Warning To Not Ignore Health Issues During Covid Pandemic

Dr. Sinead Beirne (Photo © http://twitter.com/DrSineadBeirne)

A survey conducted by Reckitt Benckiser highlighting the confusion around Covid-19 amongst the Irish public as part of their Share the Facts Campaign, a new campaign featuring GP Dr Sinead Beirne.

The key findings include:

– 45% overwhelmed by volume of information on Covid-19

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– Over a quarter (28%) are confused by the information that is out there about whether they can take ibuprofen for potential coronavirus symptoms, such as fever and headache

– Almost 1 in 5 are not treating everyday pain symptoms during lockdown

– 23% of those who have not treated symptoms of everyday pain since the introduction of COVID-19 restrictions have had to seek medical attention

Gavin spoke with Dr. Beirne on Tuesday’s Morning Focus.