Some 43 fake NHS Covid-19 apps hosted outside of official app stores were also pulled. They are advertising cards on fake websites that emulate the NHS. The GHIC can be obtained directly via the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/apply-for-a-free-uk-global-he alth-insurance-card-ghic/ - Criminals may also target people with fake 'Covid certificates' and 'passports'. It warned people to watch out for scam emails, telephone calls, fake websites and posts on social media. To stay safe, people are reminded to follow the advice of the Take Five To Stop Fraud campaign and pause to think before parting with their money or personal information.

Source: Daily Mail May 10, 2021 07:34 UTC