People have been asking about the ‘lateral flow’ testing now being used across the UK for students, workers and volunteers. So, our researchers have done this handy guide for you. BuDS has used only reliable scientific and medical sources to write this article and it has been reviewed by our expert team, which includes a clinical epidemiologist.
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Covid-19 Test Accuracy
How accurate are the ‘lateral flow’ or ‘rapid flow’ Covid-19 test kits used by schools and workplaces and now being offered to people across the UK? BuDS’ expert team has looked at a range of scientific evidence so that we can give you some reliable, fact-checked, information. This information relates to England only.
This is a long article, and deals with complex material and statistics. If you would prefer to read a shorter and simpler version of this article, please use this link: https://buds.org.uk/covid-19-test-accuracy/ or use the contents below to jump to our ‘What Does This Mean For Me’ summary.
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Update 5
Hopefully, slow and steady will still get me to my goal eventually. My daily distances have been severely curtailed for the last couple of weeks, so still a fair way to go until the next postcard at Durdle Door. However, every slow turn of the pedals gets me a little further along the route. I shall keep persevering…
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Update 4
Yesterday I reached my next checkpoint on my Lands End to John o’Groats exercise bike challenge. I’ve got to Plymouth! That’s 150km done now in the first 33 days. The next check point isn’t until Durdle Door and that is another 200km away. I reckon that’s about 43-44 days away, so should get there at some point in April!
Read MoreBuDS and a Year of Success
Consistently providing accurate and reliable information
Here at BuDS we thought it was about time we paid homage to our wonderful trustees, volunteers and staff members who have dedicated their time to keep our projects running and our community supported through such uncertain times. Over the past year many organisations and charities have struggled to adapt to the developing situation. Of course, there are many success stories, and we think we are one, so please indulge us while we blow our own trumpet!
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Update 3
I started my Land’s End to John o’Groats cycling challenge 3 weeks ago today. My strategy of doing a tiny bit on my exercise bike each day is paying off and this evening I have achieved 2 great goals. I reached my next checkpoint at the Eden Project AND I completed my first 100km! Next stop is 50km away in Plymouth. I reckon I should get there in about a week and a half.
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Update 2
After a week of slow, but steady cycling and maybe just a little over-done-things-itis, my virtual journey got me as far as St Michael’s Mount yesterday evening. I believe the next check point will be the Eden Project, but that’s a little way away yet.
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Update 1
I’ve now received the first 2 virtual postcards from my challenge. It’s a nice idea, but it would maybe have been better if they had written something a little bit more inclusive on the first check point card!
Read MoreBack in the Saddle – Land’s End to John o’Groats
Back in 2013, apart from having a few allergies and intolerances I was a healthy, energetic, and fit individual who was always on the go and nothing stopped me. I would think nothing of going for a 110-length swim, then a 6 mile walk and then going for a 20-mile bike ride with the family later in the day. Our summer holiday that year involved the whole family cycling 222km along the C2C, Whitehaven to Tynemouth route. It was a fantastic holiday of fresh air, sunshine, adventure and great companionship. It wasn’t without its challenges though, especially as my 12-year-old daughter came off her bike really badly on the second to last day. The pair of us ended up in A&E having her concussion treated. However, after patching her up, cobbling together replacement clothing, purchasing a new cycle helmet and getting the ‘all clear’ from the doctors, we re-joined my husband and son and completed the final leg of the route the next day.
Read MoreDanger of Covid-19
How dangerous is Covid-19 if you catch it, really?
This is an article to help you understand how dangerous Covid-19 could be for you if you catch it. We have done another post about how likely it is that you could catch Covid-19 in Bucks. Remember, your risk from Covid-19 is about two things: how likely it is that you could catch the virus, and how dangerous the virus might be if you do catch it. BuDS has covered these two issues in two separate articles.
We have solid data and fact-checked information – read on for more.
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