ITV Drama 'Breathtaking' Sheds Light on NHS Staff's Pandemic Struggles

Based on Rachel Clarke's experiences, the series highlights the harsh realities faced by frontline workers during Covid-19.

Rachel Clarke's memoir, turned into an ITV drama, portrays the intense challenges NHS staff faced during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The series, co-written with Jed Mercurio and Prasanna Puwanarajah, aims to reveal the true impact of the pandemic on healthcare workers.
Clarke criticizes the government's portrayal of NHS staff as 'heroes', advocating for a more nuanced understanding of their experiences.
The drama also addresses the issue of NHS whistleblowers and the need for a culture that supports speaking out.
'Breathtaking' may influence public opinion on the value and sacrifices of healthcare workers, amidst ongoing debates about their treatment and compensation.