According to a recent study published in The Lancet, the risk of developing long COVID-19 (also known as Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome, or PASC) has decreased significantly since the start of the pandemic.
The study analyzed data from over 1.2 million COVID-19 patients in the United States and found that:
1.The overall incidence of PASC decreased by 44% from the first wave of the pandemic to the second wave.
2.The risk of developing PASC was highest during the first wave (March-July 2020), with an incidence rate of 12.5%.
3.During the second wave (August-December 2020), the incidence rate dropped to 6.4%.
4.By the third wave (January-March 2021), the incidence rate further decreased to 4.3%.
The study’s authors suggest that several factors may have contributed to this decline, including:
1.Improved treatments and management of acute COVID-19
2.Widespread vaccination efforts
3.Changes in viral strain characteristics
4.Potential herd immunity
It’s essential to note that while the risk of PASC has decreased, it is still an important consideration for individuals who have recovered from COVID-19. Even with a lower risk, some people may still experience long-term symptoms or complications.
What do you think about this development? Are you concerned about PASC, or do you think this news is reassuring?
