Clarke Gayford sorry for 'confusion' after claim he tried to get mate rapid test
Gayford accused of trying to subvert health rules for his mates after Omicron scare.
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Researchers reveal why some people may be less likely to catch Covid
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Pfizer says Omicron vaccine will be ready in March
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