The Vermont Senate has introduced a concurrent resolution recognizing March 2026 as International Long COVID Awareness Month. This initiative comes in response to the ongoing public health challenge posed by long COVID, which affects over 20 million Americans and is characterized by a range of symptoms persisting for at least three months following a COVID-19 infection. The resolution highlights the need for increased awareness and education regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, as defined by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and emphasizes the urgency of addressing this issue in Vermont.

The resolution aligns with the International Long COVID Awareness organization's designation of March as a month dedicated to raising awareness about long COVID, with specific focus days throughout the month addressing various aspects of the condition, including its impact on the heart and cardiovascular system. The Vermont General Assembly aims to promote understanding and support for individuals affected by long COVID, and the resolution directs the Secretary of State to share this recognition with the Vermont Commissioner of Health.