Scotland's work from home guidance is coming to an end on January 31 as Omicron cases continue to drop.
Omicron 'warning signs' as doctors explain when Covid sufferers should seek medical help
07.01.2022 - 19:43 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Covid infections continue to rise in Scotland following the emergence of the new Omicron variant over the past few weeks.
Scotland has been recording its highest coronavirus case numbers since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020.
On Monday, the Scottish Government reported a record high rise in Covid infections, with more than 20,000 infections recorded in just 24 hours.
Infection numbers have remained in the tens of thousands following the Christmas period.
Early studies have been optimistic on the potential impact that Omicron could have on Scots when compared to previous strains.
The risk of hospitalisation from Omicron is said to be around two-thirds lower when compared to Delta.
But given the increased transmissibility of the virus, the number of hospital admissions following a positive Covid test is now on the rise.
And with that rise, it is important to know when to seek medical help for your coronavirus symptoms.
Our sister title the Mirror has spoken to Southampton-based GP Dr Reena Virdi and Dr Gareth Nye, a lecturer of anatomy and physiology at the University of Chester's Medical School, to find out exactly when you should speak to a medical professional.
Though Omicron is widely believed to be milder than the Delta variant, the way people react to the virus varies in severity.
Dr Reena Virdi tells the Mirror: "It is important to seek medical advice if your symptoms worsen and become unmanageable. For instance, feeling short of breath, tight chested, dizzy or faint, particularly on minimal exertion or at rest.
"In this case you should call your GP, 111 if it is out of hours, or attend the emergency department/call an ambulance if symptoms are very severe."
Dr Gareth Nye echoes this and says that a warning
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