The Mirror (a bona fide rag if ever there was one) has been consistently (and uniquely) spot on in regards to post-COVID disability.
I wish I knew which editor is responsible for it, so I could thank them.
The Mirror (a bona fide rag if ever there was one) has been consistently (and uniquely) spot on in regards to post-COVID disability.
I wish I knew which editor is responsible for it, so I could thank them.
Day 1319—Long COVID explained to pet owners: It's like trying to get your body to heel.
Before COVID: With consistency, self-discipline, compassion & perseverance, definitely an achievable goal.
Since COVID? "Lol, no"
Everyone thinks they are healthier than they are. I’m here to tell you Covid has impacted you in ways your body hasn’t shown you yet.
🧵 of highlighted #MECFS and #LongCovid research papers being discussed this week on the Science for ME forum.
13 - 19 Apr 2026
Et dit sans sarcasme? (Si oui, chapeau!)
Je viens de regarder la bande annonce (lol). T'as aimé?
Lequel?
To the left of a picture of Rodin's "Le penseur", is this caption: I STOPPED THINKING I HAD LONG COVID AND IT WORKED: I NO LONGER THINK I HAVE LONG COVID. Trouble is, Long COVID still has me. COVID Chronicles - Day 1315 @covidchronicles.bsky.social
"I stopped thinking I had Long COVID and it worked!"
Top corner, there's a screenshot of an email from "Friend who gets it" to "me". It reads: "I had an idea. What if made a tshirt to wear on race day that had something to raise awareness about long covid? Something like, "Running for my Long Covid friends who can't." or "Running to raise awareness about Long Covid." What's the shortest message that would seem like good PR? If anything?" Below the email screenshot, two pictures of the purple T-shirt this friend ordered. Bottom left is of the back, which has "Running for my Long Covid friends who no longer can" written on it. Bottom right is of the front, which has a ribbon and "Long COVID" written on it. Top right of this image is my caption. It reads: "COVID Chronicles, Day 1312. It's not just that she sees me. It's that she followed through. <3" @covidchronicles.bsky.social
Day 1312—I used to volunteered as Team in Training mentor (running marathons for cancer research)
Now I can barely run errands. One mild COVID infection (2022) is all it took
Last week, a fellow runner sent me this. It's not just that she sees me—It's that she followed through 💜
#LongCOVID #MECFS
Two things that are both true: It is still important to test for COVID-19. False negatives on at-home COVID-19 tests* are common. *Also called home tests, rapid tests, antigen tests, and rapid antigen tests
False negatives on COVID-19 tests are common, so it’s important to test again if your test is negative. False negatives (test results saying you don’t have COVID when you actually do) are common. If you have symptoms but test negative, test again at least one more time, 48 hours later. If you test positive, there’s no need to test again. False positives (tests saying you have COVID when actually don’t) are extremely rare.
It is still important to test so you can get the treatment you need. COVID-19 treatments are available for some people who are eligible, and they can significantly reduce your risk of hospitalization and death. Testing helps you to identify your illness so you can get the treatment you need!
If you’re sick but can’t test (or retest): Get plenty of rest, avoid spreading it to others, and talk to your doctor if needed. If you’re feeling sick but don’t have access to testing, it’s still important to give your body time to get better, and avoid spreading illness to others. Stay home as much as you’re able & get plenty of rest to allow your body to a chance to fully recover. Avoid others as much as possible (and remember, nobody wants illness spread to them even if it’s not COVID-19), and wear a mask if you have to be around others.
It's important to know that false negatives on home COVID-19 tests are common, so if you're not feeling well and get a negative result, you should always test again! But although false negatives happen, it's still important to get tested if possible so you can get the treatment you need!
This is why social media algorithmic manipulation (engagement-bait, sponsored misinformation) and corporate journalism model (engagement-bait, no editorial standards) need URGENT reform and regulation.
Democracy/Humanity will not survive the current information landscape.
Some doctors Headline: Experts Very Confident That Disease That Makes Health Problems Worse Is Not Responsible For Worsening Health Problems Story by Julius Smooch and Pelly Canbill Photo from Adobe
Experts Very Confident That Disease That Makes Health Problems Worse Is Not Responsible For Worsening Health Problems
Photojournalism is more important than ever. I wait in earnest every year to see the annual World Press Photo winners. You can see them too 👉 www.worldpressphoto.org
A new study predicts that Long Covid will cost OECD economies $135 billion a year, due to people leaving the workforce, lower productivity, and healthcare costs. COVID is not over.
This is the way.
Subvert.
Appropriate.
Ready… aim… 🔥🔥🔥
A picture of rudimentary, ancient caves in a deserted mountainside. Caption reads: "Business idea: Spend billions making random useless holes in a deserted mountainside. To profit? You call it: TRUMP CAVES." @crisismgmt.bsky.social Crisis Management: Not the solutions we need; solutions we deserve.
No one will buy in, but it doesn't matter.
You'll have left the party long before the bill comes due.
The devastation will only bankrupt the generations that come after you.
#CrisisManaged #Trump #Iran #TACO #Climate #Collapse
Crisis Management: Not the solutions we need; those we deserve.
Fascinating.
Between us though? What I would have answered:
"I never wish ill upon others. But for you? For you I'll make an exception. May you have your life forfeited as mine has been. May you not find answers as to why it happened—nor to how it might be reversed. May you, too, rot in hell."
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Checked account age, more recent posts. Will not engage. Don't feed the trolls.
how to prevent heatstroke: Read Poetry Continue Jogging Wear Beige Clothing Take up a hobby Think calmly Story by Colin Junction and Barry Rumbelow Photo from adobe
How To Prevent Heatstroke
Pretending COVID isn't a thing—my #LongCOVID would like a word—is like pretending the climate crisis isn't spiraling out of control is like diving into an empty pool.
I've gone from "What are they thinking?"
To "What?! ARE they thinking?"
In every case, the answer is no. They aren't. By choice.
Pretending COVID isn't a thing—my #LongCOVID would like a word—is like pretending the climate crisis isn't spiraling out of control is like diving into an empty pool.
I've gone from "What are they thinking?"
To "What?! ARE they thinking?"
In every case, the answer is no. They aren't. By choice.
“I had Covid and I’m fine”, is a statement I hear a lot. Unfortunately it doesn’t account for the hidden/delayed damage Covid causes.
Some other dangerous viruses have minimal or no symptoms during the infection phase but cause major damage later.
Antivax propaganda is the grift that keeps on grifting.
Sleep disturbances in Long COVID are underdiscussed.
“Sleep disturbance may contribute to chronic inflammation in Long COVID by compromising certain inflammatory resolution pathways.”
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41650882/
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) appears to be a post-viral syndrome similar to some presentations of Long COVID.
It's not exactly the same and not nearly as frequent. But bottom line: No viral infection is beneficial, ever. #MaskUp #CleanAir
Doctors Headline: Doctors Still Seeking Sweet Spot Between Infection Control And Infection Embrace Story by Lois Caravan and Mark Mywords photo from Adobe
Doctors Still Seeking Sweet Spot Between Infection Control And Infection Embrace
Cambridge study of 11,000 people across 39 countries found a hidden gut bacterium that consistently shows up in healthy people — and disappears in disease.
#FollowYourGut #LongCOVID
So relevant
Just spoke w/a lead researcher on the gut-neuro-brain axis front. They’ve found something actionable #LongCOVID & would be ready for an off-label trial were it not for the Rx patent holder’s disinterest 😑
Hopefully the main study—now under review w/ a major journal—will convince them…🤞
Bravo! As it should!
Just spoke w/ a lead researcher on the gut-neuro-brain axis front. They’ve found something actionable & would be ready for an off-label trial were it not for the Rx patent holder’s disinterest 😑
Hopefully the main study—now under review w/ a major journal—will convince them…🤞