The COVID-19 pandemic took the world by storm. However, some individuals started experiencing symptoms weeks to even months after the first infection, a phenomenon researchers are calling ‘Long COVID’. Join us as we demystify what the disease is, what researchers know on the subject, and why this impacts the general public.
This video was made by McMaster University students Lathusha Sritharan, Safa Akram, Aishna Desinthan, and Mustafa Al-Hindawi in collaboration with the Demystifying Research McMaster Program.
This video is provided for general and educational information only. Please consult your healthcare provider for information about your health.
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Keywords: #longcovid, #covid19, #pandemic, #research, #mcmaster
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