US Government grants $45M to ‘Long COVID-19’ clinics.
OAN’s Stephanie Stahl
12:30 PM – Thursday, September 21, 2023
The U.S. government is providing $45 million to clinics that treat “long COVID” to enhance care and increase accessibility.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the grants on Wednesday.
Nine clinics will reportedly receive $1 million each year for the next five years through the agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) within HHS.
“Long COVID” is a condition with over 200 symptoms that can manifest months after a COVID-19 infection, often hindering individuals from working.
The condition has been associated with extreme fatigue, brain fog, headaches, dizziness, chest pain, blood clots, immune issues, and even diabetes.
An analysis in April by the Solve Long Covid Initiative revealed that nearly 7% of all American adults are affected by the condition, resulting in an estimated $386 billion in lost wages and medical expenses.
President Joe Biden requested HHS to develop a plan to address long COVID last year.
“The Biden-Harris Administration is supporting patients, doctors, and caregivers by providing science-based best practices for treating long COVID, maintaining access to insurance coverage, and protecting the rights of workers as they return to jobs while coping with the uncertainties of their illness,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra.
The grants will be utilized to expand in-person and virtual visits, establish new satellite clinics, and launch an education initiative to increase referrals.
Funding will also support social services, interpreter hiring, group patient programs, and behavioral health support.
The grants prioritize access for underserved, rural, vulnerable, and minority populations that are disproportionately affected by long COVID.
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How will the grants be utilized to expand resources and support for individuals affected by long COVID
The U.S. government has announced a $45 million funding initiative to support clinics treating “long COVID” patients. The aim is to enhance care and improve accessibility for individuals suffering from this condition.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed the grants on Wednesday. This move is part of the Biden administration’s broader approach to addressing long COVID and supporting those affected by it. The HHS plans to allocate $1 million annually to each of the nine selected clinics for the next five years. These clinics will be funded through the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) within the HHS.
“Long COVID” is a condition characterized by more than 200 symptoms that can persist for months after a COVID-19 infection. This condition often hinders individuals from working and has been associated with extreme fatigue, brain fog, headaches, dizziness, chest pain, blood clots, immune issues, and even diabetes.
According to an analysis conducted by the Solve Long Covid Initiative in April, nearly 7% of all American adults are affected by long COVID. This has resulted in an estimated $386 billion in lost wages and medical expenses. Recognizing the impact of this condition, President Joe Biden requested that the HHS develop a plan to address long COVID last year.
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the administration’s commitment to supporting patients, doctors, and caregivers dealing with long COVID. Becerra stated, “The Biden-Harris Administration is supporting patients, doctors, and caregivers by providing science-based best practices for treating long COVID, maintaining access to insurance coverage, and protecting the rights of workers as they return to jobs while coping with the uncertainties of their illness.”
The grants will be utilized to expand in-person and virtual visits, establish new satellite clinics, and launch an education initiative to increase referrals. The focus is on providing comprehensive care and ensuring that individuals affected by long COVID have access to the necessary resources and support.
The $45 million funding initiative represents an important step towards addressing the long-term effects of COVID-19 and supporting individuals who continue to face challenges related to the virus. By investing in clinics treating long COVID, the U.S. government is demonstrating its commitment to prioritizing the well-being of those affected by this condition.
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