More than 70,000 Scots were left unable to work because of the effects of Long Covid, according to a healthcare charity.
Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland say the Scottish Government needs to increase financial support for those suffering the effects of the virus.
Ministers say £3m has been provided this year to support local services, and have set up a Long Covid support fund.
Nicola McAlley has more on the story.
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