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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
CWCI: Long COVID Accounts for Three Quarters of California Workers' Comp COVID Claim Payments
OAKLAND, Calif., June 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Only one out of every 21 California workers' compensation COVID-19 claims from accident years (AY) 2020-2022 involved medical treatment beyond 90 days from the injury date, but that small number of "Long COVID" cases consumed 82.1% of the treatment payments on COVID claims and 73.7% of all COVID claim payments according to a new California Workers' Compensation Institute (CWCI) study. While the number of new COVID claims in California workers' compensation has gone from a flood shortly after Governor Newsom declared a COVID-19 state of emergency in March 2020 to a trickle over the last year, the new study comes amid growing concern about a potential COVID surge after the CDC adopted new guidelines that may make it more difficult to obtain COVID-19 vaccines just as the summer travel season hits and the new NB.18.1 COVID variant has been detected in multiple locations around the U.S. The study, based on a review of 126,397 insured and self-insured COVID-19 claims found that most were relatively inexpensive due to little to no medical intervention (only 14.6% involved medical treatment), but 4.7% – or nearly 6,000 of them – were Long COVID claims that involved long-term medical conditions that impeded or prevented the claimants from returning to their jobs and resulted in significant costs. Medical payments for the COVID-19 claims in the study sample totaled $128.4 million, with Long COVID claims accounting for $105.5 million, or 82.1%; while total payments on the COVID-19 claims, including medical treatment, indemnity costs, and expenses, were $350.6 million, with Long COVID claims consuming $258.3 million, or 73.7%. Overall, average medical payments were 105 times higher on Long COVID cases than on shorter duration COVID claims, and average indemnity payments were 37 times higher. Long COVID claim payments were significantly higher regardless of the body part involved, though the difference was most pronounced for injuries involving the lungs, multiple body parts, and "other" body parts. The top 10 diagnostic categories for Long COVID claims encompassed a wide range of organ systems, including respiratory (17.8%); circulatory (9.0%); nervous (8.7%); connective, soft tissue and bone disorders (5.2%); endocrine systems (4.9%); as well as mental health (4.4%), and digestive conditions (3.4%). Together the top 10 diagnostic categories associated with the Long COVID claims in the study sample accounted for 80.3% of all the diagnoses on these claims, highlighting the multisystem nature of Long COVID. The Institute has included more details and graphics from the study in a report, Long COVID-19 Claim Characteristics and Treatment in California Workers' Compensation. CWCI members and subscribers can log on to to access the report under the Research tab on the home page, others can purchase a copy from CWCI's online Store. View source version on Contacts Bob Young(510) 251-9470
Business Wire
5 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
CWCI: Long COVID Accounts for Three Quarters of California Workers' Comp COVID Claim Payments
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Only one out of every 21 California workers' compensation COVID-19 claims from accident years (AY) 2020-2022 involved medical treatment beyond 90 days from the injury date, but that small number of 'Long COVID' cases consumed 82.1% of the treatment payments on COVID claims and 73.7% of all COVID claim payments according to a new California Workers' Compensation Institute (CWCI) study. Long COVID claims comprised only 4.7% of all California workers' comp COVID claims but accounted for 82% of COVID claim medical treatment dollars. While the number of new COVID claims in California workers' compensation has gone from a flood shortly after Governor Newsom declared a COVID-19 state of emergency in March 2020 to a trickle over the last year, the new study comes amid growing concern about a potential COVID surge after the CDC adopted new guidelines that may make it more difficult to obtain COVID-19 vaccines just as the summer travel season hits and the new NB.18.1 COVID variant has been detected in multiple locations around the U.S. The study, based on a review of 126,397 insured and self-insured COVID-19 claims found that most were relatively inexpensive due to little to no medical intervention (only 14.6% involved medical treatment), but 4.7% – or nearly 6,000 of them – were Long COVID claims that involved long-term medical conditions that impeded or prevented the claimants from returning to their jobs and resulted in significant costs. Medical payments for the COVID-19 claims in the study sample totaled $128.4 million, with Long COVID claims accounting for $105.5 million, or 82.1%; while total payments on the COVID-19 claims, including medical treatment, indemnity costs, and expenses, were $350.6 million, with Long COVID claims consuming $258.3 million, or 73.7%. Overall, average medical payments were 105 times higher on Long COVID cases than on shorter duration COVID claims, and average indemnity payments were 37 times higher. Long COVID claim payments were significantly higher regardless of the body part involved, though the difference was most pronounced for injuries involving the lungs, multiple body parts, and 'other' body parts. The top 10 diagnostic categories for Long COVID claims encompassed a wide range of organ systems, including respiratory (17.8%); circulatory (9.0%); nervous (8.7%); connective, soft tissue and bone disorders (5.2%); endocrine systems (4.9%); as well as mental health (4.4%), and digestive conditions (3.4%). Together the top 10 diagnostic categories associated with the Long COVID claims in the study sample accounted for 80.3% of all the diagnoses on these claims, highlighting the multisystem nature of Long COVID. The Institute has included more details and graphics from the study in a report, Long COVID-19 Claim Characteristics and Treatment in California Workers' Compensation. CWCI members and subscribers can log on to to access the report under the Research tab on the home page, others can purchase a copy from CWCI's online Store.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Could Jonathan Toews Become Latest Ex-Blackhawk to Jump to Detroit?
Aug 13, 2020; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) skates during the warmup period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game two of the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. (Sergei Belski, Imagn Images) Acrimonious though the long history between the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks may be, the two rivals have a rather extensive tradition of sharing players. And not just role players either. Chris Chelios. Bob Probert. Marian Hossa. And, to the recent satisfaction of Red Wings fans and ire of Hawks supporters, Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane. With longtime Chicago captain Jonathan Toews now eyeing an NHL comeback after two seasons recovering from the effects of Long COVID and Chronic Immune Response Syndrome, could he be the latest former Hawk to jump across the rivalry's dividing line and up I-94 to join the Red Wings? Bookmark The Hockey News Detroit Red Wings team site to stay connected to the latest news, game-day coverage, and player features. The career résumé for Toews on the ice is unimpeachable. 1067 games played, 883 points, three Stanley Cup championships, a Conn Smythe, a Selke. But of course, Detroit wouldn't be signing Toews' résumé, they'd be signing a 37-year-old who hasn't played a game since the 2022-23 season. Trending Red Wings Stories Red Wings Coach Gets High Praise From Oilers' Star Advertisement Every Expiring Detroit Red Wings Contract 'They've Made Good On Their End Of The Bargain': Todd McLellan Reveals Simple Strategy For Playing The Detroit Red Wings Youth Three Potential RFA Offer Sheet Candidates for the Red Wings Ex-Red Wing Jake Walman Perfect Fit With New Team Ex-Red Wing Jake Walman Perfect Fit With New Team When the shoe fits – wear it. Because of that layoff, there are obvious questions to ask about Toews' fit in Detroit and his fitness. Perhaps those two years off were rejuvenating for Toews (and for his sake, you'd hope they were), but he was also a player showing fairly significant signs of decline (certainly relative to his peak, when he was among the most highly regarded 200-foot players in the league) before the time away. Advertisement It's hard to say what Toews has in mind when it comes to fit and contract. You certainly wouldn't imagine that Toews is embarking on this comeback for one last payday, and a short-term 'prove-it' deal with some incentives built-in would seem to make sense. You'd also think that the presence of Kane and DeBrincat in Detroit would be alluring for Toews as he weighs his options for a next stop. At the same time, it seems unrealistic to count on Toews as anything more than a fourth liner, considering his time away from the game and his age. From a Red Wings perspective, that doesn't have to be a bad thing. While there are certainly a handful of viable candidates for the role, Detroit doesn't have a clear choice for its number four center position for the coming year. Toews' track record as a winner and his defensive acumen both check boxes regarding the Wings' offseason needs. Ultimately, Toews to the Red Wings feels unlikely, but there is probably a narrow path toward it being mutually beneficial: a prove-it deal for a depth role through which Toews could re-establish himself as an NHLer. Never miss a story by adding us to your Google News favorites.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Long Covid campaigner co-authors ground-breaking international study
A LONG Covid campaigner has co-authored a new study highlighting the seriousness of the condition. Sammie McFarland, from Weymouth, said she was 'honoured' to contribute to a landmark international study which confirms the condition is debilitating, and the global response must be drastically scaled up. The Delphi study, involving more than 150 experts across medicine, research, and patient advocacy, represents a first-of-its-kind consensus on the priorities, gaps, and urgent needs surrounding Long Covid. It comes after the news that Covid services throughout England - including Dorset - are being scrapped. Mrs McFarland, has been at the forefront of campaigning to raise awareness of the condition, that she and her daughter live with, and set up the Long Covid Kids charity to support children living with the condition. She said: "As a Dorset resident and founder of Long Covid Kids, I was honoured to contribute to this newly published international consensus on Long Covid. "Bringing together perspectives from over 150 experts across 28 countries including clinicians, researchers, and people with lived experience. "This study represents a significant step forward in how we understand and respond to this complex condition. READ: Dorset Long Covid campaigner backs NHS doctors plan to sue "Long Covid affects hundreds of millions of people around the world, including many children and young people. Yet too often, it remains under-recognised and under-resourced. "Through this work, we reached consensus on nearly 190 recommendations to guide better diagnosis, treatment, research, and support." Mrs McFarland is a vocal advocate of children suffering with the debilitating condition and through her charity has sought to improve the support network for children and their families. She said that new study concluded that the impact of Covid-19 on children 'must be a research priority' from understanding the long-term health effects to supporting learning, development, and mental wellbeing. READ: Weymouth woman's fight against long Covid amid inquiry She added: "This consensus is more than a scientific document. It's a foundation for action to improve care, guide policy, and provide the clarity that so many families have been waiting for. "Here in Dorset and across the UK, children and families affected by Long Covid deserve to be seen, heard, and supported - as with any significant childhood disease.' The study identified ten critical areas requiring immediate action. This includes educating frontline providers to recognize Long COVID as a complex, multi-system condition involving neurological, immune, and organ dysfunction READ: Weymouth mother develops resource for kids with long Covid It also says that a universal definition for the condition should be created and that the condition should not just be recognised as 'tiredness' but includes serious complications such as immune dysregulation, neurological injury, and organ damage. The study also concludes that Long Covid is an invisible disability and that current diagnostics fall short due to lab limitations, with advanced diagnostics needed as it is not one disease, but a cluster of overlapping conditions. Experts also emphasized the need for long-term studies on how SARS-CoV-2 affects developing immune systems, brains, and hormonal balance as children are as much at risk to the condition. READ: Weymouth Long Covid campaigner hits out at clinic closures Clean indoor air and reducing airborne transmission of the virus through improved ventilation and air purification - particularly in schools and workplaces - is also essential for public health infrastructure, it concludes. Finally experts came to the consensus that Long Covid requires coordinated international funding and that it is not just a medical issue but a socioeconomic one and warns that continued inaction is a policy failure with long-term consequences.
Fox News
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Dave Navarro says Jane's Addiction is 'forever destroyed' after onstage fight
Dave Navarro is speaking in no uncertain terms about the future of Jane's Addiction. Navarro, guitarist for the popular rock band, spoke to Guitar Player about the onstage fight between him and frontman Perry Farrell that took place last September, telling the outlet that the incident "forever destroyed" the band. "I have to speak in broad strokes here, because there are other individuals involved, and it's still very tender and unresolved," he began. "There was an altercation onstage, and all the hard work and dedication and writing and hours in the studio, and picking up and leaving home and crisscrossing the country and Europe and trying to overcome my illness — it all came to a screeching halt and forever destroyed the band's life. And there's no chance for the band to ever play together again," Navarro shared. "I have to say that's my least favorite gig, without throwing animosity around, and without naming names and pointing fingers, and coming up with reasons." Navarro explained that before that fateful concert, the band was "gelling, really, for the first time" because they were older and more settled. He called the shows they played during that tour "some of my favorite Jane's Addiction gigs of all-time." He'd been forced to sit out on touring with the band for two years due to a battle with long COVID, and first returned to performing with Jane's Addiction that May. "There was no ego issue; it was just four guys making great music, just like we did in the beginning. I was just us on a stage, with people going f---ing crazy," he told Guitar Player. "And that gig, September 13th, in Boston, ended all of that. And for that reason, that is my least favorite gig that I have ever played." Navarro added that with the band, "The experiences are there, but the potential of having those types of experiences ended that night. And so, you know… it is what it is." During the Sept. 13 concert, videos taken by fans showed Farrell approaching Navarro, seemingly upset. He shoved Navarro with his shoulder, then advanced on him. Navarro held him back with a forearm to his chest, but Farrell threw a punch before one of the band's techs intervened. Farrell's wife, Etty Lau Farrell, addressed the issue in a social media post at the time, offering a firsthand account of the incident. She claimed that her husband had been growing frustrated because he felt like the volume had been too loud and that his voice was being drowned out. She also wrote that he had been struggling with tinnitus and a sore throat for several nights. She said that Farrell "lost it" when fans in the front row began complaining that they couldn't hear him sing. According to her, the band began a song before he was ready, and "by the end of the song, he wasn't singing, he was screaming just to be heard." She crowned Eric Avery, the bass guitarist for Jane's Addiction, the winner of the brawl, explaining that after Farrell was pulled away from Navarro, he approached Farrell from behind, then "put Perry in a headlock and punched him in the stomach three times." Avery then apologized to the audience and ended the show. Days later, Jane's Addiction shared a statement announcing that read in part, "Due to a continuing pattern of behavior and the mental health difficulties of our singer Perry Farrell, we have come to the conclusion that we have no choice but to discontinue the current US tour. Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that he will find the help he needs." At the time, Farrell shared a statement with Fox News Digital that read, "This weekend has been incredibly difficult and after having the time and space to reflect, it is only right that I apologize to my bandmates, especially Dave Navarro, fans, family and friends for my actions during Friday's show. Unfortunately, my breaking point resulted in inexcusable behavior, and I take full accountability for how I chose to handle the situation." A representative for Farrell did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment on Navarro's latest statements.
