Work ability trajectories and sick leave in individuals with post COVID-19 condition: 3-year follow-up of a population-based cohort.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Data on the longer-term impact of post COVID-19 condition (PCC) on work-related functioning is limited, despite evidence on the persistence of PCC for years after infection. This study aimed to describe changes in work ability and sick leave associated with PCC up to three years post-infection.

Methods

We used data from 667 working-age individuals within a prospective population-based cohort following individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 between August 2020 and January 2021. PCC was determined at 12 months and work ability was assessed biannually. The impact of SARS-CoV-2 on participants' physical and mental work performance and COVID-19 related sick leave were assessed at three years.

Findings

Participants with protracted COVID-19 related symptoms at 12 mo

SUBMITTER: Ballouz T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12681684 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature