Researchers investigate the role of autoantibodies and COVID-19
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms might not go away after the infection; this is known as Long COVID. It’s generally […]
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Catching COVID-19 multiple times increases risk of Long COVID
Some people may think that COVID-19 is a thing of the past. There has even been a dangerous myth that […]
The “Disability Burden” of Long COVID in the U.S.
Dr. Karen Bonuck and a team of medical researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine recently published a study […]
Long COVID and chronic illness
For many people today, catching COVID-19 is no longer a major fear. However, the global pandemic has left a lasting, […]
Several states bypass federal government to join global disease network
In a break from the federal government, the public health departments of three states and New York City have directly […]
Metformin and UDCA show no significant impact on Long COVID recovery, study finds
People who were disabled by Long COVID, or who had their disabilities worsened by the condition, had a flicker of […]
Share your COVID and Long COVID experience
As the medical community learns more about Long COVID every day, the impacts on the lives of people with disabilities […]
Common diabetes drug shown to prevent Long COVID
Many people with Type 2 diabetes take a drug called metformin. It is used to lower blood sugar levels. But […]
Long COVID: Your rights at work
People who live with Long COVID and are trying to remain part of the workforce need to know their rights. […]
Chronic mental health issues are cited with COVID-19, Long COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic and its lingering effects have had a profound impact on public health. Mental health for those who […]
Long COVID and its impacts on chronic conditions are focus of study
Studies of Long COVID and ties to disabilities and chronic conditions continue to draw attention from the medical research community. […]
Australian study tracks ties between Long COVID, disabling conditions
When most people think of COVID now, they picture a short illness like a cold – a few days of […]
Newest COVID-19 vaccine recommendations provide guidance from MDH
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is endorsing existing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations from professional medical associations for the 2025-26 vaccine. MDH […]
Questions about Long COVID ‘brain fog’ could be lifted by latest research
Life with Long COVID and pre-existing disabilities is continually being informed by research underway around the world. A recent study […]
New COVID variant is on the move in the Upper Midwest
The latest COVID-19 variant known as XFG, nicknamed Stratus, continues to spread throughout the United States. One study indicates that […]
Efforts underway in Minnesota to safeguard vaccine access
In response to federal actions restricting vaccine availability at the federal level, Gov. Tim Walz issued an executive order directing […]
Long COVID Workshop Oct 9
Employment, economic impacts merit scrutiny Are you a person with disabilities who also lives with Long COVID? Or has Long […]
Summer’s end brought forth an increasing number of COVID illnesses
Editor’s Note: Are you a person with disabilities who also lives with Long COVID? Or has Long COVID resulted in […]
Long COVID and new onset disability are studied; merit more attention
Editor’s Note: Are you a person with disabilities who also lives with Long COVID? Or has Long COVID resulted in […]
Legislative win protects funding for Long COVID research and more
Despite recent threats from some state legislators, funding for Minnesota’s leading Long COVID program remains in place. The Minnesota Department […]
Resources available for life with Long COVID
People living with Long COVID have the opportunity to take part in a clinical trial at the University of Minnesota. […]
Tracking available on COVID trends
Looking for reliable information on COVID trends in Minnesota? The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has answers that people need […]
‘Brain fog’ impacts linked to Long COVID are focus of latest studies
Living with debilitating Long COVID may mean adjusting to the challenges of what is often called “brain fog,” an inability […]
Resources available for life with Long COVID
Living with Long COVID and looking for resources to make life easier? Wanting to learn more about the condition from […]
Cuts to federal COVID funding put a halt to clinics and education work
The Trump administration announced around $11 billion in cuts to COVID related grants nationwide this spring. The Minnesota Department of […]
Loss of funding shuts down Minnesota’s COVID public inquiry hotline
Due to recent federal funding cuts, the public inquiry hotline that started in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic […]
ME/CFS, ties to Long COVID are the focus of ongoing research studies
Understanding the effects of Long COVID may also mean understanding what is called ME/CFS. ME/CFS is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. […]
Campers need to not pack up or bring home COVID
Summer days are ahead. For many Minnesotans, that means packing up sack lunches, swimsuits and other items needed to join […]
Minnesota’s Long COVID survey provides many insights
People who become ill with the COVID virus could be susceptible to Long COVID, a condition that can linger for […]
Many with compromised immune systems must remain on guard against COVID
Many people with disabilities live with compromised or weakened immune systems. This news presented by the University of Minnesota is […]
‘Quad-demic’ of illness reported
Call it the “quad-demic.” Minnesotans have faced a surge in four illnesses this winter, battling COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus […]
COVID-19 summer spike may continue into fall
As summer drew to a close, cases of COVID-19 were on the rise in Minnesota. It’s part of a concerning […]
08-24 TAKS COVID Vaccine Event in Minneapolis, MN
Get your COVID vaccine at the TAKS event in Minneapolis, Minnesota on August 24th, 2024.
08-04 St. Paul, MN COVID Vaccine Event at Como Regional Park
Get your COVID vaccine on August 4th, 2024 at Como Regional Park in St. Paul, MN.
08-15 Brooklyn Center, MN COVID Vaccine Event
Get your COVID vaccine in Brooklyn Center, MN on August 15th 2024.
08-10 Brooklyn Park, MN COVID Vaccine Event
Get your COVID vaccine on August 10th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.
07-31 St. Paul, MN COVID Vaccine Event
Get vaccinated against COVID on July 31st, 2024 in Paul, MN.
07-24 & 07-27 Brooklyn Center, MN COVID Vaccine Eve
Get your COVID vaccine at Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on July 24 and 27.
07-25 Brooklyn Center COVID Vaccine Event
Get your COVID vaccine at Brooklyn Center, Minnesota starting July 22nd, 2024, into October.
07-18 Brooklyn Center COVID Vaccine Event
Come for your COVID vaccine at the Brooklyn Center COVID vaccine event on July 18th, 2024.
Despite its nickname, COVID-19 variant ‘FLiRT’ should be taken seriously
Could the United States see a summer COVID-19 surge? The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which carefully […]
06-20, 06-22, & 06-27 Brooklyn Center COVID Vaccine Event
Get your COVID vaccine in Brooklyn Center, MN, on June 20th, 22nd or 27th.
07-13 St. Paul, Minnesota COVID Vaccine Event
Get your COVID vaccine booster on July 13th, 2024 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
06-22 TAKS Community COVID Vaccine Event in Minneapolis
Come for your COVID vaccine at the TAKS Community vaccine event in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Don’t FLiRT with the latest COVID-19 variants; learn and stay safe
A recent apartment move brought challenges as well as forgotten treasures. One of the latter was a high school yearbook […]
My COVID Story: Bob
Skin rashes, swollen toes and fingers were cause for discomfort I’m Bob, a 67 and a retired mechanic. My family […]
My COVID Story: Jack
Disruption in routine, loss of friends were struggles for young student Jack is 12. This story is told by Susan, […]
My COVID Story: Corrine
Her COVID-19 symptoms forced changes in choices of food and drink I’m Corrine, an administrative assistant for a small company […]
My COVID Story: Thomas
Depression struggles intensified with isolation, health fears My name is Thomas. I’m 42. I lived in Greater Minnesota near St. […]
My COVID Story: Elaine and Betty
Asking for accommodations is key to a living situation for elders I’m Elaine and my mother is Betty. Betty would […]
