The risk of long COVID was two to three times higher after the initial infection (14.8%) than after first (5.8%) or second (5.3%) reinfections.
Plaque growth can lead to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and other life-threatening cardiovascular events for as long as 1 year.
Post-exertional malaise, or exercise intolerance, was seen in 36% of those with long COVID.
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Districts can begin ordering tests from the government in early December.
The estimated prevalence of chest pain and abnormal heart rhythms was 10% and 8%, respectively.
The findings, the authors say, support the recommendation of COVID-19 vaccination for all children aged 6 months and older.
The dashboard provides new visualizations and also tracks mpox.
Children with disadvantaged backgrounds particularly benefited.
The study suggests the US vaccination campaign likely prevented thousands of preterm births.
Vaccination appeared protective against lingering symptoms, severe illness, and hospital readmission.
Coping strategies ranged from using humor and distraction to denial and planning.
The 30-day death rate after COVID-19 diagnosis was twice as high in the cancer group than in controls.
Federal officials have been working with companies to find ways to boost the supply of the new vaccine for newborns.
