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Old 18th Aug 2020, 13:06
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Originally Posted by highflyer40
Agree completely. Yes those dying from the virus may be in the at risk groups and the elderly but the big unknown is how it affects the young and healthy.

There are numerous studies out there but the problem is this is so new that nothing has been able to be done in a coordinated and in depth study. Early studies are saying that 10-15% of all people tested positive are still suffering from long term damage that is getting worse once the virus has been eradicated.
That isn’t necessarily limited to COVID patients only, it is well known that those who have been infected with influenza suffer long term effects as well:

Long term outcomes in survivors of epidemic Influenza A virus infection

5 Ways the Flu Can Affect Your Health Even After You Feel Better
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