Addressing the Long-term Effects of COVID-19
Rachel L. Levine
Abstract
This Viewpoint from US Assistant Secretary for Health Rachel Levine summarizes current understanding of “Long COVID” and addresses the need for agreed-upon terminology, further research and diagnostics, and an effective approach for addressing the long-term effects of COVID-19.
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