Jul 30 Watch 7:06 How millions of Americans suffering from long COVID can find support Millions of Americans are suffering from long COVID, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, with symptoms ranging from mild to debilitating. Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Health San… Continue watching
Jun 01 What seniors who suspect they have long COVID should know when seeking medical care By Judith Graham, Kaiser Health News Although identifying long COVID in older adults can be tricky, experts say there are good strategies for getting medical advice and fighting the impact of the virus. Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: Early research shows Black Americans and Latinos most likely to contract long COVID, official says By News Desk and Associated Press According to early research findings, people of color are the likeliest to develop long COVID, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute director Dr. Gary Gibbons said on Tuesday. Continue reading
Apr 05 Biden orders research push on long COVID, a still mysterious condition By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar, Zeke Miller, Associated Press President Joe Biden is ordering a new national research push on long COVID, while also directing federal agencies to support patients dealing with the mysterious and debilitating condition. Continue reading
Oct 08 WHO establishes clinical definition of long COVID By Associated Press The first official clinical definition of so-called long COVID has been agreed upon after global consultation and released to help boost treatment for sufferers, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday. Continue reading
Aug 07 Watch 5:36 COVID-19 exposed our inequities. Long COVID may exacerbate them By PBS NewsHour Nearly 25% of Americans who were infected with the coronavirus are enduring symptoms of “long COVID,” which can last for months. New Republic freelance reporter Karina Piser reported on how the healthcare system is failing to recognize the symptoms and… Continue watching