Fund could ease 'constant battle' of long Covid in Scotland

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image captionLong Covid had two dozen common symptoms including fatigue, a cough and breathlessness
A new £760,000 fund has been announced which could help ease the "constant battle" of long Covid.
The condition, which is estimated to affect one in 10 people who test positive, has more than two dozen common symptoms and can last months.
The money will be spent strengthening support services for patients, helping take some of the strain from GPs.
Patients and campaigners say it is an important step towards a comprehensive national support service.
The charity Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) will contribute £300,000 of the joint funding with the Scottish government providing the rest.

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