What to Know About COVID-19 and Brain Fog in “Long Haulers”
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What to Know About COVID-19 and Brain Fog in “Long Haulers”

Medical Doctor Carmeon White reviewed that the most common symptoms of COVID-19 include the normal short of breath,cough, fever and fatigue. However according to recent studies COVID-19 has affected the brain and nervous system with neurological symptoms. This is also known as “brain fog” that people commonly report after suffering from the COVID-19 virus. This cognitive impairments cant last many months and seen going close to a year after the virus has passed. To read the full article, Please Click Here
Texas Roadhouse CEO Commits Suicide amid ‘Unbearable’ Post-COVID-19 Symptoms, Family says
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Texas Roadhouse CEO Commits Suicide amid ‘Unbearable’ Post-COVID-19 Symptoms, Family says

CEO and founder of Texas Roadhouse restaurant chain commits suicide after going through unbearable symptoms lingering after contracting COVID-19. Kent Taylor’s family reported his sever symptoms included tinnitus and joint pain. Despite the physical impacts, Kent Taylor also suffered amplified stress and anxiety caused by COVID-19 which weighed heavily on his mental health.  Only 65, he gave up his salary and bonus after the pandemic broke out to enable his employees in his restaurants to remain employed. Kent Taylor also contributed to funds and research for tinnitus as well. Researchers are not sure if COVID-19 caused tinnitus but believed the virus did exacerbated the condition. To read the full article, Click Here
Vaccines Helping COVID Long Haulers?
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Vaccines Helping COVID Long Haulers?

While most people who are affected by COVID-19 will later test negative and recover, there are some that still suffer from lingering symptoms. A few who suffered from “long-haulers” found relief after receiving the vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention listed shortness of breath, coughing, joint pain, and chest pain as the most common long-term symptoms among an undetermined percentage of people who contracted yet later tested negative for COVID-19. Program director of the Critical Illness and COVID-19 Survivorship Program Dr. Jason Maley has also discovered long-hauler symptoms also consists of “brain fog”, an elevated heart rate with no activity, severe fatigue, pins and needle pain in the hands and feet. The vaccine at the moment is preparing the body to fight o...
COVID long-haulers still suffer extreme symptoms a year later
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COVID long-haulers still suffer extreme symptoms a year later

A year has come and gone since COVID-19 hit New York. New York locals who caught the virus early March 2020 are still experiencing “long hauler” symptoms in 2021. Dr. David Putrino, Director of rehabilitation Innovation for the Mount Sinai Health has researched “long-haul” patients. He has reported 90% of participants with an average age of 42, not severely affected or hospitalized still have lingering affects that compromises their quality of life after COVID-19. There has been reports of individuals that suffered from COVID-19 a year ago still struggle with nervous system issues consisting of inflammation and misfiring that affects daily live skills and activities.  Even though many who has contracted COVID-19 symptoms vary in so many ways other than hospitalization, we ar...
Some Covid ‘long haulers’ respond to vaccines
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Some Covid ‘long haulers’ respond to vaccines

It’s been a full year that COVID-19 has affected us and there have been new studies about the virus’ effects this week. In Denmark a large study was conducted and discovered that many people who were able to recover from COVID-19 remained “Shielded” from the virus for about six months. Nonetheless there are still various implications that may occur. The study has shown small amounts of reinfections, relapses and lingering symptoms. Denmark Scientists that conducted this study say that reinfections are most likely asymptomatic or mild due to the immune system suppressing the virus. This is not taking into account of assessing reinfections with new variants of the virus.  Now, new research is being done to study the effects of the vaccine on patients with long-term symptoms of...
According to ABC, people are suffering from COVID-19 symptoms, long after it’s supposed to be gone.
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According to ABC, people are suffering from COVID-19 symptoms, long after it’s supposed to be gone.

For millions of people, surviving COVID 19 has been the starting point of a longer journey. Long after the virus is supposed to be gone, some patients are still suffering from COVID symptoms. According to an ABC news article  they report having brain fog, rancid smells and crushing fatigue.  And they are not unique cases, it is estimated that 10% of COVID patients will be affected by what is being termed at "COVID Long Haulers" and scientists are still baffled as to why? To read the full article on ABC click here
COVID-19 Can Have Long-Term Effects on Heart Health
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COVID-19 Can Have Long-Term Effects on Heart Health

An article on Science reports that the most recent coronavirus, known as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), can cause long-term effects on heart health. The variant can lead to inflammation of the heart (myocarditis), heart cell death, arrhythmias, heart failure, and heart-attack-like symptoms. Some patients experiencing these heart issues only had mild -- or even asymptomatic -- cases of COVID-19. Researchers are working to determine why some patients are more prone to develop heart issues after COVID-19, since it's clear that the severity of infection is not a factor. Because these cardiovascular issues can be serious and even fatal, it is imperative that the medical community figure out which patients could be most at risk of developing long-term heart issues...
Gwyneth Paltrow Reveals She Is a COVID-19 “Long-Hauler”
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Gwyneth Paltrow Reveals She Is a COVID-19 “Long-Hauler”

An article on CNN reports that Gwyneth Paltrow continues to have side effects from COVID-19, which she contracted last year. Paltrow reported symptoms such as fatigue and brain fog, which are tell-tale signs of being a COVID "long-hauler." She wrote on her GOOP website that blood tests revealed high levels of inflammation in her body, so she has been working with a functional medicine doctor to heal. She has been focusing on maintaining a healthy diet low in sugar and alcohol. She says this deliberate attention to her health has been "like a gift," as she's also been working out and spending time in her sauna. To read the full article on CNN, please click here.
Ohio’s MetroHealth Establishes COVID-19 Long-Haulers Clinic
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Ohio’s MetroHealth Establishes COVID-19 Long-Haulers Clinic

Cleveland.com reports that Ohio's MetroHealth has created a special clinic for patients who continue to suffer from COVID-19 symptoms after their initial infection. These patients are known as "long-haulers," and now they can seek help. The clinic is directed by Dr. Nora Singer, who says she's seen several patients with symptoms of COVID that lasted for months. Long-haulers typically experience symptoms like brain fog, shortness of breath, depression, and insomnia, but can also have more serious symptoms related to the heart, lungs, and kidneys. Researchers are working hard to figure out what exactly causes post-COVID-19 syndrome and how symptoms can be treated. The Ohio clinic began by treating employees, but has since opened to treat patients as well. To read the full article on Cle...
COVID-19 Long-Haulers Have Trouble Returning to Work
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COVID-19 Long-Haulers Have Trouble Returning to Work

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. To read the full arti...