This retrospective cohort study (n=1,175,277 SARS-CoV-2 infected patients) investigated the persistent risk of long-term health consequences following SARS-CoV-2 infection and the protective effects of COVID-19 vaccination. Results showed a progressive reduction in all-cause mortality risk over one year post-infection compared to controls. Complete vaccination or booster doses significantly lowered the risk of major cardiovascular diseases and all-cause mortality 30-90 days post-infection. The risk remained significantly higher in unvaccinated and incompletely vaccinated individuals for up to a year. This real-world evidence supports the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in mitigating long-term health risks associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Feb 26, 2024
Authors
Ivan Chun Hang Lam, Ran Zhang, Kenneth Keng Cheung Man, Carlos King Ho Wong, Celine Sze Lung Chui, Francisco Tsz Tsun Lai, Xue Li, Esther Wai Yin Chan, Chak Sing Lau, Ian Chi Kei Wong, Eric Yuk Fai Wai
Tags
SARS-CoV-2
COVID-19
vaccination
long-term health risks
cardiovascular diseases
mortality
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