By Justine Coleman

June 17, 2021

Coronavirus patients enduring long-term symptoms are joining a campaign to lobby Congress on passing legislation that would provide paid family leave for all workers.

 

The grassroots, nonpartisan group COVID Survivors for Change is now working with other groups focused on chronic illnesses and disabilities in an effort led by the advocacy group Paid Leave for All, drawing attention to the growing number of Americans known as COVID-19 long-haulers because of the longevity of their conditions after contracting the coronavirus.