COVID-19 can have immediate negative effects on our bodies, and can even kill. But it’s also dangerous even after you’ve recovered, because it can cause long-term health problems not enough people are talking about. Here are some of them.
Our people already suffer from some of the highest rates of diabetes in the nation, but COVID-19 could make conditions worse or even spark diabetes in those who never had the condition before. Be sure to have your blood sugar checked at your next doctor’s visit.
While COVID-19’s effects on the heart are not well understood, it can definitely cause changes in heart rate and symptoms that can feel like a heart attack: shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, and dizziness. We’re 30% more likely to have heart disease, and COVID-19 could make it worse.
#3: Depression and Other Mental Conditions
The pandemic has been stressful in general, but even more so if you or a loved one has tested positive. Even after the treatments are over, COVID-19 can increase the likelihood of depression symptoms such as headaches, “feeling off,” difficulty concentrating, or the loss of interest in daily activities.
COVID-19 can be deadly even after it’s gone, especially for our people. We must do all we can to continue protecting ourselves and our loved ones against this virus.