Coronavirus: 'Look after your mental health this winter' (BBC News)

Karen Clemmer 11/16/206:58 PM

NI's chief medical officer has urged people to look after their mental health and wellbeing this winter.

Dr Michael McBride said he was "acutely aware" that Covid-19 restrictions have had "far-reaching implications especially on mental health and wellbeing".

"This has been an exceptionally tough year for everyone," said Dr McBride.

Stricter coronavirus measures were extended last week by the executive until 20 November.

Although acknowledging their affect on mental health, Dr McBride said the restrictions were "essential for saving lives and protecting our health service".

The chief medical officer said he knew the pandemic had been "particularly tough" for young people.
"There has been so much disruption to your life," he said.

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