Janet Scott

No I don’t think thats in the paper - easy to guess the comparison though.

Thanks

New role: I'm stepping in as Clinical Lead for Scotland's Long COVID Network!

We're now focused on making these services sustainable while expanding to address post-infection conditions more broadly.

Grateful to patient groups and colleagues whose insights drive this work forward.

Its the best

#COVID19 #GlobalHealth #LongCovid #Exercise #NHSScotland

Apparently cycling 2-3 hours a day for 2 weeks after a pretty much sedentary lifestyle doesn't count as "gradual" - who knew? 🤷‍♀️
I'm now considering more cold water swimming to help redress the balance... because clearly my problem-solving skills are flawless! 🥶

I'm currently on Naproxen for various angry tendons after my active fortnight and sprinting through Gatwick North after the @RoySocMed LC conference for the last Inverness flight.

💭 Note to self: build up activity gradually...

Turns out there's a difference between suggesting increasing gentle activity and actually doing them after months of desk-bound life!

Highland traffic jam (Tornagrain)

Maybe I should buy that bike!

I once again find myself working from the Hillhead_Cafe in Tornagrain. Infact Tornagrain’s only cafe. Fortunately its lovely has wifi & great cakes.

A96 closed and the ‘top road’ via Croy also choka.

Fortunately no patient facing work today.
#Highlandlife
@nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk

#COVID19 #GlobalHealth #NHS #HealthIssues #LongCOVID #HealthEconomics #LOCOMOTION #HealthResearch

Health economic outcomes and national economic impacts associated with Long COVID in England and Scotland - The European Journal of Health Economics Background Two million people in the UK suffer from Long COVID (LC), imposing substantial health economic impacts. This study aimed to: 1) assess longitudinal changes in health utility scores and econ...

As a LOCOMOTION consortium author, proud to contribute to this important research.
Full study: doi.org/10.1007/s101...

These findings demonstrate Long COVID's substantial economic burden and highlight the need for coordinated care strategies with focus on vocational support.

🌍 Care Access: • Significant regional variation in specialist service provision after controlling for health need • Service volumes declined over time across most regions.

📈 Patient Outcomes: • Small but statistically significant improvement in health utility scores over time • Significant reduction in public sector healthcare costs • Strong evidence that service use responds to patient health needs.

📊 Economic Impact: • £8.1 billion annual cost (£24.2 billion total since LC emergence) • 56% of costs from productivity losses & informal caregiving.

🔬 Long COVID costs £8.1 billion annually - comparable to stroke at £9.4 billion

New LOCOMOTION consortium study published in European Journal of Health Economics analyzed 1,603 Long COVID patients across 10 specialist clinics in England & Scotland.

Would you write it??

Serene summer sky as I boarded the London flight in #Inverness. Views of the city and the Black Isle as we took of at 10pm.

Finally made it to Covent Garden. Thank you Travellodge for serving food until 4am!!!

The Invisible Impact Of COVID-19 On Hypermobility Syndromes And Neurodivergence -Bodies, Brains And Burnout Discover the latest research on hypermobility, post-COVID syndrome, and innovative treatments at our expert-led event. Learn about neuromodulation, early diagnosis, and specialist care to improve pati...

Excited to be off to #RSMLondon, tomorrow for 'The invisible impact of COVID-19 on hypermobility syndromes and neurodivergence - bodies, brains and burnout'.

@longcovidsupport.bsky.social @longcovidkids.bsky.social
#LongCOVID #Hypermobility #Neurodivergence

www.rsm.ac.uk/events/rheum...

Hi Vis nails?

First malaria medicine for newborn babies and young infants Coartem® (artemether-lumefantrine) Baby has become the first malaria treatment approved for newborn babies and young infants.

Huge News

Coartem® Baby—1st malaria drug approved for newborns <5 kg

It's a cherry-flavored mix of artemether (rapid parasite clearance) & lumefantrine (long-acting, prevents recrudescence)—dissolves in breast milk and optimized PK/PD for infant metabolism

Not-for-profit launch planned in Africa

🌼 A huge congratulations to Maureen from Woodend Hospital on her #DAISYAward nomination! Pictured here with her fantastic team, Maureen has been recognised for her compassion, dedication, and the outstanding care she provides every day.

#DAISYNurses #DAISYMidwives #NHSGDAISY #ProudToBeNHSG

#LongCovidRecovery #LowImpactExercise #EnergyManagement #WildSwimming #EBike #PrimaryCare #PatientCare #LifestyleMedicine #ActiveTransport

Both approaches seem to have real merit for the gentle activity and energy management challenges many of our patients face.

What movement strategies have you found most helpful - personally or professionally?

Thanks @highlandbikes for the brilliant bike hire! 🙏

🚴‍♀️ **E-bike life**: Hired a Tern cargo bike - absolute game changer! Cycled everywhere with my daughter (and occasionally the dog). Only used the car once all week.

🌊 **Wild swimming**: Evening sea dip (yes, midsummer - I’m not *that* brave yet!). Have to say it was genuinely enjoyable and definitely gave me an energy boost afterwards.

**Holiday experiments! 🌊🚴‍♀️**

While on annual leave, I decided to test some lifestyle strategies my colleagues in physio and occupational health often suggest for #LongCovid patients:

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