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After COVID: recovering in the first weeks

After COVID, many people still have fatigue, reduced fitness, a cough or brain fog for a few weeks. Rest, a gentle pace and attention to warning signs help support safe recovery.

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After COVID, many people still have fatigue, reduced fitness, a cough or brain fog for a few weeks. Rest, a gentle pace and attention to warning signs help support safe recovery.

  • Fatigue that does not immediately disappear after sleep or rest.
  • Becoming breathless more quickly when walking, climbing stairs or talking.
  • Spread tasks across the day and stop before becoming completely exhausted.
  • Alternate light activity with proper rest and plan extra recovery time after a busy day.
  • Call your GP if symptoms clearly worsen again after initial improvement.
  • For urgent GP care outside office hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediate threat to life.

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