NHS Staff with Long Covid Feel 'Abandoned' in Fight for Compensation

2025-03-20
NHS Staff with Long Covid Feel 'Abandoned' in Fight for Compensation
BBC

Healthcare workers in England and Wales, including Mrs Hext, are taking their employers to the High Court, seeking compensation for long Covid, which they believe they contracted at work due to inadequate protection. These dedicated staff feel abandoned and forgotten, sparking a debate about workplace safety and Covid protocols. With many suffering from ongoing health issues, they're fighting for justice and fair treatment, highlighting the need for better support for NHS staff and raising concerns about the long-term effects of Covid on frontline workers, including post-Covid syndrome and chronic fatigue syndrome.

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