Long Covid and other post-viral chronic conditions continue to impact many Minnesotans and people worldwide in their ability to work, go to school, enjoy daily activities, and take care of themselves and others. (For data tracking see Surveillance and Data Analytics | Covid | CDC). The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) posted its Statewide Roadmap to Address Long COVID and Post-Viral Chronic Conditions in May 2026 and it is an important resource for Minnesotans, especially those who have disabilities and experience Long Covid and other Post Viral Chronic Conditions. Check out the Roadmap and share it with others! Statewide Roadmap to Address Long COVID and Post-Viral Chronic Conditions
This Roadmap was created by MDH, individuals with lived experience with Post Covid and other Post Viral Chronic Condition, community representatives (including MCIL), and many others. The Roadmap recognizes the effects of “socioeconomic and structural inequities” and that the “inequities contribute to stigma, bias, and poor outcomes, and require practical recommendations grounded in social and disability justice.” (MDH: Statewide Roadmap to Address Long COVID and Post-Viral Chronic Conditions - MN Dept. of Health).
These lasting symptoms can prevent people from working, attending school, and taking care of themselves or their families, leading to profound emotional, physical, and financial impacts on people with post-viral IACCs and those close to them. It is important to have the Roadmap’s approach and resources. Further, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Minnesota Human Rights Act, Section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) have important rights and protections and you can contact Dan Stewart, dans@mcil-mn.org, at MCIL with questions these important laws.
