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Long COVID is associated with lasting damage to the brain's dopamine system, as evidenced by a 18% reduction in dopamine nerve endings.

HealthcareScienceAug 10, 2026score 0.902 posts · 4 replies across 1 instances
The thread discusses a study revealing that Long COVID patients have 18% fewer dopamine nerve endings, as shown by brain scans. This finding highlights potential neurological impacts of Long COVID, raising concerns about long-term health effects.

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Long COVID is associated with lasting damage to the brain's dopamine system, as evidenced by a 18% reduction in dopamine nerve endings.
Parent: HealthcareEntity: Long COVIDImpact: negativeDate: Aug 10, 2026 - Aug 11, 2026Target: The neurological impact of Long COVID

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Long COVID Patients Have 18% Fewer Dopamine Nerve Endings, Brain Scans Reveal https://www.sciencealert.com/long-covid-linked-to-lasting-damage-in-the-brains-dopamine-system #science #biology #LongCovid
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Long COVID Patients Have 18% Fewer Dopamine Nerve Endings, Brain Scans Reveal https://www.sciencealert.com/long-covid-linked-to-lasting-damage-in-the-brains-dopamine-system
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