Long Covid could be bigger public health problem than excess deaths, warns professor - News Summed Up

Long Covid could be bigger public health problem than excess deaths, warns professor


Those suffering with so-called long Covid have reported breathlessness, chronic fatigue and brain fog - months after initially falling ill with the virus. Mirror Online has interviewed multiple people who say they're suffering the effects - with one saying she's had awful coronavirus symptoms for six months. The report said long Covid seems rare in those under 18 and over 65, with higher prevalence among those of working age. (Image: Claire Hastie)"As Professor Spector says, long Covid is likely a bigger issue than excess deaths as a result of Covid, but, crucially, the risk must be considered alongside the economic impact and other health impacts linked to Covid restrictions," the paper concluded. (Image: Alisa Gabay)A fit yoga fanatic "brought to her knees" by coronavirus has been housebound for seven months due to "long Covid".


Source: Daily Mirror October 05, 2020 06:35 UTC



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