Almost one in ten believe they may have long Covid, research finds

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By Ben Mitchell, PA Media

Almost one in 10 people in England think they could have long Covid, according to analysis of national data.

Researchers at the University of Southampton examined information collected by NHS England which showed 4.8% of people reported having the condition, with higher rates in deprived areas and people with particular ethnic backgrounds, parents, carers and those with another long-term condition.