

Coronavirus: Evening update as report finds ethnic minorities are at greater risk

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this evening.

Coronavirus: Government criticised over use of testing data

The head of the UK's statistics watchdog writes to Matt Hancock, saying data is "far from complete".

Coronavirus: Deaths at lowest level since March

Over 2,800 deaths linked to virus in most recent week, but total fatalities still higher than normal.

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Coronavirus: Advice for people with health conditions
Coronavirus can affect anyone, but people with pre-existing health problems and older people are thought to be at greater risk
Am I allowed outside?
Everybody in the UK has been asked to stop non-essential contact and stay at home wherever possible.

Research

Imperial College release pandemic modelling report
An Imperial College report considers whether anything short of a vaccine will help.
Repurposed drugs may help scientists fight the new coronavirus
Work on similar viruses is giving researchers clues to develop drugs against the disease
Coronavirus: US volunteers test first vaccine
The first human trial of a vaccine to protect against pandemic coronavirus has started in the US.

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Social Care

Coronavirus: Care companies fear bankruptcy
Coronavirus has left companies which support older and disabled people in their own homes struggling to cope, says their professional association.
Care Provider Alliance
A resource for care providers.

Health Care

NHS Official advice
www.nhs.uk
Coronavirus (COVID-19): UK government response
www.gov.uk
How to protect your mental health
10 Steps to effective handwashing
Regularly and thoroughly washing hands reduces the spread of infection. Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching your face.

Staying Safe

Coronavirus information: What should I do?
Public health experts have been giving out lots of advice to try to stop the spread of the virus.
Stay at home advice
How to self-isolate at home.
Coronavirus and your wellbeing
You might be worried about coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it could affect your life. This may include being asked to stay at home or avoid other people.

Keeping In Touch

Using technology to stay in touch with family and friends
So-called Social distancing might mean you can't meet in person, but it shouldn't mean you can't reach out - especially to older friends and relatives.