Repeat COVID is riskier than first infection, study finds

Repeat COVID-19 infections increase risk of organ failure, death | Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Researchers recommend masks, vaccines, vigilance to prevent reinfection Kristina Sauerwein Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began almost three years ago, scientists have learned that an initial infection can lead to short- and long-term health risks affecting nearly every organ system in the body. They’ve also determined that people can get COVID-19 a second or a third time, despite acquiring natural antibodies after the first infection and receiving vaccination and booster shots.

Now, a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care system shows the health consequences of reinfection. The researchers found that repeat SARS-CoV-2 infections contribute significant additional risk of adverse health conditions in multiple organ systems.

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