Understanding Long COVID Among Young People in Victoria, Australia: Prevalence, Impact, and Associated Factors.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Long COVID is a significant public health concern. This study aimed to identify the prevalence, impact, and factors associated with long COVID among young people in Victoria, Australia.

Methods

From April to June 2023, we conducted a cross-sectional online survey of people aged 15-29 years. Participants reported if they had ever experienced long COVID (defined as COVID-19 symptoms for more than 4 weeks) and the impact on their daily functioning. We used multivariable logistic regression to compare participants who reported long COVID with participants who reported acute COVID-19.

Results

Among 765 participants, 11.2% reported they had ever had long COVID; however, only 1 in 10 had been diagnosed by a medical practitioner. Compared to those without prolong

SUBMITTER: Engelberts R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12539282 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature