England's deputy medical officer can now drive sheep across a bridge in his home town of Boston.
He said his formative years in the town had aided him in giving the briefings, saying: "It's really helped me think about my audience. When I get deeply complex scientific questions, I think back to my audience and think: 'Well, what would they want to know?'.
Prof Van-Tam, who previously worked in the pharmaceutical industry and for the UK Health Protection Agency, also volunteered as a vaccinator to help distribute Covid-19 jabs. On receiving his honour, he wanted to stress the team effort of the last two years, saying: "There are thousands upon thousands of people in this country who have done every bit as much as I have in their own roles either locally or regionally, and they all to deserve recognition and thanks."Follow BBC East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire on
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Marine from Chicago area killed in Boston; bouncer charged with murderDaniel Martinez, 23, who was from the Chicago area, finished his active duty last year as a sergeant.
Read more »
Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade returns after COVID hiatusMassachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker called the return of the parade a well-earned reward after the anxiety, trauma and tragedy caused by the pandemic.
Read more »
Bold Boston Bruins gear up for postseason run, add Anaheim Ducks veteran Hampus LindholmThe Boston Bruins, looking to add depth on the back line as they battle for playoff positioning in the NHL Eastern Conference, have landed one of the most notable defenseman on the trade market, Anaheim 28-year-old veteran Hampus Lindholm.
Read more »
What to Get at Saks’s Friends & Family SaleWe’ve scoured Saks for the best deals, from home goods worth splurging on, to things to gift Mom, to plenty of spring and summer clothes to shop for
Read more »