In a survey of more than 140,000 adults in 140 countries, 72% said they trust in science, down from 80% in 2020.
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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Vaccination rates differed significantly by education level and age, and reasons for remaining unvaccinated differed by race and education level.
Scientists say younger age and lower rates of chronic conditions are probably not the driving factors.
Experts say people who want the vaccines will be able to access them, and insurance will cover them.
A new study suggests that the initial vaccine rollout may have averted more than 20,000 severe outcomes.
The researchers examine why some people believe, for example, that the vaccines contain microchips.
Overnight work increased the risk of persistent symptoms but not of infection itself, suggesting that circadian disruption has a stronger effect on recovery.
Having more symptoms of long COVID is associated with a worsened perspective on life.
The viruses usually stay dormant but can revive in response to stress, hormonal imbalances, sleep deprivation, surgery, or serious illness.
The Department of Justice must decide if Fauci was allowed to plead the Fifth during a recent Senate hearing.
When the Senate hearing featuring Dr. Fauci ended, one vital question remained not only unanswered but largely absent from the discussion: How will the US be better prepared for the next pandemic?
