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Following the thread on the cumulative risk of Long COVID in children after reinfection, let's look at a new study on vaccination and adults. The evidence is overwhelmingly clear: vaccination is protective. #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth 2/
A massive Swedish nationwide study (Sahlgrenska Academy, European Heart Journal) of over 8 million adults confirms that full COVID-19 vaccination significantly reduces the risk of severe cardiovascular conditions linked to the infection.

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🚨 The Double-Edged Sword: New research suggests #SARSCoV2 might be an unseen accelerant for #LungCancer. Beyond acute illness, the virus's long-term effects could fuel cancer development and progression. This is a critical public health warning. 👇 #COVID19 #Oncology 2/
The study highlights several terrifying potential mechanisms:
Chronic Inflammation: The cytokine storm and persistent, dysregulated inflammation after COVID are well-known cancer promoters.

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Marie Ewerz is 49. She got COVID in 2021 and has not been well since. Her symptoms are getting worse. 💔 Thousands in Sweden still suffer from a condition—Long COVID—that remains largely misunderstood, years after the first cases. Marie says: "You feel so alone."
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The illness has fundamentally changed her family life. At 9, her son first found her passed out on the kitchen floor. "He's been terrified and barely dared to leave me," Marie shares. Now 13, his worry meant he’s had to grow up too fast.
@Folkhalsomynd @jakobforssmed

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A new study on #LongCovid in children shows worrying results. Researchers found a strong link between persistent neuropsychiatric symptoms (like headaches, dizziness, and memory issues) and changes in brain volume, specifically in the temporal and subcortical regions. 2/
The study published in Pediatric Neurology found that children with more severe symptoms during the acute phase of COVID-19 were more likely to have significant brain volume changes months later. This suggests that the initial severity of symptoms can predict long-term effects

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A new Swedish study from the Public Health Agency suggests that for healthy, low-risk seniors and young adults in risk groups, the cost-effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination is low. According to the study, the benefit is limited from a socioeconomic perspective.
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The study states that the most significant benefits are for seniors in high-risk groups, those with home care, or living in nursing homes. For these groups, the vaccine is even cost-saving for society.
@SwedishPM @Folkhalsomynd @jakobforssmed

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A disturbing study from late 2020 revealed something we should all be paying attention to: virtually all children infected with COVID-19 showed signs of blood vessel damage. #COVID19 #PublicHealth 2/
This was seen even in asymptomatic kids. The study from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found a "high proportion" showed elevated levels of a biomarker tied to blood vessel damage.

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Long COVID and returning to work: A difficult and frustrating path. Many who got sick on the job are still unemployed, with their workers' compensation claims in limbo. New studies suggest the problem affects more workers than previously thought. #LongCovid #WorkersRights 2/
Around 16 million workers nationwide have been affected by Long COVID. Many face the extra burden of proving they were infected at work to qualify for workers' comp, which covers employees injured or sickened on the job.

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Myths and misinformation about #COVID19 and children have been rampant since the start of the pandemic. It’s time to debunk the dangerous idea that kids are immune to severe illness, long-term health problems, and can't spread the virus. #PublicHealth #BackToSchool 2/
While children are often more resilient than adults, that doesn't mean they're immune to serious health issues from a COVID-19 infection. Emerging data shows risks are growing as reinfections increase, especially in the least-vaccinated age groups. #KidsHealth #Vaccines

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New research from Rutgers Health highlights the critical need for vigilance when observing #LongCovid symptoms in young children. The study, part of the NIH RECOVER initiative, shows that infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can get long COVID, #COVID19 #Pediatrics 2/
but their symptoms often differ from older children.
Symptoms like fussiness, poor appetite, difficulty sleeping, and coughing were more common in the youngest group, making it easy for clinicians & caregivers to miss the diagnosis. #PublicHealth

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Clean air should be as fundamental a right as clean water. It's a basic necessity for health, yet often overlooked. We need to prioritize respiratory health for everyone, especially our most vulnerable. The long-term effects of airborne viruses like #CleanAir #HealthyFutures 2/
SARS-CoV-2 are still emerging, especially concerning our children. Data indicates 10-20% of children who get COVID-19 may develop Long COVID (PASC), potentially affecting up to 5.8 million children in the US alone. #LongCOVIDKids #KidsHealth

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Universities, schools and daycares are failing their students on #LongCOVID. It's time they step up, protect students, and reduce #COVID19 cases. The situation at Stanford is a harsh example. 🧵 #UniversitiesFailStudents #LongCOVIDAction 2/
Toward the end of a student’s final year at Stanford (2023), they developed chronic neurological symptoms after a mild Covid infection - muscle twitches, numbness & cognitive dysfunction – all signs of Long Covid. Naturally this affected their academic performance.

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It's clear: Long COVID is significantly impacting children. A new study from the University of Otago reveals over a fifth of kids and teens suffer persistent symptoms after COVID-19. This isn't just a cough; it's headaches, fatigue, and new anxieties. #LongCovidKids 2/
The study, published in the International Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, surveyed 4200+ children aged 3-20. More than 70% had confirmed COVID-19. A quarter reported more frequent coughs, colds, and stomach aches post-infection. #COVID19 #PublicHealth

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The history of medicine is filled with brilliant minds whose groundbreaking discoveries were met with fierce resistance. Why do established beliefs so often trump new, life-saving facts? Let's talk about it. #MedicalHistory #ScienceDenial #PublicHealth 2/
Think of Ignaz Semmelweis. In the 1840s, he figured out that doctors washing their hands drastically reduced childbed fever deaths. His simple solution saved lives, but was ridiculed and rejected by the medical establishment of his time. #Semmelweis #HandHygiene

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A common misconception: children need infections to build strong immune systems. Prof. Jörn Klein explains this is false. It's exposure to harmless microbes in nature – not illnesses like measles or flu – that truly strengthens immunity. #ChildHealth #ImmuneSystem 2/
The "hygiene hypothesis" is often misinterpreted. It's not about being "too clean," but a lack of diverse microbial exposure. Children thrive with a rich microbial life around them, from soil, animals & nature, which doesn't cause illness. #Microbiome #HealthyKids

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A new report from Sweden highlights a staggering 62% increase in Type 1 Diabetes diagnoses for children under 5 between 2018-2022. Experts suggest the #COVID19 pandemic may have heavily impacted immune systems.
#Type1Diabetes
#ChildrensHealth
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This stands in stark contrast to earlier Swedish claims that children were unaffected.

During the height of the pandemic, certain Swedish voices, like Prof. Jonas Ludvigsson, claimed "Children do not die" from
Covid-19.
#SwedenCovid
#KidsHealth
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New analysis reveals a stark reality: 1 in 5 COVID-19 survivors still battle symptoms 3 years after severe infection. This meta-analysis of 11 studies highlights the profound, lasting effects on health and quality of life. #LongCovid #PostCovid 2/
The most common persistent symptoms include fatigue, sleep disturbances, and shortness of breath. These aren't just minor annoyances; they significantly impact daily living and long-term well-being. #ChronicIllness #HealthCrisis

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New research reveals a concerning link: prenatal SARS-CoV-2 exposure might impact a baby's brain development. This isn't just about acute illness; it's about potential long-term effects on cognitive, communication, & motor skills. #COVID19 #ChildDevelopment #PublicHealth 2/
The study looked at babies whose mothers had COVID-19 during pregnancy. At 6 months, many showed delays. By 24 months, those delays were even more common: nearly 65% had communication delays, and over 57% had motor delays! This is serious. #PediatricHealth #LongCOVID

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🚨 New research from Karolinska Institutet reveals a stark truth: newborns facing severe health issues in their first weeks (respiratory distress, infections, neurological impact) have a significantly higher risk of mortality throughout childhood & adolescence. #ChildHealth 2/
The risk is highest in the first year but persists later in life. Children with neurological problems appear particularly vulnerable. This underscores the critical need for regular medical follow-ups & comprehensive support for these families. #PediatricCare #PublicHealth

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5½ years since the first COVID-19 case in Sweden, and the long-term battle continues. Meet Victoria, 21, who was once an athlete training 20 hours a week. Now, almost four years after her infection, she lives with debilitating daily headaches due to #LongCOVID. #Sweden 2/Victoria's story is heartbreakingly common. "I don't know what it feels like to have a day without a headache," she says, unable to do the things she loves. She also shares the immense challenge of getting her symptoms recognized and received #InvisibleIllness #HealthcareCrisis

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We spend fortunes ensuring our drinking water is pristine – consuming maybe 2-3 liters daily. And rightly so! But what about the 11,000 liters of air we breathe every single day? #CleanAirNow #PublicHealth 2/
Think about it: We wouldn't tolerate dirty tap water. Yet, we often overlook the unseen quality of the air in our public spaces. This oversight has real health and economic consequences. #AirQuality #InvisibleThreat

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New research breakthrough! An international team, including Karolinska Institutet, has identified a gene variant that increases the risk of #LongCOVID by approx. 60%. This is a crucial step towards understanding the biological roots of this debilitating condition.
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This variant is located near the FOXP4 gene, known to influence lung function. This finding suggests that lung health plays a significant role in who develops #LongCOVID symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and breathing difficulties long after acute infection.
#MedicalResearch