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Dopamine neuron injury in Long COVID patients is associated with cognitive and motor impairments.

HealthcareScienceOct 5, 2026score 0.752 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances
A small Canadian study found signs of dopamine neuron injury in 24 Long COVID patients, linking it to cognitive and motor impairments. The findings were shared through multiple platforms, highlighting the potential neurological impact of Long COVID.

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Dopamine neuron injury in Long COVID patients is associated with cognitive and motor impairments.
Parent: HealthcareEntity: Long COVIDImpact: negativeDate: Oct 5, 2026Target: Dopamine neuron injury in Long COVID patients

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"Brain Scans of 24 People With Long COVID Reveal Signs of Injury to Dopamine Neurons" A small Canadian study of 24 people with Long COVID found signs that dopamine-releasing neurons may be damaged. Those with bigger changes had worse memory, slower movement and less motivation. Source: https://www.sciencealert.com/brain-scans-of-24-people-with-long-covid-reveal-signs-of-injury-to-dopamine-neurons Study: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/ebiom/article/PIIS2352-3964(26)00222-7/fulltext
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Brain Scans of 24 People With Long COVID Reveal Injury to Dopamine Neurons https://flipboard.com/@sciencealert/brain-scans-of-24-people-with-long-covid-reveal-injury-to-dopamine-neurons-b43f63kr0ctu2tre?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into ScienceAlert @sciencealert-ScienceAlert
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