Unveiling the Connection Between Long COVID and Muscle Weakness

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Malta has identified a potential cause for the enduring symptoms of long COVID-19. The study found that reducing levels of the ACE2 receptor, which the SARS-CoV-2 virus targets, in fruit flies resulted in fatigue and mobility issues. The findings highlight the importance of ACE2 in the neuromuscular complications seen in COVID-19 patients and offer a potential path for future therapeutic solutions. This research provides insights into the long-term complications of COVID-19 and may lead to the development of medications to treat individuals who have not fully recovered from the infection.