Long Covid Researcher Opens Up About Her Struggles With The Condition

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00:00Long COVID researcher opens up about her struggles with the condition.

00:04It's been five years since COVID-dominated conversations.

00:08But for long COVID sufferers like Alison Cohen, the nightmare continues, demanding ongoing research.

00:18In January 2022, she contracted COVID-19 and joined the 5% of U.S. adults with long COVID,

00:25inspiring scientific exploration of the condition.

00:30Long COVID causes lasting symptoms like fatigue and brain fog, impacting health.

00:37Over five years, 200-plus symptoms affecting organs were identified.

00:41Diagnosis remains difficult due to the lack of specific tests despite research progress.

00:50Cohen, an epidemiology expert, endures long COVID's debilitating effects,

00:55including persistent fatigue.

00:58Her energy rationing, described as using spoons, complicates maintaining her career and social life,

01:04illustrating long COVID's profound impact on daily living.

01:11Lung scarring is a prevalent long COVID symptom, impairing oxygen circulation and worsening fatigue.

01:16Heart problems also commonly arise, posing additional risks and highlighting the condition's serious health implications.

01:27Cohen bridges science and patient needs.

01:30Despite funding challenges, she advocates for research and inclusive measures for those with weakened immune systems.

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