Its hard to imagine what our NHS teams have been through and continue to endure as they help to care for huge numbers of patients affected by Covid-19. So its hardly surprising that many staff are also dealing with anxiety, depression and even post-traumatic stress disorder. The scale of the challenge is so vast we still need to be there for them, so that they can carry on with their vital work.

Instead of a birthday gift, please consider donating the cost of your Covid vaccination (approx £6) to show your appreciation for the work of our  wonderful NHS staff throughout the pandemic.