Coronavirus Symptoms: CDC Says They Last Longer Than Expected for Some

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) over the weekend warned that coronavirus symptoms can persist for weeks, even in healthy people who are not severely ill, reports PennLive . A recent CDC survey of 292 people who tested positive found 35 percent said they were not back to their usual good health even two or three weeks after testing. Older adults were most affected with prolonged symptoms, while young adults with underlying conditions also said their recovery was taking longer. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on July 24 authorized the first coronavirus test specifically designed to spot cases among asymptomatic individuals. The agency said LabCorp's diagnostic test, COVID-19 RT-PCR, has demonstrated this ability. The emergency use authorization from the FDA also allows LabCorp to conduct pool testing, with up to five samples simultaneously. "By authorizing another test for use with pooled samples, we also further help increase the possibility that patients may be able to receive results sooner, while also conserving vital testing supplies, which are under increased demand during the pandemic," said FDA Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn.