What is current care for people with Long COVID in England? A qualitative interview study.
David SunkersingMel RamasawmyNisreen A AlwanDonna ClutterbuckYi MuKim HorstmanshofAmitava BanerjeeMelissa HeightmanPublished in: BMJ open (2024)
Long COVID care in England is not uniform across all locations. Effective communication, specialised expertise and comprehensive support systems are crucial. A patient-centred approach considering the unique complexities of Long COVID, including physical, mental health, social and environmental aspects is needed. Sustained access to post-COVID-19 services is imperative, with success dependent on offering continuous rehabilitation beyond rapid recovery, acknowledging the condition's enduring impacts and complexities.