Prevalence, duration, and factors influencing post-COVID conditions among patients at several public hospitals, Alexandria governorate, Egypt 2022–2023

This study sheds light on PCC's prevalence and influencing factors following infection in Alexandria, Egypt. Common PCC symptoms included difficulty in breathing, fatigue, and psychological manifestations. The findings emphasize the critical need for early intervention and targeted management strategies, especially for high-risk groups such as asthma patients, to alleviate the long-term health consequences of COVID-19. Study results could guide the prevention of PCC e.g., through vaccination, management of long-term sequelae of PCC e.g., rehabilitation, and psychological support initiatives.