It's Been A Long Journey - Long Covid Part 1

The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the world, and some are still reeling from its effects. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as guests Cynthia Adinig and Myiesha Dowe share their personal experiences and the impact of long-term COVID-19.  In this episode, Montez, Cedricia, and their guests discuss: Their personal experiences with COVID-19, How COVID-19 has altered their life, The long-term physical ramifications of COVID-19,  The grief associated with COVID-19, How COVID-19 effects pre-existing conditions, and The trauma of a disrupt life.

Guest Reference: Cynthia Adinig, a 38-year-old who developed long Covid in March 2020, transitioned from being a marketing specialist to a prominent patient advocate after facing discrimination in healthcare settings. She co-founded the BIPOC Equity Agency, which focuses on promoting equity in research and healthcare, particularly for marginalized communities. Cynthia serves on multiple advisory boards, including SolveME and CoRE at Mt. Sinai, and has been instrumental in shaping long Covid legislation, even giving sworn testimony on Capitol Hill. Her advocacy work spans multiple platforms, from national media features to collaborations with agencies like the NIH and FDA, and she provides comprehensive resources to help patients navigate medical care, disability access, and socioeconomic challenges.     

Guest Reference: Myiesha Dowe, developed long Covid during the first wave of the pandemic. She is a proud mom and is a writer, known for inspirational and uplifting quotes. Myiesha also has a podcast where she talks about having long Covid and has developed products to help long haulers navigate their mental health and physical struggles. 

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