Medscape October 20, 2025
Sara Novak

Around 4% of those with long COVID are older than 65 years, the CDC estimates. But many experts believe this estimate vastly undercounts the number of seniors with long COVID because the symptoms may be confused with age-related conditions.

Long COVID, which is known to speed up the aging process, adds complexity to a patient population that might already be dealing with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney dysfunction, joint pain, and symptoms of dementia.

Without clear diagnostic tools, many older adults may experience long COVID without knowing they have the condition. They’re also enduring symptoms of early aging and the economic consequences that go along with it.

New research published in The New England Journal of Medicine has shown that the...

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Topics: Healthcare System, Patient / Consumer, Physician, Provider, Public Health / COVID
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