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Long COVID has now surpassed asthma to become the most common chronic illness among children in the U.S.

It didn't have to be this way, but we can work to prevent the incidence of Long COVID in children by preventing COVID infections.

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Long COVID happens when a child continues to have symptoms >= 3 months after having a COVID-19 infection. Sometimes symptoms change, or symptoms may reappear after feeling better. Signs and symptoms of Long COVID are variable in children of different ages. Infants and toddlers (0-2 y) - Trouble sleeping - Poor appetite - Stuffy nose - Dry or wet cough Preschool-aged children (3-5 y) - Daytime tiredness or sleepiness - Low energy - Dry cough
June 2, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Long COVID in kids is fueling a mental health crisis with them, understandably.

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It wasn’t due to “lockdowns” or remote learning.

“A new study reveals that nearly 40% of children with long COVID are experiencing significant symptoms of anxiety or depression, many for the first time.”
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Long COVID Is Fueling a Mental Health Crisis in Children - Neuroscience News
A new study reveals that nearly 40% of children with long COVID are experiencing significant symptoms of anxiety or depression, many for the first time.
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May 21, 2025 at 7:59 PM