Health science reportsOct 31, 2026

Long-lasting COVID-19 Symptoms in the General Public and Healthcare Workers

Long Covid Weekly Brief ↗PubMed ↗DOI ↗OA ↗

Updated Nov 2, 2026

Abstract

Long COVID may affect a significant number of individuals following a confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Persistent symptoms can occur even after recovery from COVID-19.
The study focuses on individuals with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Healthcare workers may also experience these lasting signs and symptoms.
Understanding the prevalence of long COVID is essential for addressing ongoing health issues.

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