ITV's upcoming medical drama, Breathtaking, gives us a glimpse into the real-life struggles faced by NHS medics all across the country during the Covid-19 pandemic that gripped the globe at the start of the decade.
The series focuses on Dr Abbey Henderson, an acute medicine consultant, and her team as they grapple with the initial outbreak of the deadly virus and a shortage of supplies.The show portrays the tough choices that healthcare professionals had to make during this time.The drama highlights the lack of proper PPE, infection rates, and how hospitals managed before and during the lockdown imposed by then Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
It also shows Dr Abbey and her team challenging government policies related to care home discharges while stretched to their limits.
In addition, the series also explores the long-term effects of the virus during the harsh winter months and the emergence of 'covid deniers'.