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ANYONE who has had Covid-19 faces an increased risk of serious blood clots for up to six months, according to a new study.

Researchers from Sweden discovered a ‘significantly increased’ risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) up to three months after infection - and there is a higher risk of a blood clot in the lung up to six months later.

The findings show people with underlying health problems are most at risk, as are those with more severe Covid-19.

Covid-19 infections 'significantly increase' risk of blood clots, major study finds