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Low Cortisol May Fuel Long COVID: Animal Study
Proteins that linger up to a year following a COVID-19 infection link to low cortisol levels, which can lead to long-term neuroinflammation.
Coping with Parosmia—Perceived Rancid Smells
Tens of thousands of lives have been turned upside down by a long COVID symptom that shifts the sympathetic nervous system into overdrive.
‘I Knew Long COVID Was What I Was Dealing With’
“My Healing Journey” is a special series of stories written by people who found unconventional paths to wellness when they had nowhere else to turn.
Long COVID Condition Resolves Over Time, Study Suggests
Australian research finds that long COVID symptoms improved over time in their study cohort.
Precision Medicine: How It Saves Lives from Long COVID, Hormonal Imbalance and Medical Mysteries | The Dr. Monti Show
When they thought all options were exhausted, precision medicine provides new hope with treatments as unique as their symptoms.
Spike Protein Exposure and Clotting Pathologies Explained: Dr. Jordan Vaughn
Dr. Jordan Vaughn is a physician of internal medicine and the CEO of MedHelp Clinics. During the pandemic, he noticed a pattern of abnormal clotting.
5 Exercises to Restore Muscle Strength and Endurance After Long COVID
Long COVID and its associated post-exertion malaise is a complex, debilitating syndrome. Careful movements can help restore muscle strength.
COVID-Induced Brain Fog Linked to Evident Blood-Brain Barrier Disruption–Study
A compromised blood brain barrier allows harmful substances to enter the brain causing disorders of the central nervous system including brain fog.
Australia’s Chief Health Officer Calls for the Term ‘Long COVID’ to Be Scrapped
‘It implies that there is something particularly sinister and ominous about COVID-19,’ Dr. Gerrard said.
COVID-19 May Lead to Persistent Cognitive Impairment, Brain Fog, and Lower IQ Scores
A new observational study found cognitive deficits may last a year or more after having COVID-19.
Low Iron Levels in Blood Could Trigger Long COVID: Study
Iron removal from the bloodstream is a defense mechanism of the body during infection, but it can backfire.
Long COVID-19 Could Lead to Small Deficits in Cognitive Function: Study
More than 113,000 people were tested for the study published in The New England Journal of Medicine.
Study Finds Majority of Patients With Long COVID Were Vaccinated
Mass vaccination and available antiviral treatments have not prevented vaccinated individuals from experiencing lingering COVID-19 symptoms.
CDC’s Recent Long COVID Study Avoids Identifying Vaccination Status of Participants
‘I would be curious to know what questions they asked and what was the criteria that qualifies a person as having Long COVID."—Dr. Robin Foreman Rose
Long-Term Increased Risk of Digestive Diseases After COVID-19 Infection: Study
A new study suggests people who have recovered from COVID-19—even if they had mild cases—are at risk of future digestive diseases.
Senate Committee Hearing Calls for More Funding, Better Treatment Options for Long COVID
Three women affected by long COVID appealed to a Senate Committee on Thursday seeking more government support for the condition.
Parkinson’s Medication Could Be Useful in Treating Long COVID: Study
The research indicates indicates amantadine may treat persistent symptoms due to antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and dopamine effects.
COVID-19 May Lead to Persistent Brain Injury Undetected by Routine Tests
Rapid onset of acute COVID-19 symptoms can cause key brain injury markers that even months later persist.
Paxlovid Doesn’t Reduce Risk of Long COVID, Potentially Linked to Rebound Symptoms: Study
Researchers found little difference in outcomes between Paxlovid users and nonusers. They also found 1 in 5 users experienced rebound symptoms.
