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Nurses who contracted long Covid still waiting for financial support

Many healthcare workers have stopped working and taken an early retirement because of long Covid symptoms, leading to a huge loss in earnings.


'My life was tipped upside down', says mum who suffered long Covid

A mother who suffered with long Covid said her life was "tipped upside down" in a "matter of weeks" after she was impacted by "crippling" symptoms.


Father 'forced' to take early retirement after 'debilitating' long Covid fatigue

It comes as a report published today, has shown the North East of England has the second highest number of people reporting long covid symptoms in England.


‘Chopstick Sally’ allows housebound author to feel more included in society

Sally Doherty’s creation uses a miniature cardboard cutout version of herself on chopsticks.


Coroner highlights lack of specialist care for ME patients after woman’s death

She spoke out following the death of Maeve Boothby-O’Neill, 27, who had suffered with ME for a decade before she died.


Harrowing Covid-19 stories from patients and NHS workers published by inquiry

Over 32,000 people have contributed to the Every Story Matters record, designed to help make recommendations on how to handle future pandemics.


'It's not a way to live': New study offers hope for Long Covid sufferers

The University of Exeter is running a six-month study to try and tackle an element of Long Covid. 


How the Isle of Man's specialised service is helping tackle Long Covid and ME

A specialist service in the Isle of Man is aiming to help those living with ME, Long Covid, and other chronic fatigue syndromes.


Long Covid 'leaves traces in the blood' that could lead to successful treatment

Roughly one in ten Covid infections lead to long Covid with an estimated 65 million people suffering from it around the world.


'They cost lives': Heartbroken mum recalls son's death during pandemic

A mother of a young man who died during the coronavirus pandemic has told UTV of the devastating moment her son died.


Patients call for clinical trials after conditions leave them unable to walk

The number of industry trials in Wales fell by as much as 60% over the five years up to 2023.


Doctor debilitated by long Covid leads bid to sue NHS over PPE

A West Yorkshire doctor who suffered serious complications as a result of Long Covid during the pandemic says poor protection in hospitals is risking lives.


Farmer says ME 'stole his childhood' while living in the Isle of Man

Thomase Cleator lives with ME working on his family farm in the north of the Isle of Man.


Kate Garraway says it was 'honour and privilege' to care for late husband

The presenter made an appearance on ITV’s Good Morning Britain just three days after laying her husband to rest.


Representing Border Wed 13th March 2024

The First Minister urges the UK government to 'think again', as they introduce legislation to pardon sub-postmasters wrongfully convicted in England and Wales.


Health worker's three year Covid battle almost over after lung transplant

Jamie Pritchard, 52, spent six months in hospital, and his condition was so bad that on seven occasions his family were told to prepare for the worst.


New documentary by Kate Garraway to show final year of husband’s life

In Kate Garraway: Derek’s Story, the Good Morning Britain presenter will explore her husband’s struggles as he suffered long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus.


Catch up on Representing Border 06.12.23

Boris Johnson gives his account to the UKcovid inquiry, but his apology falls flat with those worst hit by the pandemic.


New videos to help people with Long Covid

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight long Covid service hopes the 26 bite sized films will assist with breathing difficulties and fatigue.


Isle of Man Covid Review concludes response was 'broadly successful'

Kate Brunner KC publishes her independent review into the Isle of Man's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.