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Practices that show evidence of effectiveness in improving public health outcomes in a specific real-life setting, as indicated by achievement of aims consistent with the objectives of the activities, and are suitable for adaptation by other communities.

Long COVID and Health Inequities: The Role of Primary Care

Berger, Z., De Jesus, V.A., Assoumou, S., Greenhalgh, T.

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Peer Review Study

Healthcare Access and Quality
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Outside U.S.
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Mitigation and Prevention

The article explores how long COVID is influenced by social determinants like poverty and structural inequalities such as racism. It emphasizes the role of primary care in providing and coordinating care for vulnerable patients. Policy measures like strengthening primary care and addressing barriers faced by vulnerable populations are recommended. High-quality data collection and addressing social determinants of health are also highlighted.

Resource Details

Outcomes of Interest

Improve Data Infrastructure, Improve Organizational Infrastructure, Reduction of Health Disparities

Priority Population(s)

long COVID

Setting(s) of Implementation

Clinical

Geographic Area of Implementation

Implementation Period

2021