COVID Shots Protect Kids From Long COVID—and Don’t Cause Sudden Death
Researchers recommend kids stay up to date on the COVID vaccines. Using an adjusted odds ratio, the researchers found that vaccination reduced the likelihood of developing long COVID with one or more symptoms by 57 percent, and reduced the likelihood of developing long COVID with two or more symptoms by 73 percent. Vaccination prior to infection was also linked to a 75 percent reduction in risk of developing long COVID that impacted day-to-day functioning.
- The fact that COVID vaccines not only prevent severe illness but also reduce the risk of long-term complications, such as persistent fatigue and neurological symptoms, highlights the critical role that vaccination plays in mitigating the ongoing impact of the pandemic on children's health.
- What will be the long-term implications of widespread vaccination on childhood health, particularly for those who experience mild or asymptomatic cases of COVID-19, and how can healthcare systems better support these individuals?