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Coronavirus: Centenarians recovering from the virus
May 30, 2020
Scientists have said coronavirus affects the elderly population more than any other age group. But amid the stories of suffering, there have also been rays of hope. BBC News hears from three centenarians who have survived Covid-19.
Among the many patients who left hospital in Derby after having had Covid-19 was Jane Collins, aged 104.
"She's survived two world wars, multiple recessions, and is still batting," said Ms Collins's great niece, Sarah Balmforth.
"She still likes the odd sip of champagne, which is what we think has preserved her for so long."
Ms Collins, who lives in the city, spent several weeks in hospital but has since returned to her care home to recover.
Image copyright University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust Image caption Jane Collins was applauded as she was discharged from hospital
Ms Collins said she remained tired and breathless at times, but said: "I'm doing very well after the virus.
"The [care home] staff are looking after me very well."
Staff at the Royal Derby believe she was the oldest of their patients to survive after contracting Covid-19.
"When she was admitted, you do expect the worst because you hear so much about this virus," added Mrs Balmforth.
"But day after day she kept improving and a lot of that was down to the superb care she got.
"She's made of some stern stuff."
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