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A Possible Explanation for Long COVID Gains Traction

A Possible Explanation for Long COVID Gains Traction

FromConsider This from NPR


A Possible Explanation for Long COVID Gains Traction

FromConsider This from NPR

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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Apr 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

While the country seemingly moves on from the pandemic, an estimated 15 million U.S. adults are suffering from long COVID. Scientists are trying to understand what causes some people to develop long COVID while others do not.NPR's Will Stone spoke with researchers and reports on a growing body of evidence that points to one possible explanation: viral reservoirs where the coronavirus can stick around in the body long after a person is initially infected.In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
Released:
Apr 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Every weekday afternoon, the hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you in 15 minutes. In participating regions, you'll also hear from local journalists about what's happening in your community.