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HIV Patients Face Increased Long COVID Risks, Experts Warn

3/20/2025

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Individuals with HIV are at a heightened risk for long COVID complications, such as heart attacks, warns Dr. Annie Antar. Dr. David Putrino adds that every COVID infection can inflict unseen damage on organs and impair cognitive function. A German study reveals that those experiencing lingering symptoms had reduced activity levels and elevated resting heart rates prior to their infections.

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Individuals with HIV are at a heightened risk for long COVID complications, such as heart attacks, warns Dr. Annie Antar. Dr. David Putrino adds that every COVID infection can inflict unseen damage on organs and impair cognitive function. A German study reveals that those experiencing lingering symptoms had reduced activity levels and elevated resting heart rates prior to their infections.