Long COVID prevalence is 30.8% among individuals with confirmed or probable SARS-CoV-2 infection
Analysis Shows High Prevalence of Long COVID After Infection
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 22 studies involving more than 200,000 participants found a pooled Long COVID prevalence of 30.8…
A large-scale review finds that about 31 percent of people experience Long COVID symptoms, with higher rates among those hospitalized.
Omicron linked to multisystem long COVID and GI symptoms in veterans study
Omicron infection raises risk of multisystem long COVID for veterans
This retrospective cohort study of 1,120 veterans at a VA Medical Center found Omicron variants associated with increased multisystem long C…
Omicron variants caused more multisystem long COVID symptoms than earlier strains in a large rural veteran study group.
Mechanistic review discusses host-directed therapy for children with Long COVID and secondary bacterial pneumonia
Could monitoring specific blood markers help prevent long-term lung damage in kids with Long COVID?
This mechanistic review addresses Long COVID, Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection, and secondary bacterial pneumonia in children.
Monitoring blood markers like ferritin and D-dimer could help doctors catch dangerous lung inflammation early in kids with Long COVID before…
Protocol for observational study of digital cognitive assessments in post-COVID-19 condition
New Tool Spots “Brain Fog” After COVID in Just 15 Minutes
This is a protocol for a single-center, cross-sectional observational study in the Luxembourgish Predi-COVID cohort.
A new digital tool spots lingering brain fog after COVID in just 15 minutes, offering a faster alternative to long clinic visits for million…
Narrative review examines pathophysiological mechanisms of post-exertional malaise in PCC and CFS
Why Your Body Crashes After Small Efforts
This narrative review synthesizes current understanding of post-exertional malaise (PEM) in individuals with Post COVID-19 Condition and Chr…
Even a short walk can trigger a dangerous crash in people with Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome because their cells stop making energ…
Meta-analysis compares post-acute risks after SARS-CoV-2 versus other respiratory viral infections
Do You Have Post-Viral Symptoms?
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 22 studies synthesizes evidence on persistent symptoms after SARS-CoV-2 infection compared to ot…
Many post-viral symptoms like fatigue and brain fog happen after any bad virus, not just COVID, though trouble breathing and heart palpitati…
Systematic review of pediatric post-COVID-19 condition mechanisms and clinical presentations in children and adolescents
Why Some Kids Can't Shake the Effects of COVID
This systematic review examines the pediatric post-COVID-19 condition (PPCC) in children and adolescents.
Some kids still feel sick months after mild COVID due to a perfect storm of immune changes, hidden virus, and gut disruption.
Observational study examines post-acute sequelae in recovered COVID-19 patients in Long Beach
California study examines long-term symptoms in adults who recovered from COVID-19
An observational study in Long Beach, California, examined post-acute sequelae identification in adults who recovered from COVID-19.
A California study is tracking long-term health problems in adults who recovered from COVID-19, though specific results are not yet public.
COVID-like symptom prevalence studied up to 12 months after positive or negative SARS-CoV-2 tests in US adults
Study examines COVID-like symptoms in adults up to a year after testing
An observational study in US adults examined the prevalence of COVID-like symptoms up to 12 months after a positive or negative SARS-CoV-2 t…
Adults in the US reported COVID-like symptoms for up to a year after a positive or negative SARS-CoV-2 test, highlighting lingering health c…
Post-COVID-19 symptoms and conditions studied in children and adolescents in the United States
Research examines post-COVID symptoms in U.S. children and adolescents
A study of post-COVID-19 symptoms and conditions in children and adolescents in the United States was reported.
Post-COVID symptoms are being studied in U.S. children and adolescents, but no specific findings or safety details are available yet.
Phase 2 trial of Paxlovid for Long COVID cognitive, autonomic, and exercise symptoms completed
Can Paxlovid help people with Long COVID? A major trial is underway
A prospective, multi-center, double-blind, randomized, controlled Phase 2 trial enrolled 964 individuals with PASC to evaluate Paxlovid.
A major trial is testing whether Paxlovid can ease Long COVID symptoms like brain fog and severe fatigue in nearly 1,000 people.
COVID-19 survivors show brain network alterations in default mode and limbic systems
Does COVID-19 change how your brain is wired? A new map suggests it might
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 703 COVID-19 survivors and 596 healthy controls across 19 neuroimaging studies found structural and…
A new brain map shows COVID-19 survivors often have changes in the same networks used for daydreaming and emotions.
Research across SARS-CoV-2 infection
Related studies from across the SARS-CoV-2 infection family.
One Health diagnostics improve pathogen detection and outbreak prediction through cross-sector collaboration and technological innovation
One Health approach could stop future pandemics before they start
This structured narrative review examines One Health diagnostic strategies to address zoonotic diseases including SARS, Ebola, and COVID-19.…
A new review shows that combining human, animal, and environmental health monitoring can catch outbreaks like SARS and COVID-19 earlier.
AI models provide high accuracy for pulmonary inflammation and COVID-19 detection in diverse populations
Artificial Intelligence Shows Promise for Detecting Lung Inflammation
This mini-review synthesizes evidence on artificial intelligence applications for detecting pulmonary inflammation and managing perioperativ…
New research shows that artificial intelligence tools can accurately identify lung conditions like pneumonia and COVID-19 from medical imagi…
Ensitrelvir plus standard of care does not improve clinical recovery in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Trial shows ensitrelvir does not improve recovery for COVID-19
This Phase 3 randomized controlled trial of 589 adults hospitalized with COVID-19 found that ensitrelvir added to standard of care did not s…
A large trial found that adding ensitrelvir to standard care did not speed up clinical recovery for adults hospitalized with COVID-19.
SARS-CoV-2 related microvascular thrombosis is associated with increased risk of acute kidney injury
Small blood clots in COVID-19 patients link to kidney damage
This systematic review examines the link between SARS-CoV-2 related microvascular thrombosis and acute kidney injury in patients with COVID-…
Tiny blood clots in the small vessels of the body are linked to serious kidney damage and higher death rates in people with COVID-19.
AI diagnostic tools show high accuracy but limited real-world validation in systematic review
Artificial intelligence shows high accuracy in detecting various medical conditions
This systematic review of 24 studies synthesizes evidence on AI and deep learning for disease detection across multiple imaging modalities. …
New analysis of 24 studies shows AI tools can reach over 90% accuracy in spotting everything from lung cancer to skin disorders.
Toll-like receptor signaling governs inflammatory phenotypes and progression in infectious myocarditis
Toll-like receptors shape severity of infectious myocarditis
This systematic review examines the role of toll-like receptors (TLRs) in infectious myocarditis associated with COVID-19, influenza, and se…
A systematic review finds that pathogen-specific TLR signaling determines inflammation and outcomes in infectious myocarditis, with COVID-19…
Non-coding RNAs regulate cardiac injury in COVID-19 via apoptosis and metabolic reprogramming
Small molecules may play a role in COVID heart damage
This systematic review synthesizes evidence that non-coding RNAs (miRNA, lncRNA, circRNA) participate in cardiac injury related to SARS-CoV-…
New research explores how specific molecules called non-coding RNAs influence heart injury and cell communication during COVID-19 infections…
Organizational resilience and psychological support are key to improving ICU nurse teamwork during pandemics
Teamwork challenges and strengths for ICU nurses in COVID-19
This meta-synthesis of 48 qualitative studies examines the challenges and coping strategies of ICU nurses regarding team collaboration durin…
A review of 48 studies reveals what helped and hurt teamwork for ICU nurses during COVID-19.
CT-assessed sarcopenia combined with inflammatory markers predicts higher mortality in critically ill and COVID-19 patients
Low muscle mass and inflammation linked to higher COVID-19 mortality
This meta-analysis of 12,347 patients evaluated the prognostic value of CT-assessed sarcopenia combined with laboratory inflammatory markers…
A large review of patient data shows that low muscle mass combined with high inflammation markers may predict worse outcomes for severe COVI…
Favipiravir co-administration with lopinavir-ritonavir increased favipiravir clearance by twofold in COVID-19 patients
Trial shows favipiravir and lopinavir-ritonavir do not stop COVID-19
This Phase 2a randomized, double-blind, 2x2 factorial placebo-controlled trial evaluated favipiravir and lopinavir-ritonavir in patients wit…
A new trial reveals that combining favipiravir with lopinavir-ritonavir did not show antiviral activity against the virus in patients with C…
Ensitrelvir improves viral clearance and reduces viral RNA in patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19
Ensitrelvir helps clear the virus in mild to moderate COVID-19
This meta-analysis of 2,890 patients found that Ensitrelvir (125 mg or 250 mg) significantly improved viral clearance and reduced viral RNA …
New data shows that Ensitrelvir can help patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 clear the virus from their systems more quickly.
Point-of-care smell testing serves as an effective screening tool for various neurodegenerative and respiratory conditions
Point of Care Smell Testing Helps Identify Clinical Needs
This narrative review synthesizes the clinical utility of point-of-care olfactory tests across neurology, primary care, and otorhinolaryngol…
New research highlights how quick smell tests can serve as effective screening tools for patients with respiratory, neurological, and psychi…
Questions about Post-COVID-19 Condition
What conditions affect children and adolescents in the US with Post-COVID-19 symptoms?
Children and adolescents with post-COVID-19 condition commonly experience fatigue, lack of concentration, muscle pain, headache, and sleep problems, though symptoms vary and are less frequent than in adults.
Full answer →How long can COVID-like symptoms last after a positive or negative test?
COVID-like symptoms can last up to 12 months after a positive or negative test, with fatigue and brain fog being common long-term issues.
Full answer →What are the specific symptoms of Post-COVID-19 Condition in children?
Children with Post-COVID-19 Condition commonly experience fatigue, exertion intolerance, anxiety, and respiratory symptoms like cough or shortness of breath, often after mild acute illness.
Full answer →Are my long-term symptoms after SARS-CoV-2 infection more common than other viruses?
Some long-term symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and pulmonary embolism are more common after SARS-CoV-2 than other respiratory viruses, but many symptoms appear similar across post-viral syndromes.
Full answer →Can a digital cognitive assessment study help track my Post-COVID-19 condition?
Digital cognitive assessments can help track Post-COVID-19 condition by measuring brain function and comparing results to standard tests to see if symptoms like brain fog are linked to the virus.
Full answer →All Post-COVID-19 Condition Articles
- Long COVID prevalence is 30.8% among individuals with confirmed or probable SARS-CoV-2 infection
- Omicron linked to multisystem long COVID and GI symptoms in veterans study
- Mechanistic review discusses host-directed therapy for children with Long COVID and secondary bacterial pneumonia
- Protocol for observational study of digital cognitive assessments in post-COVID-19 condition
- Narrative review examines pathophysiological mechanisms of post-exertional malaise in PCC and CFS
- Meta-analysis compares post-acute risks after SARS-CoV-2 versus other respiratory viral infections
- Systematic review of pediatric post-COVID-19 condition mechanisms and clinical presentations in children and adolescents
- Observational study examines post-acute sequelae in recovered COVID-19 patients in Long Beach
- COVID-like symptom prevalence studied up to 12 months after positive or negative SARS-CoV-2 tests in US adults
- Post-COVID-19 symptoms and conditions studied in children and adolescents in the United States
- Phase 2 trial of Paxlovid for Long COVID cognitive, autonomic, and exercise symptoms completed
- COVID-19 survivors show brain network alterations in default mode and limbic systems
- Qualitative study reveals six themes of patient experience with post-COVID-19 olfactory dysfunction