Nature - Host control of persistent Epstein–Barr virus infection

A genome-wide study by the Long COVID Host Genetics Initiative identifies an association between the FOXP4 locus and long COVID, implicating altered lung function in its pathophysiology.

Author summary After infection with SARS-CoV-2, symptoms vary widely. On average, individuals who are older, males and those with certain comorbidities tend to be more severely affected by COVID-19. A...