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Oliver Koch

@okoch.bsky.social
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Infectious Diseases Physician | Hon. Sr. Lecturer | TropMed, Travel & Global Health | Clinical Research | Lead, NHS Lothian Travel Clinics | Edinburgh | Runner & Cyclist | Views mine. #IDSky #MedSky #TravMedSky #traveldoctor

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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Today is #WorldRabiesDay. Rabies is one of the most horrifying infections. Awareness, animal-bite avoidance, vaccination and prompt action after an exposure save lives. Find out more from NHS Lothian Travel Clinics: services.nhslothian.scot/travelclinic... #Rabies #TravelHealth #IDSky
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World Rabies Day 2026 - Travel Clinics
World Rabies Day aims to raise awareness and advocate for rabies elimination globally.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
28 September is #WorldRabiesDay 🐕🌍 At @nhslothian.bsky.social Travel Clinics, we offer pre-exposure vaccination to protect travellers to rabies-risk areas and reduce pressure on local healthcare systems. #IDSky #TravelHealth #Rabies services.nhslothian.scot/travelclinic...
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World Rabies Day 2026 - Travel Clinics
World Rabies Day aims to raise awareness and advocate for rabies elimination globally.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Planning a family holiday? Amy, our Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist, shares what she’s packing in her travel medicine bag for an upcoming trip to Asia — with practical prep tips before you go. #TravelMedicine services.nhslothian.scot/travelclinic...
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What’s in Amy’s Family Holiday Medicine Bag? - Travel Clinics
Whether you're heading off on a beach holiday or an adventure further afield, a little preparation can go a long way.
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NHS Lothian @nhslothian.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Top tip... Remember to check for ticks after playing outside when you’ve been playing in gardens & parks around towns and cities too. These tiny, spider-like creatures attach to skin underneath clothing and can make little ones poorly. Visit: nhsinform.scot/lyme-disease
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 #Belfast with @lanceturtle.bsky.social kicking things off with a fascinating journey into arboviral immunology / vaccinology. #infectiousdiseases #vaccines #TropMed #IDSky
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast. Great programme ahead. @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social #travelmedicine #IDSky
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
University of Edinburgh scientists launch the Edinburgh Pandemic Research Forum to help prepare more effectively for future pandemics. @uoe-sps.bsky.social @uoe-eid.bsky.social www.ed.ac.uk/news/forum-t...
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Forum to strengthen pandemic preparedness | News | The University of Edinburgh
An initiative led by Edinburgh researchers will help the world prepare more effectively for future pandemics by addressing one of the major lessons of COVID-19.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Brain tumour - a cruel disease. Please consider supporting Helen and her @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social colleagues in raising funds for @braintumourrsch.bsky.social by doing a massive walk. www.justgiving.com/fundraising/...
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Kiltwalk Mighty Stride 2026
Help Helen Tyler raise money to support Brain Tumour Research
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Study group for infections in travellers and migrant meeting at #ESCMIDGlobal2026 . An ever growing dynamic community. This topic clearly attracts a lot of interest. @escmid-esgitm.bsky.social @escmid.bsky.social
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
First cases of mosquito-borne virus (Usutu) found in blackbirds in Scotland www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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First cases of Usutu virus found in blackbirds in Scotland
Analysis confirmed the Usutu virus in birds found dead in Arran.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
This post is a great platform to launch your career from & gain valuable experience in running & supporting clinical trials and studies. All while being paid, working in a great team in a wonderful city.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Interested in clinical research and want to work in a fantastic team?We are looking for a clinical research fellow for 12 months from 1st Aug 2026. @cirgedinburgh.bsky.social @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk @nhslothian.bsky.social Apply now: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...
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Clinical Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases - 242442 PM:Western General Hospital
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
📢 We’re recruiting a LTFT Band 6 Travel Medicine Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the NHS Lothian Travel Medicine Service (Edinburgh & Lothians). @nhslothian.bsky.social 👉 Find our more and apply: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Upcoming RCPSG webinar on 20 January 2026 at 18:30: Tackling Air Pollution: The Human and Planetary Benefits of Active Travel rcpsg.ac.uk/education/ai...
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Tackling Air Pollution: The Human and Planetary Benefits of Active Travel | RCPSG
This webinar examines the link between climate change and public health, offering global insights, practical strategies, and a live panel discussion on health-focused responses to the climate crisis.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Flu season in Scotland has started early. Laboratory-confirmed influenza incidence per 100,000 population in Scotland:
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Avoid the need for RIG. Get vaccinated against rabies before you travel. Vaccine (for additional post-exposure doses) easier to source than immunoglobulins. #JTravMed academic.oup.com/jtm/advance-...
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Delays in rabies post-exposure prophylaxis abroad
AbstractBackground. Many travellers sustain an animal-associated injury (AAI) that may lead to rabies. To avert infection the WHO recommends starting post-
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Event @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social 11 Dec 2025 on Migrant Health & Mass Gatherings. Join in person or online: rcpsg.ac.uk/education/he...
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Health on the Move: Migrant Wellbeing and Mass Gatherings in Travel Medicine | RCPSG
Join us at the Royal College for the final session of our Travel Medicine webinar series, followed by an end-of-year drinks reception with fellow travel medicine professionals.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Wish the tube would go there..
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
#MedSky #IDsky #GlobalHealth #TravelMedicine @rstmh.bsky.social @bmj.com @ukhsa.bsky.social @lstmnews.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Less than 2 weeks to go. Sign up now for some fantastic #travelmedicine CPD. @bgtha.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social @travelhealthdoc.medsky.social #ID.Sky
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Well done @mhragovuk.bsky.social - assuring mothers and tackling misinformation. Thank you www.gov.uk/drug-safety-...
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Paracetamol and pregnancy - reminder that taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe
Patients should be reminded and reassured that there is no evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy causes autism in children. Paracetamol is recommended as the first-choice pain reliever for...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
🌍✈️ Update for Travel Health Professionals (UK) Public Health Scotland is closing the TRAVAX & Fit for Travel websites on 22 Sept 2025. Professional travel health advice is now at Travel Health Pro: travelhealthpro.org.uk Please share to keep colleagues updated! 🩺💙 #TravelHealth #PublicHealth
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NaTHNaC - Home
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
🚨 Just 1 month to go! The Faculty of Travel Medicine Annual Conference 2025 returns on 9 Oct. 📅 Book by 12 Sept with code TMC10 for 10% off (in-person & online). @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social @travelhealthdoc.medsky.social @rcn.org.uk #travelmedicine #IDSky
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Here is the correct link: rcpsg.ac.uk/education/fa...
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Faculty of Travel Medicine Annual Conference 2025 | RCPSG
Our 2025 annual educational day will be of interest to all practitioners working in travel health and related specialties.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Adventure meets expertise 🌍 — applications are open for the RCPSG International Postgraduate Diploma in Expedition & Wilderness Medicine. Take your practice beyond the clinic and into the wild. Apply before 22 Sept to join this year’s intake! @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
The Faculty of Travel Medicine Annual Conference 2025 is coming soon! ✈️🌍 📅 9 October 2025 📍 Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow Join leading voices in travel, expedition & global health for a day of learning and connection. #TravelMedicine #FTM2025 #GlobalHealth #RCPSG
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
@scienceofsportpod.bsky.social This might be of interest: www.nytimes.com/athletic/647... Olympic fencer Ysaora Thibus cleared of doping charge with kissing defence
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Olympic fencer Thibus cleared of doping charge with kissing defence
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Please also consider visiting your local travel clinic before travelling to a country with significant rabies risk.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Very sad. Please remember to seek urgent medical advice if you are bitten / scratched by a mammal (predominantly dogs but can be many others) in a risk area of the world. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Briton dies from rabies after 'scratch' from stray puppy in Morocco
Yvonne Ford had light contact with the stray dog while on holiday in Morocco, her family says.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Just take a moment and watch this: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m45L...
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WATCH LIVE: Physician Abraham Verghese addresses Harvard Commencement as school faces Trump admin
YouTube video by PBS NewsHour
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in travel medicine, infectious diseases, or global health: Webinar on Tuesday, 10 June 2025 @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social @fiona-w-rcpsg.bsky.social Join Dr Sam Allen as he shares the latest insights on teratogenic arboviruses. rcpsg.ac.uk/education/le...
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Let's Talk Travel Health | RCPSG
Looking to sharpen your expertise and stay ahead of global health trends? Join our dynamic series of free webinars designed for travel health professionals or those with a keen interest in travel medi...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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Exercise ‘better than drugs’ after cancer treatment, international trial finds
First clear evidence that structured exercise regime reduces risk of dying by a third and can stop cancer returning
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
www.gov.uk/government/n...
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First detection of West Nile virus in UK mosquitoes
UKHSA says there is no evidence to suggest ongoing circulation of the virus in birds or mosquitos in the UK and the risk to the general public is very low
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Today is Clinical Trials Day. A moment to thank patients and researchers who help drive research forward. Their contributions have the potential to improve health outcomes and benefit generations to come. @cirgedinburgh.bsky.social clinicaltrialsday.org
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Clinical Trials Day
At the forefront of every therapeutic breakthrough, you’ll find clinical research professionals who are driven by a powerful purpose: advancing treatments that transform patients' lives. ​Clinical res...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Will you join me in signing this petition calling for a strong Global Plastics Treaty? This week, UN delegates are meeting to negotiate the solutions to our plastic pollution problem. This global crisis needs global action, so we need as many people as possible to take part! act.gp/42LGcHV
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Global Plastics Treaty Now!
If you agree that plastic waste is out of control, sign the petition
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Check out this upcoming One Health event by @rcpedin.bsky.social www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/one-h...
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One Health: Animal and Human Health Interface
Part two of a four part series on One Health where we will discuss people, plants, animals and our changing environment.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Travel Medicine webinar series hosted by @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social . It’s free. Sign up here: community.rcpsg.ac.uk/event/view/l...
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Let's Talk Travel Health
Looking to sharpen your expertise and stay ahead of global health trends? Join our dynamic series of free webinars designed for travel health professionals or those with a keen interest in travel medi...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Consider entering the travel medicine essay prize of @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social . You have 24h left to enter.
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UK Health Security Agency @ukhsa.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Chickenpox is now a notifiable disease. Treatment and management protocols remain unchanged: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/03/11/c...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
Thanks you for an excellent overview on the screening of lung donors for mollicutes @michaelisonmd.bsky.social #escmid2025 @escmid.bsky.social
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
Good morning, @escmid.bsky.social @escmid-esgitm.bsky.social . Great day ahead in Vienna at ESCMID Global 2025.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Applications closing tomorrow.
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Peter Lind @peteralind.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
We have a salaried 4-year PhD student position available in the Lind Lab at Umeå University, Sweden! Exploring the eco-evolutionary dynamics of salt-induced cell clustering in bacteria. Reposts appreciated. umu.varbi.com/en/?jobtoken...
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PhD position in Molecular Biology
We are looking for a PhD student in Molecular Biology and a special interest in microbial evolution and ecology. The position at the Department of Molecular Biology at Umeå University is temporary fo
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Check out our research portfolio @cirgedinburgh.bsky.social. From HIV studies, vaccine trials, to big surveillance projects - we’ve got a lot going on. Great opportunity for a fellow to get stuck in. apps.nhslothian.scot/cirg/
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Clinical Infection Research Group Edinburgh – NHS Lothian | AppsScroll to welcome
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
We are looking for a research fellow for our clinical infection research group. Apply now. @emcat1.bsky.social @drtoniho.bsky.social @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk @edinburghaccord.bsky.social @nhslothian.bsky.social @ukri.org apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...
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211677 - Clinical Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases (MCD):Western General Hospital
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Thinking about the next step in your Travel Medicine career? Applications for the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons Postgraduate Diploma in Travel Medicine are open until 22 April 2025. @rcpsglasgow.bsky.social rcpsg.ac.uk/travel-medic...
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RCPSG Postgraduate Diploma in Travel Medicine
The aim of this course is to develop and support healthcare professionals in their role as travel medicine practitioners.
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Perhaps of interest to @escmid-esgitm.bsky.social members: channel.ersnet.org/media-113726...
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Journal club on European guidelines for the management of tuberculosis screening procedures in migrants: a systematic review - 26 MARCH, 2025 - Journal club on European guidelines for the management o...
To take part in this event, you must register in advance. REGISTER NOW 26 March, 2025 | Online 13:00-14:00 CET   Chairs: Dr Olha Konstantynovska (Kharkiv, Ukraine), Dr Cristina Vilapla...
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
“…an unwavering focus on growing long-term shareholder value.” Translate: we care about share holders and not the the planet. www.theguardian.com/business/202...
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BP to raise oil and gas spending to $10bn a year in pivot away from green goals
Firm confirms plans to scale back green energy efforts and ‘fundamentally reset’ strategy
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 23/02/2025
Germany - what is happening to you? www.theguardian.com/world/live/2...
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German election live: Conservatives projected to win and far-right AfD in second
Exit polls show CDU/CSU as largest party with about 29%, with Alternative für Deutschland on about 20%
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Oliver Koch @okoch.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Now your data is less safe than you thought it was. In the UK of all places. Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row
Customers' photos and documents stored online will no longer be protected by end-to-end encryption.
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