Persistent obstacles for return to work after COVID-19 infection – an explorative follow-up study in Sweden

RTW may be limited after COVID-19 infection, regardless of its initial severity. Women with persistent covid had greater difficulty than men in returning to work. Limitations were due to a general reduced capacity mainly caused by physical and mental fatigue, and cognitive dysfunction. However, the support from employers and the environment also has an impact on the RTW. If necessary, appropriate rehabilitation measures should be offered and adaptations of work content and the organization of the work at the workplace are of great importance.