Pensioner survives Covid-19 battle and spinal injury

Andrew Rodger, 90, was cheered on by NHS staff on as he was discharged from hospital in Glasgow.

A 90-year-old man was cheered on as he was discharged from hospital after beating Covid-19 and a spinal injury. 

Andrew Rodger was discharged from the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow after having tested negative for the virus and successfully completing rehab for his injury.

Heartwarming footage captured the moment he was applauded by NHS workers as he left the building.