The former Watford striker has been isolating at home but revealed in the early hours of yeserday (December 31) that he had been admitted to hospital for cardio tests.
In an update posted on twitter on today January 1, Blissett wished people a Happy New Year as he revealed positive news.
Happiest of new year’s & above all healthiest! i had a very minor concern & am all clear. But it showed you must take time to heal from covid no matter how mild. Above all that we should be ever grateful for front line medics & nhs nursing staff 💙 🥂
— Luther Blissett 💙 (@LBliss8) January 1, 2022
In the tweet Blissett says “Happiest of new year’s & above all healthiest! i had a very minor concern & am all clear. But it showed you must take time to heal from covid no matter how mild. Above all that we should be ever grateful for front line medics & nhs nursing staff 💙 🥂 “
Watford FC and Mayor Peter Taylor were among hundreds to send their best wishes to Blissett when he was taken to hospital.
Luther does so much for the town: helping to raise lots of money for local charities, supporting our work to make Watford a more dementia friendly town, working with veterans and much more.
— Peter Taylor (@WatfordMayor) December 31, 2021
Wishing him a speedy recovery and the very best in 2022! https://t.co/XLfYU1Kgma
We're all with you, Luther! 🙏
— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) December 31, 2021
Wishing you a speedy recovery and hope to see you back at The Vic soon 💛🖤❤️ https://t.co/pqnG8lH49p