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Background Healthcare workers (HCWs) face a higher rate of long COVID (LC) due to their occupational exposure. This condition is characterised by persistent, multi-faceted symptoms lasting 12 weeks or longer
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The recent Royal College of Nursing’s (RCN) report on the experiences of nurses with Long Covid shines a light on systemic failures that cannot be ignored. Many nurses, once hailed
Children aged 9 months to 4 years may be eligible for 15 or 30 hours per week of free government-funded childcare, depending on factors like the child’s age and the parents’ employment and income status. If parents are struggling with debts, they can contact PayPlan for support.
Talk Money Week aims to encourage open discussions about money to build financial confidence and resilience, with this year’s theme being to share one actionable tip to improve financial wellbeing; the blog encourages readers to participate and reminds those struggling with debts to reach out to PayPlan for support.
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To save money on food shopping, plan your purchases in advance, look for budget options and seasonal produce, stock up your freezer, and use less expensive protein sources. If you are having difficulty affording food, you can reach out to organizations like PayPlan or your local council for support.
A article published in the Nursing Times this week focuses on the role of nurses in providing care to people with ME/CFS and Long Covid. The paper can be accessed
A clinical scientist’s life was dramatically transformed by Long Covid, shifting from an active marathon runner and full-time healthcare professional to someone who is largely housebound and dependent on family care after two Covid-19 infections. Their experience highlights both the devastating personal impact of Long Covid – with symptoms including severe fatigue, post-exertional malaise, and nerve pain – and systemic issues in workplace and medical support for those affected by this debilitating condition.
This article outlines various ways to potentially reduce council tax payments in England. It covers discounts for single-person households, students, and pensioners, as well as reductions for second homes, properties with disabled residents, and low-income households. The piece emphasizes that these discounts aren’t automatic and must be applied for, and it advises readers to check their tax banding and consider spreading payments over 12 months to lower monthly costs. It also mentions the possibility of discretionary reductions for those facing financial hardship and provides contact information for debt advice services. The article notes that different rules apply in Scotland and Wales, and encourages readers to contact their local council for specific inquiries or to report changes in circumstances.
Standing shoulder to shoulder with healthcare workers with Long Covid
