Patrick Vallance
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| Gender | Male |
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| Age | 64 |
| Date of birth | March 17,1960 |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Institutions | GlaxoSmithKline |
| University College London | |
| Government Office for Science | |
| Job | Physician |
| Born | Essex |
| United Kingdom | |
| Spouse | Sophia Ann Dexter |
| Awards | Goulstonian Lecture |
| Education | St George's University of London |
| Parents | Peter Vallance |
| Barbara Vallance | |
| Children | 3 |
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| ID | 404803 |
Patrick Vallance Life story
Sir Patrick John Thompson Vallance KCB FRS FMedSci FRCP HonFREng is a British physician, scientist, and clinical pharmacologist who has worked in both academia and industry. He has served as the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of the United Kingdom since 2018.
Education and Qualifications
Dr. Patrick vallance is a medical doctor who graduated with a degree in medicine from the university of southampton. He earned his phd in immunology from the unievrsity of london. He also ohlds a number of professional qualifications. Including a diploma in tropical medicine and hygiene from the london school of hygiene and tropical medicine. An msc in clinical immunology and allergy frmo the university of london. And a certificate in academic clinical practice from the royal college of physicians.Career
Dr. Patrick vallance has worked in various roles in the medical field. Including as a research scientist. Clinician and health policy advisor. He was most recently the chife scientific adviser to the british government. From 2018 to 2020. Prior to his government role. He was the president of pharmaceuticals research and development at glaxosmithkline. And he has held a number of roles at the wellcome trust and the department of health.Publications
Dr. Patrick vallance has authored over 130 scientific papres. Reviews and book chatpers on topics related to immunology. Infectious disease and clinical practice. He has also written several books. Including the immunology of infection and the immunology of diseases.Awards
Dr. Patrick vallance has been recognised for his work in medicine with a number of awards. He has been awarded the sir william osler medal from the royal college of physicians. The rcp s highest honour. And he has also received the silver medal from the british medical association. In was awarded an honorary doctorate from the university of southampton.Important Event
In 2019. Dr. Patrick valalnce was appointed as the chief scientific adviser to the british government. A role he held until 2020. In this roel. He provided scientific advice to the government on a range of issues. Including the response to the covid-19 pandemic.Interesting Fact
Dr. Patrick vallance is an avid cyclist and has completed the london to paris cycle rdie multiple times. He also plays the violin and is a member of the london symphony orchestr. AProfessional Memberships
Dr. Patrick vallance is a fellow of the royal college of physicians. The academy of medical sciences. The royal society and the british academy. He is also a member of the world economic forum s global agenda coucnil on heatlh and serves on the scientific advisory board of the bill and melinda gates foundatio. NConsultancy and Advisory Roles
Dr. Patrick vallance has held a number of rolse in the medical field. Including as a consultant for the world health organization. An advisor for the international aids vaccine initiative. And a member of the executive board of the global alliance for vaccines and immunization. He is also the chair of the uk s national institute of health reserach health technology assessment board.Teaching
Dr. Patrick vallance has taught at a number of universities. Including the university of london. The university of cambridge. The university of oxford and the lonodn school of hygiene and tropicla medicine. He has also been a visiting professor at the university of southampton and a visiting fellow at the university of cambrdige.Media Appearances
Dr. Patrick vallance is a regular presence in the media and has been interviewed by a number of outlets. Including the bbc. Sky news. The financial times and the guardian. He has also been a guest lecturer at the imperial college london. The lonodn school of economics. The university of oxford and the university of cambridge.Boris Johnson to apologise to Covid Inquiry but say he got big calls right
... The former chief scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance, said Mr Johnson was " bamboozled" by scientific data...
Covid inquiry: Some local leaders put politics ahead of public health, says Hancock
... " Mr Keith KC asked if that is what former Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance referred to when, in his diaries, he mentioned " difficult negotiations in Manchester"...
Covid inquiry: Toxic culture damaged response, says Matt Hancock
... Sir Patrick Vallance, the former chief scientific adviser, Mr Hancock had " a habit of saying things which he didn t have a basis for"...
Dominic Raab denies Dominic Cummings made key pandemic decisions
... In a diary entry, former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance wrote that it was " quite extraordinary" that the health secretary was not there...
Covid inquiry: Van-Tam family received 'unexpected' death threats
... Giving evidence earlier, Prof Whitty also said that neither he nor Sir Patrick Vallance, the government s former chief scientific adviser, were told about it in advance...
Covid inquiry: First lockdown imposed a bit too late - Whitty
... These included: It came after former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance said on Monday that he and Sir Chris did not always see eye-to-eye...
Covid inquiry: Chris Whitty to appear after Vallance says pair had different opinions
... It comes a day after former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance said the pair had differing views over when to lock down...
Covid inquiry: 'Lack of leadership' as virus spread in autumn 2020
... By mid-October, the then prime minister had become frustrated by talk of a second lockdown, the UK s chief scientific adviser in the pandemic, Sir Patrick Vallance, wrote in his diary...
Coronavirus: Should we all wear masks now?
Face coverings are compulsory in more indoor venues in England from Friday, as stricter measures are introduced to tackle the Omicron variant.
Similar rules have already been introduced in other parts of the UK.
Where are face coverings compulsory in England?From Friday 10 December, such as cinemas, theatres and places of worship.
The government had already reintroduced masks in shops, on Public Transport and at hubs like railway stations.
Masks are also in:
Hairdressers, tattoo studios and nail barsPost offices and banksEstate agentsVet surgeriesTakeawaysPharmaciesAuction housesTaxisDriving lessons and testsUnder-12s are exempt, as are those.
Secondary School pupils are as are staff and visitors.
Do I have to wear a mask at pubs, restaurants or gyms?There are exemptions where it's not practical to wear a face covering, such as when eating, drinking, singing or exercising.
The government says that's why face masks will not be required in pubs, restaurants or gyms.
Until 19 July, customers in England were required to wear masks in hospitality settings when not seated.
How much can I be fined for not wearing a mask?In England, police and Transport for London officers can fine people £200 for their first offence. This drops to £100 if paid within 14 days. The Penalty doubles for each subsequent offence, with no discount for quick payment. So, a second penalty would be £400, a third £800, up to a maximum of £6,400.
In Wales, The Penalty for a first offence is £60, with the fine doubling for each subsequent offence - up to a maximum of £1,920. Repeat offenders can also be prosecuted In Court where fines are unlimited.
In Scotland, £30 fines are issued to people who don't wear face coverings in public buildings, rising to almost £1,000 for repeat offenders.
What have shops and police said about enforcement?The British Retail Consortium, which represents shops across the UK, says enforcement is a matter for The Police , but that customers should respect The Rules and be considerate.
The Association of Convenience Stores, representing 33,500 local shops, says it doesn't expect staff to challenge unmasked customers as it can be " a major trigger for abuse".
Police will enforce regulations " where it is necessary, " says the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC).
" If officers encounter individuals not wearing a face covering on Public Transport or in shops, they will engage with them, explain the risks and encourage them to comply. "
According to the NPCC, 2,306 Fixed Penalty Notices were issued in England and Wales in the year to July. Meanwhile, 641 people were fined for failing to wear a mask on Public Transport or for obstructing those enforcing The Law .
In October, Transport for London (TfL) said it had prosecuted 1,733 passengers since June 2020 for failing to wear a mask - resulting in an average fine of £549.
What are The Rules in the rest of the UK? In Scotland, in shops, on Public Transport and in pubs and restaurants when not seated. They are compulsory for and are required in indoor public spaces in universities. In Northern Ireland , post-primary pupils must wear face coverings inside School Buildings , as must staff if they can't socially distance, and. In Wales, and in all public indoor areas apart from pubs and restaurants. Secondary School pupils are. Why use a face covering?Indoors where people are close together.
Covering The Nose and mouth reduces the spread of coronavirus droplets from coughs, sneezes and while speaking.
The main purpose is to protect others although there is some.
What sort of face covering is best?It should:
have a nose wirehave at least two or three layers of materialfit snugly over mouth, nose and chinStandard surgical masks are acceptable. It is also possible to buy FFP2 and FFP3 masks used by healthcare workers. However, these must be fitted correctly to Work .
viruses, coronavirus pandemic
Source of news: bbc.com
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