The first large multisite study of Long COVID symptoms in children under six found about 1 in 7 infected infants, toddlers, and preschoolers met criteria for probable Long COVID, with poor appetite, sleep trouble, cough, and fatigue among the most distinguishing symptoms. Researchers used the findings to build new screening tools for the youngest children.
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Long COVID in Young Children, School-Aged Children, and Teens
May 27, 2025
The first large multisite study found about 1 in 7 infected infants, toddlers, and preschoolers met criteria for probable Long COVID.
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