A DOCTOR from Wirral is leading the efforts to test for coronavirus across Merseyside.

Professor Frank Joseph, a consultant physician in general internal medicine, is leading the charge in providing and administering private Covid-19 testing across Merseyside.

There has been huge demand for the PCR testing in the region from people travelling and those who require negative coronavirus tests for work purposes.

Professor Joseph, who lives with his wife and three children in Hoylake, has led the rollout of DAM Health UK's Covid-19 testing clinics.

The private medical company has seen a surge in bookings for both home testing kits in Wirral and for rapid 'walk-in' Covid-19 PCR tests at the Covid-19 testing clinic on Rodney Street in Liverpool.

Professor Joseph said: "We are experiencing huge demand for home testing kits and for our rapid 'walk-in' Covid-19 PCR testing clinic in Liverpool which provides same day tests results.

"We're experiencing a lot of families visiting us, concerned about their support bubble and wanting to ensure safety.

"We are also extremely busy with people who require 'fit to fly' certificates for international travel and those who need negative test results for work purposes.

"Testing allows us to get back to a normal life as possible and is now a way of life for many while they await the vaccine.

"Sadly Covid-19 is a part of life for us all for now but with rapid testing we’re able to provide some hope and reassurance."

DAM Health UK has recently announced its expansion of clinics to Spain amidst growing international demand for Covid-19 testing.