New Study Reveals Long-Term Cognitive Declines Due to COVID-19

Research from Imperial College London shows that COVID-19 can cause significant cognitive impairments, including IQ drops, lasting over a year.

Groundbreaking research indicates that COVID-19 can lead to significant cognitive declines, termed 'brain fog', including drops in IQ of up to 9 points.
The study, involving over 140,000 participants, found cognitive deficits persisting more than a year after infection, affecting memory, reasoning, and executive functions.
COVID-19's cognitive impact varies by virus variant and severity of infection, with ICU admissions seeing the most significant declines.
Recovery from cognitive deficits is possible, especially for those whose symptoms resolve, but the long-term effects on the workforce and healthcare systems remain a concern.
The study emphasizes the need for ongoing support and cognitive rehabilitation for COVID-19 survivors.