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Coronavirus: Front-line NHS staff deserve extra £29 a day, Lib Dems say

Front-line NHS staff should be given an extra £29-a-day reward for their service during the coronavirus pandemic, the Lib Dems have said. Health and care staff could receive a financial bonus like that given to military personnel on active duty, the party suggested. Acting leader Sir Ed Davey said Downing Street should consider creating a… Read More: Coronavirus: Front-line NHS staff deserve extra £29 a day, Lib… »

Obesity Increases Risk for Covid-19: Take Extra Precautions

People of any age with severe obesity — a body mass index of 40 or more — stand a high risk of serious illness from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Why Obesity is Dangerous? Obesity increases inflammation and weakens the immune system, making it more difficult to combat infections of… Read More: Obesity Increases Risk for Covid-19: Take Extra Precautions »