A comprehensive study involving nearly 1,000 individuals diagnosed with post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) found that two-thirds of participants continued to experience significant symptoms, notably reduced exercise capacity and cognitive function, for an extended period.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
The persistent symptoms highlighted in this study are concerning, particularly the impact on exercise capacity and cognitive function, which are crucial for overall quality of life. From a tech perspective, this underscores the need for innovative health and wellness apps designed to monitor and support long COVID patients. The integration of cognitive and physical exercises into app-based platforms could provide ongoing support and potentially enhance the recovery process. It’s also a call to action for further research and development in health-tech solutions to address this growing issue.
Source: Long COVID Impairs Exercise Capacity and Cognition for Years – Neuroscience News
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