A Scots joiner who was paralysed by Covid-19 has beaten the odds to walk out of intensive care after battling the killer virus for 68 days.
Bob Morning, from Dundee, was first admitted to Ninewells Hospital on April 4 but after his condition rapidly deteriorated, he was rushed into the ICU.
Medics battled around the clock to keep the 65-year-old alive but soon discovered that he was unable to move due to the virus.
Despite the odds, Bob bravely fought back and stunned hospital staff by taking a few steps as he left the unit after more than two months.
The tradesman, affectionately known as ‘Bob the joiner’ to staff, waved to medics who lined the corridors as he made the journey to another ward where he will continue his recovery.
Hospital staff have hailed him as a true “inspiration” while wife Joyce cannot wait to eventually have her loving hubby home.
ICU nurse Valerie Guilford, who has been caring for Bob, said: “He truly is an inspiration to all of us.
“All of the ICU team will miss Bob’s banter and wish him all the best with his recovery."
Bob’s wife Joyce said, “I can’t thank the staff enough for what they have done to get us through this. Bob has come on leaps and bounds in the last few weeks.
“Everyone that’s been looking after him has gone above and beyond to help Bob and they’ve made sure we can stay in touch with each other as well.
“We have a long road ahead but I can’t wait for him to come home.”
