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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 10d

Long COVID isn’t just fatigue.

Studies show up to 65% of patients tested have hidden hearing loss & many develop pituitary or thyroid dysfunction months later.

That means hormones, balance, & even hearing can be disrupted long after infection.

#LongCovid

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 16d

1 in 10 people develop #LongCovid.
In the U.S., over 3 in 4 adults live with at least one chronic condition.

Chronic illness is not rare, it’s the reality for millions. Their voices matter. 💜

🔗 longcovidjourney.com/2025/09/16/g...

#ChronicIllness #InvisibleDisabilities #autoimmune #health

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 18d

New data shows that people with 3+ COVID-19 infections are 3–10× more likely to develop Long Covid than those with a single infection even if vaccinated. Reinfections = risk. We can’t treat Covid like once & done.

More on long COVID on longcovidjourney.com

#LongCovid #PublicHealth

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 25d

With LongCOVID, so many of us feel old health stuff getting worse memory, joints, allergies, everything flaring. It’s tough, but you’re not alone ❤️

Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 25d

New data reveals what people really Google about #LongCOVID and it’s not what you think.

From fatigue to brain fog, search trends expose hidden symptoms & patient struggles.

👉 Dive into the insights: longcovidjourney.com/2025/09/10/w...

#COVID19 #LongCovidAwareness #HealthData

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 27d

COVID is still here. Vulnerable people (…actually, all of us) rely on caution. Mask up in crowded spaces, test if needed, and stay home if sick. #COVID19 #PublicHealth

By longcovodjourney.com

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 28d

#LongCOVID why it matters ?

⚠️ Shrinks the workforce & productivity
⚠️ Strains healthcare systems
⚠️ Fuels mental health crises
⚠️ Costs billions to the economy

Behind every statistic is a person fighting to survive.

👉 longcovidjourney.com

#InvisibleIllness #PostCOVID

Long Covid Journey

A guide to Understanding and Managing Long Covid

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · 29d

1 in 10 people after COVID develop #LongCOVID.
That’s not rare.That’s a mass disabling event.

Yet support, treatment, and recognition remain minimal.

How many more lives need to be disrupted before we act?

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Sep 7

🧬 New research reveals that Long COVID may involve autoimmunity, T cell dysregulation, and persistent viral fragments, leading to chronic inflammation and neurological symptoms. 🧠

Explore the latest findings on #LongCovid on
longcovidjourney.com

#Immunology #Autoimmunity #Neuroinflammation

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Sep 6

Recent observations suggest that fascia, the connective tissue network, may influence persistent Long COVID symptoms including fatigue, myalgia, and cognitive difficulties. Further study is needed to clarify its role.

longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/06/h...

#LongCOVID #Fascia #MedicalResearch

How Fascia Affects Long COVID Symptoms

Long COVID is characterized by persistent symptoms affecting millions, potentially linked to fascia, a connective tissue network. Inflammation, microvascular damage, and nervous system dysregulatio…

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Sep 3

Living with #LongCOVID means facing daily challenges but also discovering new ways to adapt and survive.

A thoughtful read:
longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/31/n...

#Resilience #covid

Navigating Life’s Challenges Post-COVID

Life is divided between those who have moved on from COVID and those with long COVID, facing daily struggles. Small achievements feel monumental, while society neglects the ongoing crisis. Advocati…

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 31

Muscle weakness can persist long after COVID.

If your lifts, runs, or sprints aren’t hitting pre-COVID levels, you’re not alone.

Your muscles are suffering 💪

Read the science 👉 longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/20/u... #LongCovid #sport #athlete

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 30

During COVID, ~40% of people developed ‘coronasomnia.’

Studies linked poor sleep to higher cortisol, more inflammation & weaker immune defense.

Good Sleep is a frontline in pandemics and recovery.

#Sleep #COVID19

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 29

Has COVID changed your smile or the way you see the world?

From dry mouth to eye discomfort, some are noticing surprising shifts. Are you one of them?

Read more 👇
longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/26/o...

#LongCovid #HealthChanges #OralHealth #EyeHealth #COVID19

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 22

Me: “Please mask, COVID is on the rise.”
Him: “You always say that, tell me when it’s not.”
…Still waiting. 🤷‍♀️ #COVIDIsNotOver #LongCovid

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 22

Pacing with #LongCovid isn’t just ‘taking it easy.’ It’s a constant balancing act enough to live, but not too much to crash. Some days it feels impossible 🤷‍♀️ In the end, it’s about surviving. 💜

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 20

Have you discovered a deficiency since COVID?

Long COVID & nutrients: Evidence is mixed. Low vitamin D linked to higher risk in one study, no link in another. Iron/B12/D deficits can occur test & treat, don’t megadose.

#LongCOVID #EvidenceBased

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 19

Long COVID: Not a ghost story. MRI studies reveal that up to 48% of sufferers have memory deficits and over 27% struggle with attention, speed, or recall even compared to recovered COVID patients. This is real brain change, not just fatigue.

More on longcovidjourney.com

#LongCOVID #brain

Long Covid Journey

A guide to Understanding and Managing Long Covid

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 18

Long COVID isn’t “just in your head.”

Studies show mitochondrial damage = less energy, more fatigue.

Up to 50% of long-haulers meet ME/CFS criteria.

65M+ people affected worldwide.

👉 Learn more: longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/17/l...

#LongCOVID #Fatigue #Mitochondria

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 17

~6 % of COVID cases → Long COVID.

Only ~50 % recover by 12 weeks;

just 7–10 % fully bounce back by 2 years.

Reinfections pile on risks. Avoid catching COVID.

More info on. Longcovidjourney.com

#LongCOVID #COVID #LongCOVIDRecovery #ChronicIllness #LongCOVIDAwareness

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 15

Largest genetic study yet
Researchers compared DNA from over 15,500 individuals with ME/CFS to more than 259,000 control samples, unearthing consistent differences that implicate immune and neurological pathways.This isn’t just fatigue, it’s a biological reality

longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/14/d...

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 15

Not just about COVID.
You’re in a packed, sweaty room in the hospital. Everyone’s coughing and Ill. No windows. No fresh air.
Why wouldn’t you wear a mask?
It’s like bringing an umbrella when it’s raining 🌧️ not politics, just common sense 🙄

#health #hospital #why #maskup #cleanaur

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 13

Some days, everything is a negotiation with your energy, your focus, your equilibrium. If you’re navigating Long COVID or supporting someone who is, you’re not alone. To read with compassion longcovidjourney.com/2025/08/12/u...
#health #compassion #longcovid #me

Cartoon-style illustration showing two people against a warm beige background. On the left, a woman with brown hair and a sad expression rests one hand on her chest. On the right, a smiling man with short brown hair places a hand on her shoulder in a comforting gesture. Above them, large text reads “UNDERSTANDING LIFE WITH LONG COVID,” and a speech bubble from the man says “EMPATHY.”

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 12

Electrolytes, ice packs, salt… and hope.
Heat intolerance hits up to 60% of people with long COVID, I’m just one of the sweaty statistics. 🥤🧊🌀

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Long Covid Journey @longcovidjourney.bsky.social · Aug 10

Months after COVID infection, risk of heart attack, arrhythmia & blood clots can remain 2–3× higher even in mild cases. Know the signs. Protect your heart. ❤️ longcovidjourney.com
#LongCOVID #CardioHealth #COVID19 #HeartHealth #PublicHealth

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