Virology6 Nov 2025Bird flu virus spreading in UK could be worst yet, expert warns farmersA top virology expert tells the BBC that the "super-infectious" avian influenza virus could mutate.6 Nov 20255 Mar 2025Apology after water cups reused at half-marathon Volunteers at one of the water stations rinsed and reused paper cups when they ran out of new ones.5 Mar 20254 Jan 2024Flu is the major player now, not Covid - virologistDr Chris Smith says his colleagues are seeing far more cases of influenza than Covid this winter.4 Jan 20243 Jan 2023Welsh NHS on a knife-edge, warns health leaderWelsh and UK governments must work together to protect the health service, says one leader.3 Jan 20232 Mar 2022What happens next with Covid testing and boosters?Dr Chris Smith answers your questions about the future of testing and boosters against the virus.2 Mar 202210 Feb 2022Luc Montagnier, co-discoverer of HIV, dies aged 89The French virologist jointly won the Nobel Prize but later drew criticism for unscientific claims.10 Feb 202213 Jan 2022Am I infectious if I test positive after isolation?Dr Chris Smith answers your Covid-19 questions on incubation and how long you can spread the virus.13 Jan 20227 Jan 2022Can you get long Covid from Omicron?Dr Chris Smith answers questions about isolation periods and the effects of the Omicron variant.7 Jan 202223 Dec 2021Is it safe to have an unvaccinated guest at home?Dr Chris Smith answers your questions about reducing the risk of catching Covid-19 in our homes.23 Dec 2021...
