Trends in Financial Hardship by COVID-19 Infection History, Long COVID Status, and Day-to-Day Activity Limitations: A National Study of US Adults.

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the relationship between long COVID, daily activity limitations, and financial hardship among adults in the U.S.
• Analyzed financial hardship data from a national survey
• Examined participants' COVID-19 infection history
• Considered long COVID status and daily activity limitations
• Significant correlation found between long COVID status and increased financial hardship
• Adults with activity limitations reported higher levels of financial distress
• Need for comprehensive policies highlighted to address the financial impact of long COVID