COVID-19 remains a major public health concern. Unlike other respiratory diseases, COVID-19 is present year-round and may lead to a second peak in cases during the summer months.1 COVID-19 infections range in severity for patients 50+ years old or with certain underlying medical conditions, increasing risk of severe illness.2 Severe COVID-19 can affect most bodily systems, significantly impacting patient health.3 As we move into a post-pandemic era, healthcare leaders must recognize the long-term impacts that COVID-19 can have on patient outcomes and health system performance. There is an opportunity to shift our care mindset from reactive to proactive by adopting standardized workflows that prioritize timely, equitable treatment.
1 Rosen A. Why COVID surges in the summer. Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Published August 7, 2024. Accessed September 10, 2025.
2 Underlying conditions and the higher risk for severe COVID-19. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. February 6, 2025. Accessed September 10, 2025.
3 Long COVID signs and symptoms. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. July 24, 2025. Accessed September 10, 2025.
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