2023-10-27 15:57:00
Title: Study Shows Long-lasting Effects of Covid-19 on Thousands in Great Britain
Subtitle: Imperial College London Study Highlights Persistent Symptoms Among Infected Individuals
[date]
The Covid-19 pandemic has not only impacted individuals during the acute stage of the infection but has also left lasting effects on a significant number of people in Great Britain, even more than a year after their initial infection. A recent study conducted by Imperial College London sheds light on the long-term consequences faced by tens of thousands of individuals, indicating the lingering impact of the virus.
Professor Paul Elliott, in a university report, stated, “We collected data from three million people and were able to follow up on around 2.4 million of them.” This study included approximately 800,000 participants who were questioned about their symptoms, with around 250,000 individuals actively involved in the published study featured in the journal Nature Communications.
The findings revealed that 7.5 percent of survey respondents reported experiencing symptoms that persisted for longer than twelve weeks, while a concerning five percent endured symptoms that lasted even longer than a year. Termed as “Long Covid,” these lingering symptoms encompass a wide range of more than 200 different manifestations, such as fatigue and joint pain. Estimates suggest that between ten and thirty percent of recovered individuals could potentially suffer from these persistent symptoms.
Moreover, the study identified certain demographic trends within the affected population. Women reported long-term symptoms more frequently than men, while individuals with severe initial symptoms or pre-existing medical conditions tend to experience more severe long-term effects. Professor Helen Ward, from Imperial College London, emphasized the detrimental impact of persistent symptoms on individuals’ quality of life.
The study’s findings shed light on the long-term consequences of Covid-19 in the UK, revealing that despite the virus typically being a short-term infection, a significant number of adults continue to suffer from persistent symptoms that can extend beyond a year. Additionally, the report highlights that people infected early in the pandemic were more likely to experience long-term symptoms, although the reasons behind this correlation remain unclear and may be linked to factors such as immune status or vaccinations.
While the numbers from the study are alarming, there is also a glimmer of hope. One-third of individuals surveyed with Long Covid reported eventually fully recovering, offering optimism for those grappling with long-lasting symptoms.
This study serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the need for comprehensive support and healthcare services to address the post-infection challenges faced by thousands of individuals in Great Britain. Further research is critical to unravel the underlying causes of Long Covid and provide effective treatment options to enhance the quality of life for those affected.]
#study #reveals #alarming #figures