It’s absolutely vital that we all follow the latest coronavirus guidance and restrictions. For the latest local information on the guidance please go to the Rotherham council website.
We can all help to prevent the spread of the virus by following these three simple actions:
For some people, coronavirus (COVID-19) can cause symptoms that last weeks or months after the infection has gone, this is called “long COVID”
How long it takes to recover from coronavirus is different for everybody. Many people feel better in a few days or weeks and most will make a full recovery within 12 weeks. But for some people, symptoms can last longer. The chances of having long-term symptoms does not seem to be linked to how ill you are when you first get coronavirus. People who had mild symptoms at first can still have long-term problems.
If you are experiencing long COVID symptoms 12 weeks or more after having coronavirus, please contact your GP practice. We are working with Voluntary Action Rotherham (VAR) to assess the needs of those who are experiencing ‘long COVID’ through completion of a short questionnaire. Your GP practice will work with you and VAR to assess the most appropriate service or support for your needs. This may be a referral for further treatment or advice on how to self manage your symptoms.
Common long COVID symptoms include:
