14 percent of the US population has experienced prolonged Covid

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14 percent of the US population has experienced prolonged Covid 


A research article titled "Long Covid in the United States" published in the journal PLOS One revealed that about 14 percent of the US population has experienced prolonged Covid at some point. The study used data collected from nearly half a million Americans between June 2022 and December 2022 through the US Census Bureau's Household Pulse Survey. Among respondents, 14 percent reported long-term exposure to Covid, with half of them currently experiencing it at the time of the survey.

The study also uncovered significant geographic variation in the incidence of prolonged Covid across the United States, ranging from 11 percent in Hawaii to 18 percent in West Virginia. Consistent with previous studies, the results indicate that the incidence rate in the United States is significantly higher in women than in men, as well as in Caucasians compared to black individuals and Asians. Furthermore, the incidence of prolonged covid decreases with higher levels of education and income.

Long Covid, as defined by the study, is a multisystemic condition characterized by severe symptoms following infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). It is associated with substantial physical and mental health reactions, with more than 200 identified symptoms. People with long-term Covid may experience a wide range of symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, including physical disabilities, cognitive challenges and emotional changes such as fatigue, limited mobility, impaired concentration, memory problems, anxiety and depression.

This condition is strongly associated with physical mobility problems that affect daily activities such as dressing and bathing. It also manifests in cognitive difficulties, including memory difficulties and poor comprehension.

The article emphasizes that much remains to be discovered about the nature, determinants, and consequences of prolonged COVID, and that more insights will emerge over time as more information becomes available. In particular, tracking individuals over time may provide insight into the potential effects of vaccination on prolonged COVID, which may be valuable in preparing for future pandemics.

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Source(s): Xinhua News Agency

 

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