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July 17, 2024

Risk of long COVID declined over course of pandemic

Drop attributed mostly to vaccination but remaining risk still significant.

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May 30, 2024

Risk of death from COVID-19 lessens, but infection still can cause issues 3 years later

Study also shows that patients hospitalized within 30 days after infection face 29% higher death risk in 3rd year compared with those not infected.

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December 14, 2023

‘Long flu’ has emerged as a consequence similar to long COVID

Study shows patients hospitalized for flu or COVID-19 face increased risk of long-term health problems, death.

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August 21, 2023

Long COVID still worrisome 2 years after infection

Virus continues to pose risk of diabetes, lung problems, blood clots, GI issues, other conditions.

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August 14, 2023

WashU Medicine nephrologist has risen to prominence, uncovering society’s biggest health issues

Al-Aly has become a leading COVID-19 researcher by tapping into big data.

Outlook Magazine, Profiles

March 23, 2023

Paxlovid reduces risk of long-term health problems, death from COVID-19

Drug recommended to prevent severe complications of virus.

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March 7, 2023

Long Covid patients more likely to have gastrointestinal problems, study finds

Source: New York Times

March 7, 2023

COVID-19 infections raise risk of long-term gastrointestinal problems

Addressing lingering GI issues critical part of post-infection care.

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February 15, 2023

Do repeat COVID infections increase the risk of severe disease or Long COVID?

Source: Scientific American

December 21, 2022

Podcast: Brain-related issues can linger after patients recover from COVID-19

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' discusses one of the most common problems associated with long COVID-19.

Podcast, Show Me the Science

November 10, 2022

Repeat COVID-19 infections increase risk of organ failure, death

Researchers recommend masks, vaccines, vigilance to prevent reinfection.

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