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SIGN Patient information: managing the long term effects of COVID-19
If you haven’t found what you’re looking for, here are some further sources of information. The organisations we have listed may be able to answer your questions and offer support.
NHS inform: Longer-term effects of COVID-19 (long COVID)
www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid-19/
NHS inform is a national health information service for Scotland. The website provides a range of information and advice about COVID-19, for example self-care guides.
NHS 24
Phone: 111
NHS 24 is an online and out-of-hours phone service providing the Scottish people with access to health advice and information 24 hours a day, 365 days a year..
NHS 111
Phone: 111
NHS 111 is an online and out-of-hours phone service providing people in England and Wales with access to health advice and information 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
NHS Your COVID Recovery
NHS Your COVID Recovery can help you understand what has happened and what you might expect as part of your recovery. The website also provides information for family, friends and carers.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
https://www.chss.org.uk/coronavirus/coronavirus-information-and-support/long-covid/
Helpline: 0808 801 0899
adviceline@chss.org.uk
or text NURSE to 66777
Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s ‘Long COVID Support Service’ allows people with long COVID to speak to nurses who are trained in managing some of the most common symptoms, such as breathlessness and fatigue.