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About Long COVID

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Long COVID Basics

The CDC website explains the long-term effects of COVID-19, which can include a wide range of ongoing symptoms and conditions that can last weeks, months or even years after COVID-19 illness.  Long COVID symptoms commonly include fatigue, brain fog, dizziness, headaches, shortness of breath, joint and muscle pain, sleep disturbances and many more.  The site encourages individuals to be aware of these potential long-term effects.

Long COVID Basics | COVID-19 | CDC

Long COVID Fact Sheets

The National Institute of Health’s fact sheet on Long COVID provides information about who is at risk for Long COVID, the symptoms and challenges people may face after recovering from COVID-19.   

National Institute of Health's Fact Sheet (pdf)

The 2025 Long COVID Awareness Day fact sheet, released by the Patient-Led Research Collaborative, provides a comprehensive overview of the ongoing global impact of Long COVID. It highlights how many individuals are affected, emphasizes that the majority of Long COVID cases occur after mild initial infections, and addresses the significant long-term health consequences.   

Long COVID Awareness Day: 2025 Fact Sheet (pdf)