The Quiet $8 Billion Crisis: Long COVID Costs Keep Rising as Washington Looks Away The COVID 19 pandemic has largely receded from the headlines, leaving behind a staggering number of Americans struggling with long term symptoms.
Approximately 44 million people continue to grapple with fatigue, shortness of breath, and other debilitating issues.
Estimates suggest that between $8 billion and $10 billion will be spent on treating long COVID between 2025 and 2027. This mounting economic burden is a stark reminder that the crisis is far from over.