How long after contracting Covid do symptoms show? What are the signs of long Covid?
When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The length of time it takes to recover from Covid will vary from person to person. Lots of people will feel better in a few days, particularly young people and those who have had the vaccine. For others, it may take a few weeks. Government plans to 'treat it like the flu'  The NHS website says most will make a full recovery within 12 weeks.  But, some people can feel the effects of the virus for a longer period, this is known as long Covid.  The chances of experiencing long-term Covid symptoms dont appear to be linked to how ill you were when you first contracted the virus. Many Brits who may have had mild symptoms at first can still go on to have long-term Covid related problems. READ MORE: Diabetes type 2: The signs in your feet of high blood sugar - doctor