Scots who have tested negative for Covid-19 but are still showing some symptoms are being urged to contact their GP. New figures show that around 25 per cent fewer lung cancers are being diagnosed now, compared to pre-panedmic times. A new campaign is urging over-40s to get checked if they’ve tested negative for Covid-19 but still have a persistent cough for more than three weeks.
Health secretary Jeane Freeman has told people not to hesitate to seek help despite the current restrictions. I want to reassure people that whilst the NHS is working differently, and they may not be able to see their GP in person,” she said. “Their practice is there to help them access key tests and support them through the process.