The effect of Covid-19 on healthcare workers

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The effect of Covid-19 on healthcare workers

Emergency Medicine Consultant Dr Mirza discusses the effects of Covid-19 on healthcare workers on the front line and some of the longer term effects.

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The effect of Covid-19 on healthcare workers

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The longer term effects of Covid-19

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The effect of Covid-19 on families

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