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Teen Testifies on Long Covid's Lingering Impact at Inquiry

11/20/2025

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Molly, a 16-year-old from Dorset, testified at the Covid-19 inquiry about her ongoing Long Covid symptoms, which often make her feel left out.
The inquiry aims to examine the pandemic's lasting effects and will run for four weeks.
Witnesses shared experiences of staying home and missing school to protect vulnerable family members.
Molly noted that Long Covid symptoms persist beyond 12 weeks.

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Story summary

Molly, a 16-year-old from Dorset, testified at the Covid-19 inquiry about her ongoing Long Covid symptoms, which often make her feel left out.
The inquiry aims to examine the pandemic's lasting effects and will run for four weeks.
Witnesses shared experiences of staying home and missing school to protect vulnerable family members.
Molly noted that Long Covid symptoms persist beyond 12 weeks.