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R's not all you need

When it comes to loosening COVID restrictions all eyes are usually on R — but it's also important to take account of prevalence.

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Joining forces to fight COVID-19

Plus is proud to join forces with leading epidemiologists from the JUNIPER consortium.

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Compound infections

Why does the number e appear in models of exponential growth?

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Careful with your Christmas b(a)ubbles

Modelling shows that your choice of how many households you bubble with this Christmas can make a real difference to the spread COVID-19.

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The COVID-19 vaccines: Your questions answered

Are they safe? Are they effective? Will they stop the pandemic? Find out with our FAQ informed by experts.

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How long until it's all over?

We can't say for sure, but everything depends on how many people agree to be vaccinated.

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Who should be vaccinated first?

Modelling shows that old and vulnerable people should be prioritised.

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How were the vaccines tested?

Like any medical drug, vaccines are tested in large-scale randomised controlled trials.

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Are the vaccines safe?

Yes the approved vaccines are safe. If you balance the risks, then taking the vaccine is much safer than taking your chances with COVID-19.

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What's the price for relaxing the rules?

We are all longing to go into a lower tier, but this can come at a high price later on.

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Giving numbers meaning

Our favourite communicator of risk talks about the statistics of COVID-19, the quality of government briefings, and how to counter misinformation.

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Clearing the air: Making indoor spaces COVID safe

New research shows that ventilation is crucial and that masks are effective.

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medicine and health
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R's not all you need

Joining forces to fight COVID-19

Compound infections

Careful with your Christmas b(a)ubbles

The COVID-19 vaccines: Your questions answered

How long until it's all over?

Who should be vaccinated first?

How were the vaccines tested?

Are the vaccines safe?

What's the price for relaxing the rules?

Giving numbers meaning

Clearing the air: Making indoor spaces COVID safe

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