There are people who have had COVID-19 and are still struggling with a “bewildering array of symptoms”. There is little to no attention to those who are still suffering from symptoms months after contracting the virus. WellSpan COVID Care, a new virtual program is supporting patients suffering from “COVID long-haulers” and is a coordinated approach to better understand and provide effective treatment for those experiencing persistent symptoms of COVID-19.  From Pulmonary, neurology to cardiology and behavioral specialists are working together to provide rehabilitation services. Which is all important due to how much COVID-19 impacts various systems in the body.  WellSpan wants patients to know that they are being heard and they will be supported in the long fight agains...

According to a group of cardiologists at the University of California-San Diego, they are seeing a fair amount of COVID-19 survivors with Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, (POTS), a blood circulation disorder. Experts don't have a clear explanation for why COVID-19 long-haulers are exhibiting POTS symptoms. Some professionals believe it’s due to the virus creating inflammation and triggering autonomic antibodies that attack the nervous system. POTS is considered a chronic condition and a variety of medications and therapy exercises can improve the quality of life. Seeking that these types of treatments may be beneficial for those with long-haul COVID. To read the full article, Click Here

Dr. Dennis McGorry Jr., the medical director of St. Luke’s, stated that 30% of adulst and children who contracted COVID-19 experience lingering symptoms. The biggest commonality of this experience is the ones who had “mild symptoms” or asymptomatic effects at first, now are experiencing long-lasting ailments.  Even though COVID-19 is seen as a “respiratory infection, McGorry said that this virus creates significant “inflammatory responses” throughout the body. Among the most common symptoms, survivors are struggling from neurological issues that affect breathing, thinking and even walking among 10-30 percent. To read the full article, Click Here

People recovering from COVID-19 suffer from at least one lingering symptom and recent reviews from the National Institute of Health states that 50-80% of people are suffering from long-COVID or “Long Haulers”.  The symptoms seem to settle after 8-12 weeks, while 10% of cases can linger for six months after testing negative for the virus. Long Haulers appears to be frequent in women and young individuals who are overweight. Seventy percent of long-haulers reported extreme fatigue and several neurological symptoms like muscle pain, migraine like headaches, mild memory impairment and sleep disturbances. There is growing evidence that COVID-19 is not a static condition and several psychological and neurological symptoms of the virus may persist weeks after infection. Being proac...

New York was in the midst of a brutal last spring last year thanks to COVID-19. The stress for many was overwhelming and over a year later, the trauma hasn’t subsided especially amongst children either.  Mental health problems surged had reached record high during the pandemic, and it was more evident among the youth. There has been a dramatic increase in suicide among children. Suicide is the third most common death for teenagers right after accidents and cancer. To read about the full effects on mental health, Click Here

COVID-19 will likely continue to fade in the United States, but the disease will most likely not disappear. Experts Expect COVID-19 could be similar to the influenza virus that re-emerges every year in new variations or slightly different the year prior. There are still many unknown factors about COVID-19 and how it is caused, including how often it will mutate. To see what what experts are saying Click Here

A recent study from DePAul University in Chicago shows the symptom known as “brain fog” could outlast other symptoms associate with long-haulers.  Another study from Vanderbilt University is looking into therapy and treatment for COVID-19 patients suffering from brain fog.  There are still unknowns to was causes “brain fog”, but many are working on finding a solution for the long hauler survivors. To read the full article, Click Here

Penn Neuro COVID Clinic conducts evaluations, screenings and referrals for COVID-related neurological complications like vertigo and brain fog. This becomes the first clinic of its kind to provide diagnostic and functional tests for anyone who has previously tested positive for COVID-19.  This clinic is designated to provide patients with neurologic care such as: ·      Cognitive neurology ·      Neurocritical care ·      Neurovirology and immunology  ·      Neuroimaging The clinic also provides in-person and virtual visits and is currently accepting referrals from providers within the Penn healthcare system.  To read the full article Click...

More than 1,000 people in Toronto did a survey that revealed they experienced cognitive impairment for months after their initial COVID-19 infection. This survey was conducted in hopes to support long haulers and to highlight the implications on brain health.  According to the study, more than 70% of people who conducted the survey had to take time off work and another 50% reduce their hours of work. More than 80% said their symptoms have lasted far past three months and nearly half are reporting symptoms lasting 11 months or longer.  The survey shows how COVID-19 can cause neurological damage and how Canada needs to take action on brain health to help survivors from long COVID. To read the full article Click Here

There are “long-haulers” that are still suffering from symptoms months and over a year after their COVID-19 diagnosis.  The COVID Long Haulers condition occurs when one is sickened by COVID-19.  The CDC lists a wide range of symptoms that includes: ·      Tiredness or fatigue ·      Difficulty thinking or concentrating ·      Headaches ·      Loss of smell or taste ·      Dizziness  ·      Accelerated heartbeat/ heart palpitations ·      Chest pains ·      Difficulty breathing/shortness of breath · ...