As reported in the Wall Street Journal, those who suffer from post-COVID-19 syndrome, known as “long-haulers,” have a lot of trouble returning to work. With symptoms like debilitating fatigue, brain fog, and migraines, functioning properly in a workplace is quite the challenge. Deborah Shaffer told the Wall Street Journal that she tried to go back to work as a social worker two weeks after recovering from COVID-19. After forgetting which floor she worked on, Shaffer realized she was going to need some more time off. It’s been several months since Shaffer got COVID-19, and she still hasn’t been able to work a full day. Scientists are still learning about the causes and particularities of post-COVID-19 syndrome and are actively trying to figure out ways to treat it.
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