HCB launches Long Covid support service

The service provides support for sufferers of Covid-19 symptoms that are significantly detrimental to personal functionality following diagnosis. The service focuses on enabling people to improve quality of life while tackling ongoing Covid-related symptoms, often referred to as ‘Long Covid', and ultimately allowing them to return to work and resume other pre-Covid activities. The Office of National Statistics reported in mid-December last year, that around one in 10 respondents testing positive for Covid exhibit symptoms for a period of 12 weeks or longer. HCB case managers assess...