Miguel has been living with long COVID for over 2 years. In this article, he explains that the zombie apocalypse has arrived and why it's actually long COVID.
Kindred welcomes back Dr. Lindsay McAlpine of Yale School of medicine to answer questions from the network about long COVID and post-vaccine long haul.
If you’re new on this journey or just want to brush up on what you know, the glossary below, defined in plain language, can help bridge the gap between provider and patient as you continue your quest for care.
Join Yashira upcoming special Kindred kTalk event, "The BIPOC Guide for Disrupting Research Barriers." Dive into a transformative conversation on the science of language, inclusive communication in healthcare, and the importance of elevating BIPOC voices in research.
Please join me and fellow long COVID advocate Liza Fisher on Saturday, October 14 at 4 p.m. ET. This event will also feature a BIPOC researcher who will share actionable insights on breaking down barriers in healthcare. All are welcome to engage in meaningful dialogue, participate in Q&A, and learn how to be a part of the change.
Dr. Jim Jackson is a research professor of medicine and psychiatry at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a neuropsychologist, and the director of long-term outcomes at the Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction, and Survivorship (CIBS) Center. He works extensively with individuals experiencing long COVID in various clinical and research contexts.
"I’ll tell my friends how I’m feeling, and they’ll tell me that I look fine. People don’t see how I am at home. There’s a lot of judgment on how people look, and I wish people were more understanding."
Dr. Lindsay McAlpine is a neuroimmunologist and an instructor in the division of neurological infections and global neurology at the Yale University School of Medicine. She started a NeuroCOVID Clinic at Yale in October 2020 and sees people with neurologic issues related to long COVID.