Long COVID prevalence in low and middle-income countries

Long COVID, a condition that manifests in a variety of symptoms persisting for more than three months after a SARS-CoV-2 infection, is not limited to the global north. Although data on the prevalence and severity of long COVID in low and middle-income countries are limited, studies conducted so far indicate that the condition could be similar in these regions, affecting millions of people. However, the lack of research and data hampers efforts to understand the condition, identify risk factors, and tailor treatments. Advocacy for services and targeted approaches require specific data from these regions.