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Marianne Faithfull out of hospital after battling coronavirus

Legendary singer-songwriter Marianne Faithfull is discharged from hospital after 22 days, having tested positive for coronavirus.

Marianne Faithfull has been discharged from hospital after being treated for coronavirus, her representatives have confirmed.

The legendary singer-songwriter was hospitalised at the start of the month and tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 but was said to be "stable and responding to treatment".

The 73-year-old is now back at home in London, where she will continue her recovery after battling through the worst of the disease.

A statement on Twitter read: "We are really happy to say that Marianne has been discharged from hospital today, 22 days after being admitted suffering from the symptoms of Covid-19. She will continue to recuperate in London.

"Marianne thanks you all for your kind messages of concern which have meant a great deal through what is a such a difficult time for so many. She is also very grateful to all the NHS staff who cared for her at the hospital and, without doubt, saved her life."

More than 2.6 million people worldwide have now tested positive for coronavirus, with almost 185,000 losing their lives.

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