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New Long COVID Clinics Face Funding and Access Challenges

2/17/2025

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In September 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched 12 Long COVID clinics, including one at UW in Seattle. However, Dr. Janna L. Friedly warns of persistent hurdles like underfunding and restricted access for at-risk communities, as 6.4% of Washington adults continue to grapple with lingering COVID symptoms, complicating their care.

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Story summary

In September 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched 12 Long COVID clinics, including one at UW in Seattle. However, Dr. Janna L. Friedly warns of persistent hurdles like underfunding and restricted access for at-risk communities, as 6.4% of Washington adults continue to grapple with lingering COVID symptoms, complicating their care.