HHS releases two reports on long COVID-19 research, support

Editor's Note 

On August 3, as directed by President Joe Biden in a briefing room release in April 2022, when he tasked the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) “to coordinate the federal response to the long-term health effects of COVID-19,” as reported by OR Manager, HHS released a national plan for researching the long-term effects of COVID-19 and a report on federally funded services available to assist healthcare providers and patients in managing these long-term symptoms.

The National Research Action Plan on Long COVID details advances in current research and charts a course for future study to better understand prevention and treatment. The Services and Supports for Longer-Term Impacts of COVID-19 report highlights resources for healthcare workers, and those effected by broader effects of COVID-19, including Long COVID and effects on mental health and substance use, as well as loss of caregivers and loved ones, HHS reported on July 3.

“Long COVID can hinder an individual’s ability to work, attend school, participate in community life, and engage in everyday activities,” Xavier Becerra, HHS Secretary said. “As our nation continues to make strides in the fight against COVID-19, these reports are critical to shine a light on Long COVID’s impact and how to match people to resources.”