Psychological symptoms predict long coronavirus disease 2019: a prospective analysis from the Women’s Health Initiative | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Psychological symptoms predict long coronavirus disease 2019: a prospective analysis from the Women’s Health Initiative
Key Points
Older women with past psychological symptoms show an increased risk of long COVID.
Compliance with COVID prevention measures is lower among older women with these symptoms.
This observational analysis examined mental health factors influencing long COVID risk in older women.
Findings suggest a need for enhanced mental health support and prevention strategies.
Abstract
Older women with past mental health symptoms may be at higher risk of developing long COVID and having lower compliance with COVID prevention measures.