New Study Reveals Long COVID Cases May Be Triple Previous Estimates

A new AI tool developed by Mass General Brigham has revealed that long COVID may affect 22.8% of the population, significantly higher than previous estimates of 7%. The tool analyzes electronic health records to improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce healthcare biases, potentially identifying more individuals who need care. This AI-driven approach, called "precision phenotyping," helps differentiate long COVID symptoms from other conditions, ensuring a more inclusive diagnosis across diverse populations. The study highlights the potential for better clinical care and future research into long COVID's genetic and biochemical factors.