Local health chief issues travel warning amidst spike in Covid cases

Wigan Council has been publishing a weekly Covid surveillance tracker, featuring a list of the schools with positive cases. In the first half of the autumn term the number of schools affected by the virus reached more than 580.

Nevada is facing new restrictions in an effort to help control the increasing spread of COVID-19. "As of today, 13 of 17 of our counties are flagged for elevated risk of transmission.

Erik Pedersen Managing EditorHerbert F. “Herb” Solow, who as an executive at Desilu Productions took Gene Roddenberry’s original pitch for Star Trek and also held exec posts at several showbiz companies, has died.

recently appealed to the public for their help in reducing coronavirus rates in wards, as the number was higher than at the peak of the pandemic’s first wave. Now, as Lanarkshire is on the brink of facing tougher lockdown restrictions, we can reveal that the total number of confirmed Covid cases in hospitals today stands at 259 – an increase of 39 since October 21.The total number of suspected Covid cases in hospital has however decreased to 39  – compared to 44 on October 21.

horror film that has gone viral on TikTok has issued a new trigger warning after viewers said they were left ‘traumatised’.Megan Is Missing, which is directed by Michael Goi, was originally released to negative reviews, with criticism aimed at its exploitative nature and violence, as well as the over-sexualisation of teenagers.

Tom Tapp Deputy Managing EditorAs California passed 1 million COVID-19 cases and infections continued to increase across the country, California As Governor Gavin Newsom, Oregon Governor Kate Brown and Washington Governor Jay Inslee issued travel advisories on Friday urging visitors entering their states or returning home from travel outside these states to self-quarantine to slow the spread of the virus.

teaching union has called on the Scottish Government to "rethink" its position on schools remaining open full-time throughout lockdown.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) to help shut down the event in Piccadilly Gardens and disperse those present.

Get the stories that interest you straight to your inbox every day with our personalised newsletterClaremont care home in Ayr is battling Covid-19 infections.A number of people in the Dalmilling pensioner accommodation have contracted the virus it is understood.Last week another Ayr OAP residence - Creggan Bahn - confirmed four members of staff caught Covid-19 in the community.But residents in Seafield's Creggan Bahn are still clear of the virus and have been since the beginning of the

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Renfrewshire families have been warned to adhere to coronavirus restrictions or face entering a level four lockdown.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said Renfrewshire was one of a handful of local authority areas that had been giving her cause for concern following a spike in new cases.Speaking at Holyrood this afternoon, Ms Sturgeon said the next week would be “crucial” for the region.She said: “There are

California public health officials have seen a spike in coronavirus cases as infections continue to rise nationally and gatherings like the spontaneous street celebrations after Joe Biden was named president-elect this weekend threaten to worsen the pandemic.  On Sunday, Los Angeles County saw 2,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day, figures not seen since August.

Perth and Kinross councillor said he was "concerned" at the news. SNP councillor Eric Drysdale chairs the Perth and Kinross Integration Joint Board and sits on the NHS Tayside board.

Yorkshire Live, Sony stores in England will not be able to open up to customers on launch day due to lockdown - meaning that the only way gamers can get their hands on a console is through ordering online or via a click and collect service.

One mum has issued an urgent warning against children’s bath toys after her two-year-old son was nearly left blind. Eden Strong revealed that her toddler, Baylor, was rushed to hospital after a dirty bath toy left the poor boy nearly losing his eyesight.Taking to her Facebook and Instagram accounts, the concerned mum revealed how a build up of mould in the bath toys led to the concerning incident.

Scottish Government has announced. The new travel requirements will come into force from 4am on Saturday November 7.

straight to your inbox every day, freeRio Ferdinand has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United following their Champions League defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir.United were beaten 2-1 in their latest group match in Turkey on Wednesday night.Poor defending contributed to both goals conceded and Ferdinand was left fuming about his old team's performance.Former Chelsea and Newcastle striker Demba Ba was left with a clear run on goal from inside his own half to score the opener in only the

coronavirus said her health deteriorated rapidly after being struck down with the illness.Aly Harte is now urging others to be diligent in protecting themselves and their families following her tough battle.The 37-year-old said she went from hiking to extreme fatigue within days.Four weeks ago, the business woman from County Down noticed a strange taste in her mouth, and went for a Covid-19 test, report Belfast Live.“I found out I was positive and it just went downhill from there,” she

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.New weekly coronavirus cases in Lanarkshire fell for the first time since July last week.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed a further 268 cases in the region for yesterday at her daily briefing on Monday, November 2.That brings the total number of new Covid cases in the region for last week (week beginning October 26) to 2001 - 718 less than the previous week.Each of the previous 12 weeks had seen a