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What is Post COVID-19 Condition (Long COVID)?

Post COVID-19 Condition, or Long COVID, usually appears within three months from the acute COVID-19 infection and lasts at least two months. Symptoms vary, and can change or worsen over time, and significantly impact daily life, according to the World Health Organization.

Common symptoms may include pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, sleep problems, brain fog, and post-exertional malaise.

We are devloping guidelines using the best available evidence. These guidelines will allow clinicians, decision-makers, policymakers, and the Canadian public to make informed decisions about their health.

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Prevention of Post COVID-19 Condition

Testing, Identifcation, and Diagnosis

Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Clinical Interventions

Neurological and Psychiatric Topics

Pediatric and Asolescent Topics

Health Care Services and Systems, Social Support

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