
Covid and Kids
“Four years ago, my son caught COVID-19.
He was just 16 months old.
What followed was terrifying: • COVID pneumonia • Hospitalization • Weeks of recovery • And a tragedy in our family
This is the start of his Long COVID journey—one we’re still walking. 👇”
Large study in children and adolescents shows that SARS-CoV-2 infection is linked with long term cardiovascular complications
“In summary, this study shows a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease in children following SARS-CoV-2 infection, with similar risks observed in those with and without pre-existing congenital heart disease.”
“You saw it happen. Your child got sick - and everything changed. Speech slipped. Anxiety soared. The light dimmed.
And no one could tell you why.
Now a new study has quietly confirmed what you’ve known all along:
The immune system can drive autistic symptoms.”
“After COVID-19, kids more likely to have GI symptoms for up to 2 years
Children with previous COVID-19 infection have a 25% to 28% higher risk of developing new gastrointestinal (GI) tract symptoms for up to 2 years.”