Evidence suggests the biggest risk factor for death by Covid-19 is age, but scores of pensioners are bucking the trend by managing to shake off the killer infection.

DR ELLIE CANNON reveals how the oximeter, pictured, a simple tool available easily on the high street, can help catch Covid-19 before it turns deadly.

DR ELLIE CANNON: The Mail on Sunday's GP discusses B&Q reopening, pictured, how to obtain a free test, whether it's safe to hug grandchildren and more in this week's column.

EVE SIMMONS: Becoming infected with coronavirus undoubtedly tops the list of current health fears for most Britons. But getting fat seems to come a close second.

Gillian Assor (right), 50, who runs a nanny agency, lives in Hertfordshire, with her husband David, 51, and their children Benjamin, 23, Oliver, 21, and Isabel, 19. They came across Tommy (left).

History shows how lethal disease pandemics have a habit of seeming to shrink away - but then returning suddenly in subsequent waves. Chillingly, these latter waves can prove far deadlier.

An interactive map using data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has revealed hundreds of towns and villages which have avoided a single Covid-19 fatality during the pandemic.

A new study, led by Tsinghua University. found that recovered coronavirus patients had varying antibodies such as immune cells that stop the virus from attaching to our cells.

British researchers modelled how the virus would spread in three scenarios - if Italy stayed in quarantine or if movement returned to pre-lockdown levels by 20% and 40% (shown in red).

A new study from the Mount Sinai Health System found that patients on blood thinners died after about 21 days in the hospital compared to those not on the drugs who died after about 14 days.

Some institutions have said that if their coronavirus vaccine trials go well, its jab could be available as early as Fall 2020, but most people would not be able to get it until Fall 2021.

A new survey from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that 80% said they would be concerned to go to a scheduled prenatal appointment amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Scientists in Italy claim antibodies made against the virus in mice were able to kill the infection in human cells, but British researchers said the discovery was routine in vaccine development.

The UK drug watchdog said there'd been a surge in bogus cleansing oils and sprays appearing online. It warned these products 'pose a risk to health' and could make COVID-19 infection worse.

Scientists in Glasgow trawled over data for more than 428,000 people who were part of the UK Biobank. Some 340 of those had recently tested positive for COVID-19 in hospital.

The 2019 World Cup is just a week away and England will be confident going into the tournament. But who is going to win? SIR CLIVE WOODWARD predicts who could win the whole thing.

The Rugby World Cup is just round the corner and Sportsmail has everything you need to know. SIR CLIVE WOODWARD has the lowdown on every team in the tournament in Japan.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD - WORLD CUP WINNING COACH: The World Cup is up and running and my only concern about England against Tonga is evidence of discipline.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Everything is coming to the boil nicely and sometime soon this England side is going to produce a performance for the ages. This Saturday would be the perfect time.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I can't imagine England have ever played better on the biggest stage. I felt a huge surge of pride watching this team and admiration for how clever and skilled they were.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Many wrote off Wales's World Cup chances after their narrow victory over France last week. But now I believe they will beat South Africa to reach their first final.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I must admit to just shaking my head earlier this week when Eddie Jones started talking about making England into the greatest-ever rugby team.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: It is very seldom I tip against England, if ever, as I just never see them losing at rugby. But I must confess I make France the favourites in Paris.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD WEEKLY COLUMN: The highlights reel from that game will be brief but as a former England coach who has lost in filthy conditions at Murrayfield I can assure you victory will feel sweet.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England have taken Ireland to the cleaners twice in the past 12 months, but only one of those victories counted for a bean and that was in Dublin 12 months ago.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: It might have been a little subdued before the match but we should have known England and Wales would provide some action to perk us up. The 33-30 win for England was all action.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: When Bill Beaumont clocks back on Monday morning, it would be worth remembering that, although the official tally says 28-23, he actually won by only one vote.

Everyone who laid eyes upon the Veloce went immediately gooey for two reasons. First, it’s an Alfa Romeo, plain and simple. Second, like most things Italian it’s really quite gorgeous

Compared to last week’s all-our Christmases-have-come-at-once-Bentley, I thought the A 200 was going to be a run-of-the-mill, practical and prosaic affair. Well, not so

For the entire time I had this car, my family knew where I was at every moment due to the bright yellow colour of the Suzuki Swift.

Visually, for a brand-new three-door hot hatch, this Fiesta ST is surprisingly on the tame side. A little too tame we all thought at first

First off, though, let’s get the downside out of the way. Dear VW, why oh why didn’t you make your latest GTi incarnation more exciting to look at?

The Champions League returned with a bang this week as Borussia Dortmund, Atletico Madrid and RB Leipzig took huge steps towards three big upsets.

DANIEL MATTHEWS: It's easy, amid the meandering monologues of Jose Mourinho, to forget there was another team in town on Wednesday night. But over 90 minutes, RB Leipzig outplayed Spurs.

PETER CROUCH: It was Tuesday afternoon when my phone began to ring and an unfamiliar number flashed up. bI'd spent the early part of the day at home, watching the rolling news bulletins.

Chelsea earned a vital win over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge in Premier League action.

Dele Alli reacted angrily to his 64th minute substitution during a 1-0 Champions League defeat to RB Leipzig on Wednesday. The England international has now been dropped to the bench.

OLIVER HOLT AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Any Spurs fans - or players - expecting a rallying cry after a significant setback like this would have been sorely disappointed.

Who'd have thought Jose Mourinho would have left a legacy at Old Trafford after all? Mourinho signings Nemanja Matic and Fred have been very important in their recent success.

There was a glint in Pep Guardiola's eye as he talked about Real Madrid, as European football's most influential coach gets ready to tackle its ultimate winning machine.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Manchester City left empty handed on the dramatic night in 2012 after a sensational late 3-2 win for Real Madrid brought manager Jose Mourinho to his knees.

THE NUMBERS GAME - JORDAN SEWARD: Dele Alli is statistically Tottenham's biggest goal threat right now with Kane and Son injured. Mourinho needs him firing ahead of important run of games.

Jose Mourinho is set to make a summer bid for Manchester United defender Chris Smalling, according to reports in Italy, as Roma haggle with United over a permanent deal for the defender.

Troy Parrott will retain his place in Jose Mourinho's squad for Wednesday's FA Cup tie against Norwich. Ireland striker Parrott, 18, played and scored for Spurs's under 23s against Wolves on Monday.

Eric Dier believes his Tottenham future is at centre-half after Jose Mourinho started him in the position for the first time in his side's defeat to Wolves on Sunday.

Tottenham host Norwich and Sheffield Wednesday play Man City tonight in the FA Cup fifth round. Sportsmail's KIERAN JACKSON will provide live commentary of the action and the quarter-final draw.

Tottenham face a tricky trip to Burnley on Saturday as Jose Mourinho bids to end a four-game losing streak in all competitions. Sportsmail's Ollie Lewis will provide all live updates for the clash at Turf Moor.

Pep Guardiola has admitted he didn't expect Manchester City to be so far clear of United when he joined the club - and says recruiting the right type of player has been key to their success.

Spurs boss Jose Mourinho is angry with Tanguy Ndombele, Eric Dier is angry with fans and Spurs players were angry with each other in a heated half-time inquest at Turf Moor on Saturday.

Jose Mourinho has vowed to be the man who brings silverware back to Tottenham despite another injury setback which has forced him to rule out Steven Bergwijn for the rest of the season.