Long COVID destroys teenage lungs in ways doctors never saw

Mounting evidence shows that children and teens are more vulnerable to long-term respiratory damage from COVID than previously thought. Even those with mild or asymptomatic infections are now experiencing lasting symptoms that disrupt daily life, school, and sports.

Researchers have found that teenage lungs respond differently to COVID than adult lungs, leading to unique patterns of injury and recovery. These findings raise broader concerns about the pandemic's long-term impact on the respiratory health of an entire generation.

Source: https://rollingout.com/2025/06/03/long-covid-destroys-teenage-lungs/

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