Long Covid papers from around the world
Summary: A recent study using data from the Household Pulse Survey reveals that 14% of respondents in the United States report experiencing long COVID, with higher rates in women, Whites, and those with lower education and income. Long COVID is linked to negative affect, physical mobility issues, and mental problems, contributing to cognitive and physical
Long COVID: Lifelong Symptoms, Disability, and Economic Implications Summary: highlights the long-term consequences of COVID-19, indicating potential causes, associated health risks, and the multifaceted nature of symptoms. It emphasizes the urgent need for research led by ME/CFS and dysautonomia experts, prioritizing clinical trials and representative studies to address the profound impact of long COVID. Main
Canada’s Task Force Highlights Challenges and Recommendations for Post-COVID-19 Condition (PCC) Summary Consultative roundtables in 2022 emphasized the prevalence of Post-COVID-19 condition (PCC) in Canada, estimated to affect 10-20% of SARS-CoV-2 infected individuals. PCC lacks a unified definition, making diagnosis challenging, and the virus’s interaction with ACE2 is identified as a key aspect. The need