Michael Cryns

Michael Cryns, a 70-year-old clockmaker from Auckland, has faced chronic illness since childhood, which made him particularly cautious about contracting Covid-19. Despite his efforts to avoid the virus, he tested positive after a planned surgery in December 2024, leading to severe health complications that required an extended hospital stay. Cryns has since struggled with ongoing symptoms and has advocated for better infection control measures in hospitals.