This chapter examines the profound societal impacts of Long COVID, particularly in education and employment, through the lenses of systemic inequities and social determinants of health. It critiques the effects of government non-interventionist policies, which prioritise economic interests over public health, exacerbating health disparities and undermining workforce sustainability. The chapter demonstrates how Long COVID’s cognitive, psychiatric and psychosocial effects disrupt individual productivity and educational outcomes, disproportionately affecting marginalised populations. Inadequate public health responses to Long COVID, combined with a lack of systemic support, have exacerbated socioeconomic inequalities. The chapter advocates for robust public health interventions that address these challenges and promote health equity to mitigate the long-term social and economic costs of Long COVID.