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This is the first episode of living with long covid and in today's episode I will talk about voice distortion as a symptom associated with long covid. The professional help that can support improvement of audibility of the voice. What we can do to try and improve our voice quality. I will discuss my personal experience of voice distortion and you will hear my voice quality as it was during recording. I hope by sharing experiences anyone living with long covid or supporting someone with long covid will feel they are not alone.
If you would like to get in touch, ask any questions or request any future long covid topics for the podcast please DM me on instagram julietaylor9545
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My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I discuss having a long covid relapse, what this is and how I feel during a relapse. The physical and emotional impact and how I try to manage symptoms. The irony of this episode is I was going to finish by explaining the next episode is around brain fog, but I forgot! Thanks for joining me!
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My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I will talk about brain fog and how this impacts on life. The fear it evokes as well as trying to see the funny side. I recorded this on a difficult day living with long covid and have chosen not to edit, so you guys can get a feel for the reality of my journey. I hope this is helpful and as always please get in touch with any questions, comments or topics you may want me to discuss on future podcasts. The next episode will explore long covid and the invisible symptoms, which can cause a lack of understanding from employers, friends and family. It will aim to raise awareness of this issue. Take care, speak to you next time
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My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode I am going to talk about the invisible elements of long covid, and how a comment/observation about my podcast picture, made me reflect on the symptoms of long covid you don't see. How such symptoms make living with long covid challenging, I hope to create a topic for conversation, which can lead to discussions outside of the podcast, raising awareness and greater understanding to employers, friends, family and long haulers themselves on the invisible symptoms. On the next podcast, I am going to discuss anxiety, what impact this may have on someone with long covid, and how this has effected me personally, I hope you will continue to join me. As always take care, and please feel free to DM me at julietaylor9545 with any questions, comments or suggestions for future podcasts.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's podcast I am going to discuss the impact of anxiety, it is not unheard of for long covid to be put down to anxiety, due to current lack of medical research and scientific understanding. Many people may have experienced anxiety prior to having long covid, I know I certainly had, I discuss how this can exacerbate and offer some self care tips for anxiety management , which I use myself. I hope this podcast encourages anyone with anxiety to reach out for support and creates understanding that anxiety is normal. Thank you for joining me...I hope you will also tune into the next podcast, I will be talking about one of my darkest moments. As always take care. Contact me on Instagram julietaylor9545
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I will talk about one of my darkest moments when I contracted covid. I discuss the impact this has psychologically and emotionally. I also talk about the positive angle of the darkest days and how I am trying to live by mantra “face the fear and do it anyway”. I will share my experience and how I recently faced one of my own personal fears… and did it anyway. I hope you will have a listen and share with anyone this may support or interest. I have also added the links below as promised in this podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DebbieWilkinsonPhotography/videos/1016059865657805/ http://www.debbiewilkinson.co.uk/ debbie@debbiewilkinson.co.uk
On the next podcast I am going to discuss issues around long covid and constipation, as a previous bladder and bowel nurse practitioner, I want to explore this issue and offer some practical lifestyle changes, that may help. Disclaimer this is not a medical podcast but may offer some support. I hope you will join me, as always take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's podcast I will discuss constipation, I have heard many people with Long Covid talk about how they are now experiencing constipation, myself included. Although my podcasts are lived experience of my own personal journey, I felt this is an important subject, as many people find constipation hard to talk about, therefore don't always seek help. I have experience as a bladder and bowel nurse practitioner, and although the podcast remains non medical, I felt able to share some lifestyle tips that I use myself, to combat constipation. I hope you find them helpful. These tips will be useful for anyone experiencing constipation, so please share. On the next episode I am going to discuss pacing, how I am not so good at this at the moment however after a cycle of trying to push through and crashing, I am trying the 3 Ps. See you on the next podcast. If you are finding the podcast helpful please leave a review which helps the podcast grow and reach as many people as possible. You can also DM me at Instagram Julietaylor9545 thank you, speak to you soon
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I am going to talk about the 3 Ps and how I intend to implement pacing into my life. I discuss how powering through is my general approach to life however I have learnt on many occasions, this is not possible with Long Covid. A recent event only highlighted again how important it is to understand your limits. I also talk about the importance of prioritising the things I enjoy in life rather than just tasks. I hope you enjoy the podcast, I hope to reach and support as many people as possible. On the next podcast, I am going to talk about my experience with alcohol since having Long Covid and how this has impacted my life, I will speak to you on the next podcast. Take care.
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My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I discuss alcohol, how this has effected me since having Long Covid. I talk about the physical impact alcohol has had and also the challenges and changes to social events, how this can effect lifestyle and change social dynamic. I hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, if you would like to get in touch please DM julietaylor9545 on instagram. On the next podcast; I have discussed with my son's and husband how they have felt during the last two years, from me going to work on the frontline to subsequently living with Long Covid, and I am going to share some of this with you. I hope you will join me on the next episode.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's podcast, which is episode 10, I can't quite believe the podcast is going into double figures already. I am talking about a very personal angle of the Long Covid journey, the emotional impact contracting covid and subsequently Long Covid has had on my children and husband. I have always felt a sense of guilt that I can not protect them from not only covid19 itself but also the life changing impact Long Covid had and continues to have on my family. I asked my husband and children 5 questions and I am going to share with you some of their thoughts and feelings. It is not only physically but mentally challenging living with Long Covid, and having conversations can be very difficult but is very important. If you are having difficulty and need support, please reach out to your health care provider to access support. If you would like to contact me DM julietaylor9545 on Instagram, you can also follow me there. See you on the next podcast, where I will discuss exercise and my experience with Long Covid.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode I talk about exercise, how the current guidance for exercise and Long Covid can cause conflicting advice. Exercise has been a huge part of my life for a long time, so this element of my life has been hugely impacted by Long Covid. I have always loved the way exercise make's you feel strong and obviously the mental and physical health benefits are immense. I wanted to explore this a little and share my personal up's and downs with exercise since Long Covid entered my life, but also interestingly, how exercise was initially used as a part of my recovery plan in the early days. I would say, everyone is different, pre covid and to date in terms of fitness, personal health and should always speak with a professional before completing any exercise.
As mentioned in the podcast (disclaimer, I have no affiliation)- Sophie does online classes, with adaptations for lower impact - Workouts with Sophie, check her out at - www.workouts with Sophie.co.uk email: sophie@workoutswithsophie.co.uk
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I am talking a little more about the 3Ps Plan, Prioritise and Pace, and how implementing them into daily life can prevent crashes. I discuss the 4th P how this came about and why this is an important additional P as we continue on this uncertain journey. I explain how I put the 4Ps into my life and while I am certainly not perfect I am learning. I have found using the 4Ps gives me a physical and mental awareness, using this can help prevent crashes from pushing too hard. I hope you find this episode helpful. You may see my artwork on the podcast changing with a nod to the 4Ps, if you have any questions please do get in touch; You can follow me on Instagram, send me a DM to say hello and let me know your thoughts on the podcast julietaylor9545, I look forward to seeing you there. On the next episode I am going to talk about the invisible illness and the impact on mental health. I hope you will join me. Take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I wanted to talk about mental health/illness and Long Covid. Unfortunately many of us have heard the term "its all in your head", in regard to long covid. I wanted to address how physical and mental health/illness go hand in hand therefore both require acknowledging and effectively treating to support holistic health and wellbeing. I discuss my concern that people feel unable to acknowledge any mental health decline for fear their Long Covid symptoms will then be said to be "in your head". I discuss how my own mental health has been effected. I hope you enjoy the podcast, if so please leave a review and feel free to DM julietaylor9545 on instagram, you can also follow me on that platform. On the next podcast I will discuss a recent change I made to my diet and why, as always take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I talk about a change I made to my diet and why, I am sure you have guessed by the title, this was reducing sugar. I discuss the symptoms I have which relate to that of diabetes however I am not a diabetic. I explain what I did and how this impacted symptoms. I also explore the link to not being able to drink alcohol. Many of you may relate to my symptoms and findings, I would state if you are thinking off making any changes to your diet please speak with your health care professional. I hope you enjoy the episode and as always if you would like to ask any questions please DM me on Instagram julietaylor9545 you can also follow me on the platform. You can also join me on my Facebook Long term condition health/wellbeing page. On the next episode I am going to talk about working with Long Covid, this will include the journey to my current relapse, what I have learnt from this, and I hope you can join me. Take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In todays episode I discuss a current hot topic; Long Covid and returning to work. I explain how I returned to work, the challenges, my journey with crashes and relapses, which led to the worst relapse I have had to date. I offer 7 points that I intend to use to support with my return to work following the relapse, which you may find useful. On the next episode I will discuss anti inflammatory food, if food types can reduced the inflammatory response, and help with Long Covid symptoms; and I hope you can join me.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I talk about anti-inflammatory foods and drinks how these may support the inflammatory response from Long Covid. I discuss food types, simple meals and how/why I have implemented these into my diet. Does it make a difference? Have a listen to the podcast to find out. I also talk about some simple recipes for smoothies and meals that you can find on my instagram insights. On the next podcast I am going to talk about a recent Tweet I posted, and why it made Twitter angry. I hope you can join me. Take care
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My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I am going to tell you about how a Tweet I put out, highlighted how much misconception there still is about Long Covid. I had spoken to a doctor and felt very upset when a knee jerk reaction led to the Tweet. The platform went crazy and truthfully I felt very supported, at the same time upset to learn that I was far from alone in this experience. The positive is, it has only made me more determined to advocate for Long Covid, support others and raise awareness of this disabling, life changing illness. I hope you will join me on the podcast. Take care
On the next episode I am going to talk about sleep, or lack of sleep, see you then.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
One of the challenges I have had since having Long Covid is sleep. I can either sleep for way too many hours or I have total insomnia or minimal sleep at best. This is a taskmaster and only exacerbates symptoms further; so what can you do if you sleep too much or not enough? Have a listen to the podcast for some tips and ideas on sleep hygiene and what I do to try to have a good nights sleep. Thank you for joining me.
On the next podcast I will be discussing the trials and tribulations of making plans, cancelling arrangements last minute or forgetting to attend in the first place! I hope you will join me, take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Life has changed in many ways for everyone due to the pandemic, and for sometime lockdown prevented any of us from going out. As the world has opened up, life with long covid has left me with many life restrictions and challenges. The social life I once knew is gone, making plans is a challenge or a risk, as I may need to cancel last minute. So what are the trials and tribulations of making plans, going out? have a listen to todays episode, where I share my experiences and some tips on how I pre plan, preserve my energy so I have a greater chance of getting to an event. Thanks for joining me.
on the next episode I will be talking about self care, what it truly is and how important it is to practice self care, and I hope you continue to join me. Take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode discusses what self care is, and why it is important to implement self care into your daily life. I discuss the guilt around taking time out for yourself and why we should not feel that way. Surely self care should be a part of our daily routine? but is it? why do we have guilt around taking time out for ourselves? I list 20 self care tips to get you started or expand on any self care routine you may already use. I hope you enjoy the episode. on the next episode I explore the "The Long Covid emotional rollercoaster" see you then. Take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode discusses the emotional rollercoaster that is experienced when living with Long Covid. I reflect upon my emotions and how I have felt very alone at times. The multitude of emotions I feel. I also discuss and explore how external factors can have an impact on your emotions. I explore the factors of the grief cycle and how they feature in the Long Covid journey. This is a process I continue to go through, moving around the spectrum of the grief cycle. I explain what the cycle is and how each element causes effect. I hope you enjoy the podcast, thank you for joining me. On the next podcast I will explore the difference between positivity and toxic positivity, I also have some exciting news. see you there, take care https://twitter.com/julieTa58407536 https://www.facebook.com/julie.taylor.528316 https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/ https://www.instagram.com/julietaylor9545 Telephone - 116 123 (from any phone) http://samararitans.org
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this weeks podcast I am talking about POTS (Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome), this is something as a nurse I have not come across, however there appears to be a link with POTS and Long Covid. I discuss how I have related some of my symptoms to other medical possibilities and of course Long Covid. I discuss the symptoms of POTS and how I monitored these symptoms prior to going to my GP. With over 200 symptoms of Long Covid they can become blended and confusing. I continue to try and separate the symptoms and implement self care strategies while seeking assessment, treatment and possible cures. I hope you find this episode helpful. Thank you for joining me and Take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I am so excited to have my first ever guest on the podcast. Ian is a fellow long hauler and co creator of the 4th P, he is also an avid listener of the podcast. Ian contacted me after listening to one of my earlier episodes, where I talk about brain fog/injury, and how I feared it was early onset dementia. You will hear in this episode why this was a poignant moment for him. We have had many conversations since, many around pacing and of course the 4th P. Ian is kindly sharing his own experience of Long Covid and how this impacts him each day. While we all have similarities in our journey they are different and it is important to share with one and other. I appreciate Ian's sharing his journey so openly and I hope you all agree he is a great first guest. Thank you for joining us, Take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode explores the difference between Treatment and symptom management. How important are they? and is one more important than the other? I discuss how self care compliments symptom management and address negativity I received around my use of self care and symptom management. Not everything suits, or works for everyone and that is an important point in itself. Using a recent update as an example I discuss and explore treatment and symptom management. I also talk about the healthcare postcode lottery, I hope you enjoy the episode, use the links below to follow me on the social platforms and DM any questions or comments. As always take care, and thank you for listening.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast please email your request to: julietaylorwellbeingcoaching@gmail.com
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode of the podcast explores what a day on the life living with Long Covid can look like, this was more challenging to put into words than I originally thought. That was due to the fluctuating symptoms and unpredictability of the condition. I always advocate taking one day at a time, although this is hard when you reflect on the previous life you led. It is also challenging when you have to factor in work or the stress and anxiety not being able to work can provoke. I discuss these challenges and reflect on how different life looks with a long term condition. I hope you find the podcast useful, on the next podcast I ask the question ' Can Long Covid go into remission?' I hope you continue to join me https://linktr.ee/joulest https://twitter.com/julieTa58407536 https://www.facebook.com/julie.taylor.528316 https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/ - Long term conditions health and wellbeing page https://www.instagram.com/julietaylor9545
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I explore the possibility of remission with Long Covid, and try to understand how the crash and relapse cycle works. Are better days remission? or can Long Covid go into a full blown longer phased remission? is that possible? I discuss my own experience and question if I have experienced a phase of remission last summer. I consider research for remission for people with ME/CFS, as this condition has been around a very longtime surely research on remission exists? I also discuss ME/CFS and the history behind the "all in your head" theory, has a historical opinion and moment in time, prevented appropriate research and treatment? As always thank you for joining me, take care.
https://www.jstor.org/stable/4455795 - Reviews of infectious diseases Vol 13, supplement 1 considerations the design of studies of chronic fatigue syndrome (Jan- feb 1991, pp. 52-57 Oxford university press
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I have a guest on today's podcast, Cass is a fellow nurse and lives with Long Covid, they contracted covid in April 2020. They had prior experience of being disabled, with hidden conditions before that and has a lot of experience of working and living with the challenge of ableism and unconscious bias, before and since the pandemic , Cass has been advocating for colleagues and others with Long Covid and other chronic conditions and disabilities on social media. Cass and I discuss their experience of unconscious bias and ableism, advocacy and being part of Long Covid nurses and midwives UK, thank you for joining us.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Fatigue is often mistaken for being tired, needing to sleep or rest. I discuss the misconception on this episode and talk around the differences between fatigue and being tired. I talk about my own experiences and the various levels of fatigue and how this brings challenges to daily life. Fatigue can be life changing, disabling it effects the physical, emotional and cognition. I aim to clarify the difference between fatigue and tiredness. Thank you for joining me. Take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On todays episode I discuss the self that was and the self that is, with my guest Dr Anna Robson. Anna is an emergency medicine trainee and is living with Long Covid. Working through the pandemic, Anna has taken care of people in ICU, so is only too familiar with the impact of acute covid. I discuss with Anna her covid and Long Covid journey as she reflects upon how different her life looks post pandemic. Thank you for listening to the podcast, take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On todays episode I discuss how the way you look does not often reflect how you feel. I talk about invisible illness and chronic conditions, how the fluctuating symptoms and invisible symptoms lead to assumption, often "are you better now then, because you look great". I hope this podcast can support those living with Long Covid and other long term conditions and hidden disability, however I also hope it raises awareness and understanding to those who don't understand. So, if you know of people who struggle to understand, save your energy and point them in the direction of todays' podcast. I hope this is helpful. take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In todays episode I talk with returning guest Cass. I have recently been away and prior to going I had so many fears and reservations, learning to live with chronic conditions will do that to you! Cass, was really supportive and offered out her own experiences and lots of tips to support planning and taking a trip or holiday. I found so much value in these tips, Cass kindly agreed to come and share with you guys on the podcast. I hope you find it as useful as I have, and don't forget to checkout Cass Blog post full of travelling tips, the link is below. On the next episode I will share my experiences of taking a holiday, the challenges and wins and what to consider when returning from your trip away. As always thanks for listening and take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I have recently been on holiday, this is usually a time of excitement, looking forward to family time, exploring new places, eating delicious food and drink and having some downtime from general life. Now don't get me wrong many of the above have and are still the case for me, however living with long term conditions has forced me to think more, plan more and learn how to navigate challenges. This episode discusses the challenges and wins of taking a holiday. I share my personal experiences of trying to manage my symptoms and what I did not consider. This follows on from last weeks episode with Cass and I hope you find it useful. Please get in touch with any questions you may have; I always enjoy hearing from you guys and I appreciate you sharing your experiences with me. As always take care. Social Media links: https:linktr.ee/joulest https://www.instagram.com/julietaylor9545 https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/ https://www.facebook.com/julie.taylor.528316 https://twitter.com/julieTa58407536
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this podcast episode I talk about returning to work, and how life needs to be much more than a process of work, rest, recover, repeat. In my personal experience I have found this approach impacts the mental, emotional and social health requirements of a good quality of life. I reflect on what I have learnt following my relapse in March and how I hope to approach a return to work. I also discuss the importance of understanding your feelings and owning them, understanding your value and how important it is to take care of your own wellbeing, ensuring a work life balance can be achieved. I hope you enjoy this episode. I will share my return to work journey in future episodes. I have attached links below, if you have any questions, comments or advice, please feel free to contact me. Take care, see you on the next podcast. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast DM me in the first instance, thank you. Supportive links from today's episode: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk https://www.nhsemployers.org - NHS terms and conditions service handbook https://www.rcn.org.uk/Get-help/RCN-advice/sickness - sickness and advice guides Social media and link tree: https://www.linktr.ee/joulest https://twitter.com/julieTa58407536 https://www.facebook.com/julie.taylor.528316 https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/ https://www.instagram.com/julietaylor9545
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode of the podcast comes from the heart. I wanted to talk about how becoming unwell has taken my sense of purpose, almost my full identity however it has also encourage me to get to know and appreciate myself in so many ways. I am hoping you can resonate. I discuss how I/we are not Long Covid, we are not a long term condition, we are so much more than that. Words often have a deeper impact on how I feel which is of course a blessing and a curse, but either way they make me reflect and this is not a bad thing. I wanted to use the podcast to highlight how important it is to give yourself a break and to understand you have purpose and are so much more then a condition and its symptoms. I hope you enjoy the episode, as always take care. Link for support from The samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode I am extremely lucky to have another fantastic guest; Dr Binita Kane. Dr Kane is a consultant respiratory physician at Manchester University Foundation Trust. A Long Covid advocate and Long Covid kids champion and also the co founder of South Asian heritage month. It was a pleasure and a privilege to talk to Dr Kane about her personal Long Covid journey with her daughter, and how this has inspired her journey and development as a doctor as well as a mum and advocate. Dr Kane is leading the way for research on Long Covid and we talk about the work she has undertaken so far and the hope for the future. This is an inspiring and interesting podcast. I hope you enjoy the episode, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I talk about how the changes of the season may effect symptoms of Long Covid and other long term conditions. This can be improvement or exacerbation. This is something I have noted over time and now work to prepare my body for the seasonal change and manage my symptoms. I have found the weather effects people in different ways and some work better in warmer climates while others welcome the cooler days. I find it interesting how the same conditions have different symptoms and effects on different people. whether your preference is warm, cool or cold conditions it is important to recognise the weather can impact on symptoms, this awareness can be helpful for symptom management. I hope you enjoy the podcast, please contact me with any tips you may have for the changes of the season, as always take care, see you on the next podcast.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I am fortunate to have Nilihan join me to talk about a pacing trial that is underway. Nilihan has a vast knowledge and experience in research and trials. Today we talk about the pacing trial, how the trial is being undertaken and how the results will be used to provide therapeutic resources for people not only with Long Covid but also ME/CFS. we discuss the current lack of research and funding and how post viral conditions are not new however have been overlooked for decades. Nilihan has shared details of the social media platform the research findings, ongoing research and future research, will be available on, so definitely worth following on Twitter. I hope you enjoy this episode, as always take care. Links from this episode: https://trapss.uws-projects.co.uk https://twitter.com/@UWSLongcovid
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Today is episode 40 of the podcast, I can't quite believe that I have recorded 40 episodes, had some excellent guests join me; and most of all reached so many people across the world. Thank you for listening to the podcast, I hope you find it helpful.
In today's episode I am privileged to have my first ever guest return for a catch up, Ian and I talk about how he is managing with Long Covid, what he has learnt from his journey so far; sharing a few tips along the way. We also discuss the excellent advocacy work he undertakes within his Trust and how having something to support people with Long Covid, in all work areas would be a great support and asset. I hope you enjoy the podcast, as promised I have added some links to support groups, you will find many more across the social media platforms. Please continue to send your lovely messages, I do like hearing from you. You can also join my Facebook page, and/or follow me across the social media platforms, all links are below, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In recent months I have been contacted by many people feeling very low and even experiencing suicidal thoughts. I felt compelled to acknowledge this and after expressing my concerns, my wonderful son suggested he could come onto the podcast to share his, journey with self harm, mental ill health and suicidal thoughts. I appreciate this is a difficult topic but one that is not spoken about enough. Both Alexander and I hope this podcast can reach anyone feeling this way and let them know, they are not alone and help is available. People feel suicidal for many reasons, the office of national statistics have a paper acknowledging suicides among those diagnosed with sever health conditions. Having a newly acquired and life changing long term condition this resonates. With this in mind Alexander and I have a very open conversation and lay out the very vulnerable and personal lived experience, in the hope it encourages anyone in need to reach out for help and support. Also that is it ok to not be ok, and finally that this podcast encourages anyone to check in with friends/ family and ask "but are you really ok? Thank you for joining us, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode I am honoured to have a guest; Dr Jacob Teitelbaum MD talking with me about his own journey with post viral ME, and how this was one factor which shaped his life's work. Dr Teitelbaum is the author of several books including from fatigued to fantastic, he also is the lead author of 8 studies. Dr Teitelbaum breaks down how the SHINE protocol can be used to support and treat post viral conditions. He discusses how this works and what medications, vitamins, nutrition and exercise (as able) can be used. Dr Teitelbaum discusses holistic care required as everyone is different even when navigating through the same or similar post viral conditions, and much more. I hope you enjoy today's podcast, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
If you follow me on social media you may be aware I have started a slow phased return to work. I want to share this journey with you, the highs, lows and anything in-between. I am hopeful my experience can support others in their own journey. I talk about planning the return to work, what to consider and how a very flexible plan needs formulating and agreeing. I discuss how a standard 4 week phased return is not fit for purpose and this needs acknowledging across all workforces, in order to support a successful return to work. Returning to work after a long absence and with a new long term condition is a task master, there are lots of considerations to make, adaptations and flexibility are paramount. I hope sharing my own return to work will be helpful for you guys and any employers, who made need to gain a greater understanding of Long Covid. As always, thank you for joining me and take care. I include below some supportive contacts and information links: https://www.som.org.uk - The society of occupational medicine https://longcovidwork.co.uk https://www.gov.uk - access to work https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk https://acas.org.uk
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I am honoured to have a guest, Dr Wes Ely MD, MPH. Dr Ely is an internist, pulmonologist and critical care physician in Nashville. Dr Ely advocates for patients with Long Covid, he is the author of a book, Every deep drawn breath; 100% of the proceeds from this book Dr Ely donates to support ICU and covid survivors and their families rebuild their lives. In this episode Dr Ely and I discuss holistic patient care, gaslighting and validating those with Long Covid as this is a medical condition/disability and not psychosomatic. Dr Ely explains how the brain is effected and how damage/injury is caused, we discuss the difference between brain injury and brain fog. Dr Ely has produced some impacting Tik Tok videos describing the physiology and impact of Long Covid, while appealing to other medical professionals to listen to and treat their patients effectively. Dr Ely social media contacts can be found below. I hope you enjoy this episode, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I talk about communication, the importance of having a voice and how Long Covid may impact on our communication. I discuss the various methods and restrictions of communication, how having my voice distortion has effected the person I once was, before the pandemic. I reflect on what I have learnt during my career as a carer and a nurse and methods I have used to support people with communications needs. Ultimately I feel you can't truly understand how it feels until you live with a certain condition, challenge, disability or situation. The lived experience is often undervalued but has the most enriched knowledge share. I encourage people living with Long Covid or any other conditions which effects communication to find their voice in any format they can, to be heard using any adaptation needed. I urge society to take a moment to consider how they would feel in this situation, learning to live a very different life to the one previously known, to talk to people they know, colleagues, friends and loved ones and not top ignore, dismiss or disbelieve them, making their voices smaller. I have a voice, you have a voice, we can and will be heard. I hope you enjoy this episode, as always please take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I know this episode will go out on Christmas Day, I had thought about leaving the podcast for a week or so, as I put it out on a Sunday however I thought someone may find it helpful. I talk about Christmas, reflection, the ghosts of Christmas past and looking to the future...no it is not my version of scrooge I promise. I find a year end and new one beginning does evoke reflection and this can be hard when you are trying to learn how to live with a new version of yourself. I talk about reframing thoughts to what is possible and not thinking deeply about the loss and what is currently not possible. I also share a lighthearted festive poem and some thoughts and ideas on festive pacing, we need the 4Ps all year round. I hope you enjoy the episode. Merry Christmas and as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Happy new year, I wish all of my listeners a happy, peaceful and brighter new year. In today's episode I am talking with Chiara Berardelli a former GP and current musician singer songwriter. We discuss a new song Chiara has released which is inspired by her experience of Long Covid and learning to accept and live with the condition. Chiara talks about her experience with pacing and how she manages her energy levels. We also discuss Chiara's own experience as a former GP reaching out to health care professionals, in terms of Long Covid, gaslighting, poor understanding and reluctance to diagnose Long Covid. Chiara acknowledges the pressures of the medical profession however this has an adverse impact on people with Long Covid reaching out for support and being dismissed. I hope you enjoy the episode, as always take care. https://www.chiaraberardelli.com Https://youtu.be/Og6BqUuN7kU
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode is part two of my return to work journey. We have had the Christmas break and I took some annual leave. I was on week 6 of my return to work journey before the Christmas break. I had built up to 7 hours of work per week at this point. I was doing 3.5 hours over two days. I discuss the difficulty of returning to work, factors to consider and provide my top 10 tips for starting a return to work process. I have included some links to employment support services below. Covering from employment law, to support with access to work ie (equipment, travel etc) these cover the UK, if you are outside of the UK please access your local networks. I will be starting week 7 return to work this week, I will keep you all updated and will continue to do return to work videos, please access these via my link tree: https://linktr.ee/joulest Please contact me with any questions, and as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I never thought I would need to get to know myself, or a new version of me due to the impact of a long term condition. In this episode I talk about how living with Long Covid and POTS has changed how I see myself, how the physical impact has changed or limited the things I use to do and/or enjoy. I talk about reflecting upon myself and times when I have not recognised the person in the mirror. I reflect on how this effects relationships, confidence and the person I once felt I weasand liked being. I have always held on to positivity and I discuss how this has supported my quest to get to know me again. To embrace where I am at this point in my life and look at what the art of the possible is, rather than what I can no longer do. It is a taskmaster too except such changes, to embrace them but it is important for emotional and mental health. I hope you find this episode helpful, as always thank you for listening and take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This is episode 50! I can't quite believe it, however it has inspired me to record this episode "The journey so far!" I never thought I would be podcasting, and definitely not while trying to navigate a newly diagnosed chronic condition. It has been quite a journey which continues to be like an out of control rollercoaster. I have learnt a lot throughout my Long Covid journey about all elements of my life. This has been heartbreaking, frustrating, disappointing and painful but also inspiring, educational and valuable. It is often hard to take the positives from something so destructive, I have never had initially, my life hang in the balance, and subsequently my whole world as I know it, change beyond my recognition. Learning to live with long term conditions, manage symptoms, take judgement, experience gaslighting and learn to pace are challenging task masters. It is all a journey and a learning curve for 65 million of us across the globe. I am taking it one day at a time, thank you for joining me, I hope you enjoy this episode. As always, take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I talk about symptom overlap with other conditions. What is what? this can be so confusing and cause symptoms to not be investigated or afforded any potential treatment. I specifically look at Long Covid, peri-menopause, menopause, Testosterone and POTS. I explore some of the research and guidance relation to these conditions and Long Covid. I explain how I worked out I had POTS and subsequently had tests and was diagnosed, I may not have had this diagnosis had I not monitored my symptoms and researched. There are over 200 symptoms of long covid, and of course these overlap with other health conditions, and have the potential to offer symptom treatment or management therefore all symptoms should be investigated individually and holistically. I hope you find this episode helpful, as always thank you for listening and please do take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode I talk with Heidi Baseler neuroscientist at the university of York in the Hull York medical school. We talk about the brain, micro clots research and Long Covid. How these could be acutely and chronically effecting the brain. The symptom overlap with ME/CFS and other post viral conditions. Heidi discusses a research/study paper that she has had published "The negative impact of covid 19 on working memory revealed using a rapid online quiz" what the findings are, and the current and future plans for further studies. We discuss how these studies can support possible future treatments. Thank you for listening to the podcast and as always, take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I have a guest, Kerry is a fellow nurse and advocate for Long Covid. A founding and current member of LCNMUK (Long Covid, Nurses and Midwives UK). Kerry and I discuss the impact of Long Covid, the varying symptoms and how these effect everyday life. Kerry explains she initially had over 30 symptoms, ranging from body rashes, temperatures to cognitive and speech issues. We discuss gaslighting and also the positive professional support Kerry has received. We also discuss what is needed going forward. Kerry explains her journey and how isolated she has felt due to her symptoms, which can make a simple everyday task a momentous challenge. We discuss the Long Covid community and the support and solidarity we are seeing, Kerry and I credit many people who have supported or are advocating for Long Covid, including Dr Binita Kane, Dr Wes Ely and Prof Louise Cummings and so many more, we are grateful to and thankful for. I have added all of these support groups/ people to the show note links. Thank you for listening, I hope you enjoy this episode, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This is an extra podcast ahead of the Panorama podcast this evening 'Forgotten Heroes of the Covid Front Line. I am lucky to have a special guest Rachel, founder along with her friends and colleagues, Cass and Sarah of the Keyworker petition group. If you haven't signed the petition yet, please do, you will find the link below. Rachel and her family feature in the panorama program, we talk about Rachel's journey, why she is advocation for Long Covid. The impact of living with Long Covid, the grief cycle, suicide and why Rachel, Cass and Sarah decided to start the keyworker petition. Rachel explains what the intention of the petition is and who the group is advocating for, this is a special edition of the podcast and certainly one you want to listen to, and don't forget to watch the BBC Panorama program 30/1/2023 8pm. Thank you for joining us, please find useful links from todays show below, if you would like to contact the keyworker petition group, the email address is below, thank and as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I talk about relationships "in sickness and in health". I discuss how chronic illness/disability can impact on relationships, this does not just come down to a partner, it includes relationships with family, friends, colleagues and most importantly the relationship with yourself. I reflect on friendships and relationships, the good and bad times and how the moments in time shape who we are, however life does move on and relationships do not always make the test of time. I talk about valuing ourselves, where we are in our lives, how we have got to this point in the journey. I will reach 3 years in May and I value how far I come in terms of relationships, how I respect myself, my body and loving myself and other "In sickness and in health". I hope you enjoy the podcast, as promised a couple of links below for support. Please as always take care. https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.samaritans.org
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
I have another inspirational guest on the podcast today. Emma is a nurse who has Long Covid with multiple organ damage. Emma lost her NHS job and experienced gaslighting at a time when she needed medical professional help and support the most. Suffering an inability to take care of herself and having bedsores among the multitude of symptoms Emma is living with. Emma advises her and her husband where married only 6 months prior to the pandemic, they both had covid and Long Covid and in these first months where not able to take care of each other. It took lots of phone calls and distress to get any support. Emma states she wants to share her journey in the hope it will help others and educate those who do not understand what Long Covid is and how it effects every element of you life. I hope you find today's podcast helpful. As always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I thought it would be useful to discuss planning and preparing for a return to work. I wanted to share my lived experience of returning to work and what process needs to be considered and completed prior to returning to work. I tried to fumble through the process of returning to work after an extensive period of time off, and with a long term condition/disability. This in itself is hard work, so I thought this would be a useful podcast. I have also created a short document/notebook and return to work process chart, to support others returning to work. I will share this with you guys across my social media platform and place it on my link tree. I discuss the richness of experience workplaces are losing by dismissing people with Long Covid and how the government needs to re-evaluate this and put funding into Long Covid, as this is just adding to an already depleted workforce. It is also leaving people financially vulnerable and trying to manage a condition resulting from the pandemic with no treatment or cure.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I am talking about a very simple question, most people ask most days "how are you?" Such a simple 3 little words, so why do they fill me with dread? Simply put I don't know how to answer this anymore, I feel it is a reflex question that goes, "how are you?, "I am fine thank you, how are you?" and I am not ok, so I can't bring myself to say that I am. I have noted if I have ever said, 'I am fine thank you" the response when I see a person another time, they can be like, "oh are you unwell again" and that is so frustrating. No I am not unwell again, I am living with a long term, currently incurable/treatable condition. Is this an opportunity for education? should we stop asking "how are you" unless we truly are interested in the other person's wellbeing? I think it is key to consider how this 3 word open ended question could adversely effect the other person, it could prevent someone from feeling they can open up and seek help, if they are not ok. It could cause people to retract from society to avoid these types of empty questions. I hope this episode of the podcast is useful, if you do need support please reach out and seek help. This may vary from area to area and country to country , if you are unsure ask your healthcare professional to point you in the direction of support.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode considers PEM/PESE why is it so difficult to understand, manage and avoid? I discuss what PEM/PESE is and how is triggered and what that means to daily life. I have spoken with many people who find they struggle to manage PEM as they can't understand what it is and what it does to the body. I have struggled with this myself as it seems to be able to occur with no reason. PEM is triggered from exceeding the energy envelope which can be due to physical, emotional or mental use of energy. I find this makes it a taskmaster, working out what your personal triggers are, the delay in symptom exacerbation can make it confusing to work out at what point PEM was triggered. I discuss journalling, to identify triggers and using pacing, monitoring symptoms, exacerbation of symptoms can be identified using this method and could be a tool to help avoid PEM. You can download my 4Ps planner from my link tree, the link is below. I hope you find this episode useful, as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode of the podcast follows on from the last where I talked about Post exertional malaise (PEM), I talk on the subject of crashes. I have found the cycle of crashing and relapsing (boom and bust) very difficult. In the early days I found crashing challenging to deal with or to understand, I have pushed many times causing PEM and crashes. I did not initially understand what was happening. I was just trying to push through with the aim of getting back to my old self, my old life. This was never going to be a possibility and I have made myself much worse at times. This is difficult to come to terms with but it is important to try and make peace with where I was at and work out how I could manage, stay within my energy envelope and avoid crashes. I use various symptom management tools and of course I always champion the 4Ps as pacing is the key when trying to manage energy and avoid those crashes. It is important to note that this is individual to each person considering lifestyle, tasks, symptoms, responsibilities, abilities etc. I still have the 4Ps planner available on my Linktree which can be used to support you with pacing. I also champion the visible app which you can download from your App Store. I hope this episode is useful, as always please get in touch with any comments, or questions. I hope you have the best day you can, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode of the podcast I am lucky to have a brilliant guest; Emily Bland is a clinical physiologist and POTS and Fatigue Specialist. Emily and I discuss her own journey with POTS, ME/CFS and endometriosis and how this has led to Emily taking her career path and studying over many years to specialise in this area. Emily is focussed on holistic person centred care and the individualised approach to supporting people with their condition(s) and accompanying symptoms. Emily explains what the role of a clinical physiologist and how specialist the role is and how it supports people living with chronic illness. This is an interesting conversation which many people will resonate with, Emily has provided links to charitable organisations and also links to her website, LinkedIn and social media below. I hope you find this episode of the podcast useful, I hope you have the best day you can, Take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I talk about how I try and see light in the darkest of times. It is often a lonely and scary place to be when we are going through a dark time of our lives. It can be difficult or impossible to come out of that dark place. We can forget, loss is grief and grief has many stages and manifests differently for each person. We also forget that grief is not just the loss of someone human or pet (which is a very difficult time and I am not undermining this) but it is any significant loss to us, anything that has an impact on our lives, the loss of a relationship, a job, a failed exam etc. Loss comes in many formations to our lives, as does the way those losses impact us. Losing your health means losing independence, the life we once had, the dreams, aspirations and future plans, that is a huge thing to deal with. Working through the grief cycle is different for everyone, and is not linear. We can go in and out of this cycle for a very long time, there is no right or wrong way to deal with loss. I talk around, trying to see light through the darkness and owning all of our feelings while trying not to stay in the darkness for too long. I personally feel, we learn from everything in life including the most challenging times of our lives, when nothing seems to make sense. It is ok to not be ok, to reach out for help. I have put some support links in the show notes. I hope you can see light in the darkness and know every storm is followed by a rainbow. As always, thank you for listening to the podcast and take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I had the honour of speaking with Dr Asad Khan. Dr Khan talks openly about his own experience of Long Covid, the treatment he has had, the gaslighting experienced, subsequent diagnosis of MCAS, POTS and pericarditis. Dr Khan explains the treatments he has had to date and how he has had to travel to access these treatments as we are not undertaking these in the UK. This has been undertaken privately and Dr Khan acknowledges how not everyone can afford or are able to access treatments abroad. We discuss how this impacts life, how people have lost their lives and taken their lives due to the disabling impact of Long Covid. Dr Khan and I talk about vaccine injury, organ damage and the possibilities that appropriate research and treatment may offer. Dr Khan offers hope for the future and advises people to try to understand and read up on their symptoms, implementing some pacing, vagal nerve stimulation, protecting the gut microbiome and other symptom management. I hope you enjoy this episode and Support Links: https://findahelpline.com https://www.papyrus-uk.org https://www.samaritans.org - Tel 116 123 Dr Asad Khan Links: https://linktr.ee/doctorasadkhan?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&Itsid=37c3e9a1-c15d-40d5-ab31-a9ef41b92ca4 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorasadkhan Twitter: https://twitter.com/doctorasadkhan
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of talking with the founder and CEO of The Visible App, Harry Leeming. If you haven’t downloaded the app the link is below, after listening to the podcast I am sure you will want to have this useful tool. Harry explains the app, how it monitors the HRV (heart rate variability) and HR (heart rate) along with self reported information. The app can then provide information and a pattern which can support you to understand when the body is at baseline, under stress or at risk of being under stress, which is a great tool for identifying potential crashes/relapse. Allowing the user to adapt, pace and try to avoid crashes/relapse. Harry explains the app is constantly being improved and added to and gives an insight into the future of Visible. Which is exciting, you will definitely want to hear the future plans. Harry also shares his own journey with long covid and how this led to the development of the App. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always take care. See you on the next podcast. Harry’s links: https://www.instagram.com/visible.health/ https://twitter.com/visible_health https://twitter.com/HarryLeeming http://makevisible.com/blog
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This episode of the podcast was difficult to record. I worked so hard to achieve my nursing qualification with the aim to work and look after patients within the NHS. I had aspirations, aims to continuously develop my nursing knowledge and experience. To deliver optimum care and support to patients and their families. Facing a pandemic may have been unprecedented times however this does not excuse the ill prepared approach that was undertaken from the onset. The risk placed upon so many frontline workers, people lost their lives and millions now live with a long term disability/condition. That is only one part of the journey, as subsequently those very frontline workers including myself are losing their jobs. This is not being reported freely, the treatment of NHS staff, carers and other frontline workers is underhand and inexcusable. I am aware while under contract workers are muted, however I have lost my job, I no longer have a contract (or an income) so I am no longer muted. I speak openly about my journey to losing my job, the lack of support or empathy. I repeat several times because it is relevant, I was made redundant, we are 50k nurses short in the UK and I lost my job, without good reason. The irony is also in my job title, Nursing recruitment project lead, it is incomprehensible. I hope you find this episode useful, please share far and wide so we can highlight what is going on within the workforce. Even if it saves one person from losing their job and educates employers that is worthwhile. As always, thank you for listening and take care. https://amp.thegaurdian.com/society/2023/mar/26/nhs-england-staff-shortages-could-exceed-570000-by-2036-study-finds https://www.nursingtimes.net/news/global-nursing/nurse-shortage-branded-a-global-health-emergency-23-03-2023/
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I discuss the term "brain fog" and if this is appropriate when talking about neurological impairment in Long Covid. I discuss research and two papers which explain neurological complications with Long Covid and other post viral conditions. Cognitive dysfunction is scary, experiencing the loss of words, forgetting full conversations, moments in your life. Cognitive dysfunction effects many of our systems and evokes a multitude of associated symptoms. I also discuss how cognitive impairment is often suggested by medical professionals, as being a mental health condition, anxiety/depression rather than being acknowledged as cognitive dysfunction. This is detrimental to any treatment or therapies required for either/or cognitive dysfunction or mental health. It is imperative that further research is undertaken, and medical professionals have extended training, on the multi complex condition Long Covid is and how to appropriately address and treat the associated symptoms that effect the person, physically, cognitively, emotionally and mentally. I hope you enjoy this podcast and always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
It is a privilege to have a guest join me on the podcast; Oonagh Cousins is a professional athlete living with Long Covid. Oonagh made the difficult decision during Christmas 2022 to retire from her rowing career and from her place on the British rowing team. Oonagh talks openly with me about her journey with Long Covid, the impact of her symptoms and trying to rehab with her old club ULBC before rejoining the British rowing team in September 2020. We talk about the sterotypes of Long Covid and the difference in Oonagh's experience, due to her being an athlete. Oonagh talks openly about her Long Covid journey, and her loss and the experience of loss everyone has in different ways with Long Covid. Oonagh talks about her return to exercise following a year and a half of rest and recovery, Oonagh explained her return to exercise was not graded exercise and she worked with a physiologist to workout what was possible. Unfortunately Oonagh was then diagnosed with Dysautonomia and eventually she experienced a relapse. We talk about Oonagh's decision to leave her rowing career and her thoughts for the future among much more. I thank Oonagh for joining me on the podcast and hope you enjoy this episode, as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode I am fortunate to have a guest; David Osborn is a health and safety consultant. David specialist area is hazardous substances, he became involved with health and safety concerned with the pandemic in January 2021, in the middle of the second wave, David is involved with the covid public inquiry through being a member of the Covid airborne transmission alliance (CATA). David and I talk about PPE (personal protective equipment) what this is and what it is not, the difference between FFP3 mask and alternatives versus a basic surgical mask, which David explains is not PPE. We discuss the lack of RIDDOR (Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations) completed in the work place for frontline workers being infected by the virus. David has completed a blog which includes a form that can be completed and sent to your employer to request a RIDDOR is completed, David explains this is not time limited and therefore this can still be done and would help those living with Long Covid for any future support, David likens this to the armed forces compensation scheme. You can find the link to this below and is worth completing. We discuss CATA involvement with the covid and inquiry and much more. I hope this is a useful podcast, as always please take care.
This blog contains the documents David discussed which can be completed to raise a RIDDOR and also send to your local MP:
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode, I have a lovely guest, Shannon is a secondary school teacher from Perth, Western Australia. Shannon was working in an Australian university when she fell under the government vaccine mandate during the pandemic. Subsequently Shannon had an adverse reaction to the vaccine, and for the last 14 months has been living with vaccine injury induced Long Covid. Shannon has had to give up her dream job, losing her work contracts and permanent job role. Shannon has a two year old daughter and has struggled to maintain some normality in her family life, for her young daughter, Shannon has a very supportive husband but misses the life she once knew. Shannon has researched and searched to find treatments, therapeutics and/or support to help improve her health. Finding solitude within support groups and my podcast. Shannon speaks openly abut the vaccine mandate and how this made her feel, the medical gaslighting she has experienced since her vaccine injury and the lack of empathy following the acute phase of illness. Shannon wanted to be a guest on the podcast to raise awareness of vaccine injury and be a voice for those who feel silenced. I thank Shannon, and hope this episode is impactful and helpful, as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I discuss rest and restorative rest, what is the difference. Did you know that there are 7 types of rest? I didn't! well, definitely not pre Long Covid. I didn't understand what restorative rest was never mind the varying types that we need to maintain equilibrium. I talk about how many of us spend so much time burning energy but not restoring that energy, minds working overtime, screen time, overworking ourselves, physically, mentally or emotionally. Now, Long Covid has slowed me down, certainly physically but does that mean I get restorative rest? the short answer is no. Lack of restorative rest impacts on our ability to preserve energy, implement effective pacing and could impact on the cycle of crash and relapse (boom/bust). This is very different for each individual and definitely not a cure, but having restorative rest can have the potential to help with our varying symptoms and help with some improvement in quality of life. I hope this episode of the podcast is useful, thank you for all of the wonderful messages, and as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I discuss my Long Covid treatment and medical professional input from acute covid to the treatment I am having to date. I started treatment 6 months ago and I explain more about this and reflect upon my journey to getting to this point. Like many I have been unable to access any appropriate treatment or medical professional input via the NHS, this does seem to be a postcode lottery and Long Covid clinics I am advised more often then not are not fit for purpose. My experience with the Long Covid clinic in my area took 2 years to access, was brief and inappropriate, I discuss this on the episode. I talk about using my medical knowledge to manage my symptoms and to support getting a referral to cardiology and gaining a diagnosis of POTS. I explain how meeting Dr Binita Kane and interviewing her for the podcast opened a door for me to access treatment via the private sector route. I have now been on treatment for 6 months. I also discuss how this journey and following losing my NHS job has led me to have the opportunity to work alongside Dr Binita Kane, to find out more listen to this episode, as always please take care.
Contact for Private, Long Covid Clinic: Dr Binita Kane and Julie Taylor longcovidclinic@howellmedical.co.uk Paper inclusive of Dr Asad Khan and Prof Pretorius et al Long Covid: Pathophysiological factors and abnormalities of coagulation https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/s1043276023000553
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I discuss making peace with a long term condition, how do you do that? have I made peace with mine? Why is making peace important, what value does that bring to your life? I discuss my feelings, my anger towards the Government the NHS and the psychologising of Long Covid, and how making peace with a long term condition does not mean accepting those things. I explain how peace can bring a better quality of life, living in the moment of where we are right now rather than where we have been or where we would like to be in the future. I talk about how gratitude helps me to have peace within myself however this does not over rule all of my varying emotions as having peace is allowing yourself to be truthful with how you feel as well as where you are physically, mentally and emotional in your journey. This episode may resonate with you, as always thank you for listening and as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I am grateful to welcome guest Dr Sarah Glynne. Many of you have contacted me regarding hormones and the peri menopause/menopause, asking if this is a subject I could cover along with an expert, so I am positive this is going to be a useful and interesting podcast to many of you. Dr Glynne and I discuss the link between covid 19 and hormone imbalance, we talk about the disruption in menstrual cycle and the onset of peri menopause and the menopause. The potential treatment and how this can elevate symptoms, Dr Glynne acknowledges the blurred lines between some of the symptoms of Long Covid and hormone imbalance however we discuss how any symptom relief is important and should be explored. Dr Glynne tackles the myths around HRT and the dated and misrepresented information on the use and risks of HRT. We discuss the menstrual cycle and disruption in cycle to females of all ages and what treatment options may be suitable. This is an informative and interesting episode which holds value to patients, healthcare professionals and anyone with an interest in hormone imbalance and covid 19/Long Covid. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast and as always take care. Links from this episode:
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I was lucky enough to chat with Gez Medinger, I appreciate Gez being a guest on this episode and sharing elements of his own Long Covid journey and much more. Those who are familiar with Gez will know he has done a great deal for the Long Covid /MECFS community, using his YouTube channel to raise awareness, while participating and leading on research and providing educational videos on Long Covid and post viral conditions . Gez has interviewed and worked with some of the worlds leading clinicians and regularly makes interviews and information available on his channel. The videos are educational and informative, if you have not watched them I have included the link in the show notes. We also discuss the book; The Long Covid Handbook, which Gez co wrote with Professor Danny Altmann and how the book encompasses Long Covid and everything that is known to date. This is available from Penguin health handbooks, the link is in the show notes from this episode. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast, as always thank you for listening and take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I am please to have another great guest join me, Reema Ahmad is a Neuro linguistics programming (NLP), trauma and relationship counsellor and also a life coach. Reema is also an author of the book; un-parenting: sharing awkward truths with curious kids and a two time guest for Ted talks. Reema has long covid, and talks openly with me on this episode, about her experience of having Long Covid in India. Reema is the sister of the fantastic, Dr Asad Khan and she explains how her brother helped and supported her, while managing his own journey with Long Covid. We also discuss, trauma, culture and how to consider the body, mind and soul and letting go. Reema talks openly around her own suicide attempt, how she approached this and used her experience to began to understand how important it is to accept help. Reema discusses how the physical, emotional and mental elements affect the body and how to be curious about your body. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I talk with guest Rachel Jessey who is the owner of BeNourished. Rachel has been in clinical practice for 13 years and over the last 3 years has been heavily involved in the long covid space. Rachel talks about how her interest developed in the oral, nasal and gut microbiome, and how her son was effected after being hospitalised with sepsis. Rachel discusses how the various species within the gut microbiome have important functions within the body and how when these are depleted they have an adverse effect on immune function. Rachel explains how the viral persistence from the gut systemically affects inflammation and platelets, and gives some information on what we can do to help our microbiome. We discuss vedicinals, current research and detox protocols that Rachel is involved in, and this research will be available soon. Rachel talks about the vagus nerve and its role within the body and how the vagus nerve can be supported along with other tips to help digestion and so much more. This is a really interesting and informative episode. I hope you enjoy the podcast, and as always thank you for listening and take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
After a run of amazing guests I find myself alone on the podcast today, I wanted to talk about the impact the past, present and future has on every day. A memory popped up on my social media, a picture of me pre Long Covid. I looked at the picture and remembered, it was a beautiful day, the fun I had with a good friend, the good food and drink, the laughs we had, and then I went off to the gym, and that was the selfie that I had captured, the picture evoked such strong feelings, memories of days gone by, and I felt loss, grief, anger and frustration. I really don't want to feel like that, but I understand we have to lean into all of our feelings. I tried to work through my feelings and revisited the picture several times. I started to feel gratitude for that day, for the memories, and I opened myself up to allow myself to take a gentle walk around other memories I have, and enjoy thinking of those. I wanted to share this and much more with you guys on the podcast today, as I feel embracing the past, present and future is important when you are working towards living your best life, with chronic illness. I hope you find this episode useful; as always please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
My guest today is Merel who is the choir master for the Long Covid Kids Choir. Merel talks about children with long covid and how they lack support and understanding from the wider society. Merel who lives with Long Covid herself wanted to find a way to support children with Long Covid, she contacted Long Covid Kids Charity to find out how she may be able to help and thereafter the Long Covid choir began. Merel explains how the children find a social element to the choir with peer to peer support, creating a social circle that the children can express themselves in and feel safe and understood. We also practice a breathing exercise (please join in with us, it is very therapeutic!). Merel and I discuss her own journey with Long Covid and the impact this journey has on all elements of life, Merel explains how gaslighting has caused a stigma and psychologising of people living with Long Covid and that she has taken comfort in her own part of the Long Covid kids choir. Children with Long Covid need recognising and have their voices heard, having the choir is a great platform for this, we decide during the podcast the children should aim to be Christmas number 1 and I hope the whole Long Covid community would support making this happen! This is a great episode and I hope to raise more awareness of children, their siblings and parents who are living with long covid. If you would like to know more about the choir or to join click on the link below. As always, one day at a time and please take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Many of you may have seen the news recently, headlines stating Robbie Williams had to stop a gig after only 3 songs; allegedly because he was exhausted and said, it is because he has Long Covid. The Long Covid community reached out online and showed support and care however shortly after this in a video interview, Robbie Williams allegedly stated he uses Long Covid "as a joke". Like many of the millions living with Long Covid, I did not find this "joke" funny at all. I actually think it highlights the misconception and poor education around Long Covid, and highlights the continued stigma of this disabling condition. I therefore wanted to discuss how actions such as this are not only hurtful but also harmful to the Long Covid community. I would not imagine any other long term disabling condition would have been used in such poor taste. I invite Robbie Williams to explain his alleged comments and offer to speak with him, to educate him on the impact Long Covid is having on millions of lives from children to adults and older adults, Long Covid certainly does not discriminate. We cannot control the actions of others but we can offer education and continue to raise awareness of Long Covid. I hope this episode is useful, please consider sharing and tag in Robbie Williams in the hope he can reflect on his alleged comments and actions and possibly apologise to the millions of people this has caused upset. As always, one day at a time, take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This is episode 79 of the podcast, I have recorded and brought the podcast to you guys every single week for the last 79 weeks. I am appreciative and grateful to everyone single person who has listened and shared the podcast, I also love receiving the lovely messages and comments from you guys, from all over the world. I have always said I want to reach, help and support as many people as possible, so please do keep sharing the podcast out. I have decided after 79 weeks, including Christmas Day! to take a little break and come back with episode 80 in a few weeks. This is a learning journey and I am learning the importance of taking time out and listening to the body, mind and soul. To date, I have had the privilege of talking with so many people, those living with Long Covid and those imparting their professional expertise. I hope you guys have found this helpful. I am reflecting on the importance of taking a rest, having some time out and I will return shortly with more episodes of the podcast. I would like to know your thoughts on whether the podcast remains weekly or I move to fortnightly or even monthly, please contact me to let me know your thoughts, also if you would like me to cover certain topics on the podcast, please let me know. I value and appreciate every listener of the podcast, see you in a few weeks. Take care Julie x
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This is episode 80! I am so pleased to have my fellow LCNMUK (Long Covid nurses and midwives UK) colleague and friend Kerry join me in this special episode. I am sorry the break I took turned into a longer one then I had intended, but as I am sure you understand that is the reality of living with Long Covid or any long term condition and elements of general life taking over. I hope you guys are looking forward to some more great guests in the coming weeks and months. I appreciate all of the messages of support and kindness. Today's episode is going to be a little different, as it is episode 80, the tables will be turned on me, as the interviewer becomes the interviewee (if that makes sense!) Kerry is going to put me in the hot seat as we discuss Long Covid, my break from the podcast, work and my aspirations for the future. The podcast will continue to come out on a Sunday however will now be every fortnight, please do get in touch with me on any of my social media platforms if there are any topics you would like me to cover. As always, thank you for joining me on the podcast, take care. #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I am talking with Jo Thomas personalised coach. Jo and I talk about holistic health and wellbeing, the importance of the medical model interlinked with emotional and mental health support along with therapies to achieve personal equilibrium. Jo explains how the autonomic nervous system is effected and how this impacts the body and fatigue. Jo uses her personal experiences, being a nurse who has experienced burn out as well as having her own long term condition diagnosis of POTS. We discuss how symptom managements can improve quality of life, and Jo gives her top 3 tips for managing fatigue and so much more in this episode. If you would like to contact Jo her information is in the links below. Thank you for listening to this episode of the podcast, as always take care. #onedayatatime.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this podcast I talk about anxiety and depression, the gaslighting, mental health and the autonomic nervous system. In this episode I discuss the importance of feeling able to talk about anxiety and depression and how this has an effect on our lives. I discuss how important mental health is, how it should not be made taboo or minimised. I talk about the autonomic nervous system and dysregulation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system . I explain how this has effected me and the symptoms I have experienced. I discuss how these symptoms can be managed and what helps me to stabilise my autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I am passionate about this subject as I do not think anxiety and depression should be minimised or made taboo. I hope this helps you guys to feel empowered to talk about your emotions, any anxiety and depression without fear of judgement. Please feel free to contact me vis my social platforms, details below. I hope you have the best day you can, as I always say, one day at a time.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I chat with Jo Bellingham, charity manager for POTS UK. Jo and I discuss the POTS UK charity and Jo explains what the charity does and how it supports people who are living with POTS. We discuss the treatment options for POTS which includes medications and lifestyle changes. POTS UK have a website which is full of evidenced based and supportive information, you will find useful links and information on any upcoming events from POTS UK. Jo also talks about the peer to peer support groups which are open to anyone and cover a variety of useful topics. You can also find POTS UK on YouTube, and subscribe to their channel which is full of useful information, short Yoga sessions and various webinars including the Long Covid sessions Jo mentions. I hope you find this a useful episode, as always one day at a time, take care
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
It is Christmas Eve 2023 and on this episode of the podcast I talk about creating healthy boundaries. What are healthy boundaries? how can we set and manage healthy boundaries in our lives? I discuss how important healthy boundaries are to support our health and wellbeing. How setting boundaries support open, honest and healthy relationships. I appreciate setting boundaries can be a challenge, we have expectations of ourselves and people have expectations of us! The expectations can often be unrealistic and this creates a risk of us over extending our energy envelope and risks a crash/relapse, having and maintaining healthy boundaries can reduce those expectations and avoid symptom exacerbation. I offer some tips and examples on setting some healthy boundaries, I hope you find this episode of the podcast useful, as always one day and a time and take care. Merry Christmas and I will see you in the new year!
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Happy new year to everyone, this is the first podcast of 2024 and I will be honest it has no structure at all, but then that was the point! I wanted to talk today about how not everything is or can be structured, how the general consensus is "new year new me", but that is not always realistic and just becomes an added pressure and expectation. I explain how I have reflected on many things recently, I look at social media like anyone else, and see the wonderful experiences and beautiful pictures they post, and while I am not disrespecting that I am also being realistic that this is not a consistent reality. Life is not linear and when it moves in a completely different direction to what you thought or had planned it is challenging, it is traumatic and while it can be helpful to look forward to what might be possible, it is so important to allow personal grief. This may include anger, frustration, upset etc and that is ok, it's a normal reaction. I explain how gaslighting has prevented many people from feeling able to explore the emotional impact living with a physical health long term condition. The bottom line of this episode is, we are all perfectly imperfect and I appreciate how much I have learnt, the support I have received and I hope I can continue with the podcast and make sure nobody feels alone #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I discuss invisible disability, and how a Ted talk I recently had sent to my inbox, had such an impact on me. I watched the Ted talk and could relate to Dr Amrita Sen Mutherjee experience of living with her own invisible disability. I resonated with her experience of having her condition diagnosed, and the subsequent impact to her life, family life and career. UK Parliament estimate 70 to 80% of disability is invisible, which made me consider why invisibility is still fuelled with stigma, judgement and disregard, this appears to be historic and although experienced by people with Long Covid, would appear to effect many people living with invisible disability. I don't have the answer to the "why" however I do feel we can collectively, the advocacy groups, charities and individual advocates can continue to raise awareness, educate and make the invisible, visible. The aim of this podcast is to open conversation about invisible disability, its short but relevant #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Over the last couple of weeks you may have seen in the news, Dr Fearnley and the group she co-founded Long Covid Doctors for action; If not, these are a group of doctors who have come together to take action against the NHS negligent work place exposure. They are being represented by Bond Turner. Today, I am fortunate to be able to talk with Kevin Digby, a partner at GA Solicitors, just to make clear this is a completely separate legal firm to Bond Turner. However Kevin explains, GA Solicitors have been supporting and representing healthcare workers, due to the negligent exposure for the last couple of years, and are quite far on in this process. Kevin and I discuss what this means for healthcare workers and others in a Q&A, covering how this process works, who it covers, what it means for those effected, appropriate PPE and dispelling myths around timescale for raising a claim. This is an interesting and informative episode, should you wish to speak with Kevin or find out more information please use the links below. Thank you for joining me on today's podcast as always #onedayatatime, Take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast, I am grateful to have two fantastic guests join me, Professor Louise Cummings is a professor at the Hong Kong polytechnic university, she conducts research on language and communication disorders and is the author and editor of over 20 books in this area. Kerry Davies is a returning guest, a fellow advocate and nurse who lives with Long Covid and the language and communication disorders associated. We discuss language and communications disorders, the research Louise is undertaking, how communication effects the person, their working life, personal life and how adaptations can support an effective return to work. We discuss the research Louise has undertaken to date, her findings and ongoing research in this area. I hope you enjoy this episode, take care and as always #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I talk with Kevin Digby and Rachel Hext following the High court hearing on the 6th March 2024. Kevin is a partner at GA Solicitors and is representing nearly 70 healthcare workers with Long Covid taking the NHS and other employers to court. Many healthcare workers are living with the disabling consequences of Long Covid after working on the frontline, with inadequate, incorrect or no PPE (personal protective equipment). We discuss the day in court and the outcome from the 6th March 2024, Kevin explains what this means going forward and what can be expected from the hearing in October 2024. Rachel explains how she felt being in the court that day, why she advocates for herself and others with Long Covid, we touch upon her experience with the media and both positive and negative public opinion. I asked Kevin if it is too late for other healthcare workers to contact him, he explains it is not and why, please use the details below if you would like to contact Kevin. A huge thank you to Kevin and Rachel, and thank you for listening to the podcast, as always #onedayatatime, take care.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
As requested by those of you who follow me on social media, in this episode of the podcast I am sharing my experience so far, of using a fitted vagus nerve stimulator (VNS). I have aimed to answer all of the questions you guys asked me. I have given some information on the VNS, how it is fitted, what it does and how I am finding it at this point, including any symptom improvement. I touch upon alternatives for stimulating the vagus nerve and what the suggested benefits are with using vagus nerve stimulation. I feel positive, and I hope this episode of the podcast is useful for you. As always #onedayatatime take care, see you on the next podcast. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In today's episode of the podcast I talk with my son Alexander. Alexander and I were talking some time ago, and he explained to me this concept of "safe space" which he had been thinking about. He explained he was developing and applying this to everyday life, but specifically to the salon he works in. He currently works at Rebecca Dickinson's salon in Bawtry; RD hair, body and soul; Alexander talks about how he wants to make sure the salon he works in is accessible to all, considering physical, emotional and mental health. We discuss how he is the "safe space" for his clients and the salon environment and his colleagues are his "safe space". We talk about adaptations, accessibility, future plans and opportunities and how other services could implement safe space for inclusion and so much more. This is an inspiring podcast and I thank my son for joining me. As always #onedayatatime take care, see you on the next podcast.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I talk with Jess, the founder of the Turnto app, and Ally from Turnto Long Covid. Jess shares her inspiration for the Turnto app and her personal journey with her son who has a rare form of cerebral palsy, and the challenges navigating health care services and trying to find treatment and support (and what a journey!!). Jess explains how this has led to the development of the Turnto app. We discuss the reason for the app, the content and the resources within the app. I also talk with Ally, who lives with Long Covid, she explains her journey and how she connected with Jess, and the ongoing development and the upcoming release of the Turnto app for Long Covid, and also the app for ME/CFS. This is an innovative app, and more is explained on the podcast, you can join the waiting list to be one of the first to access this FREE app, links are below. *Disclaimer, I have no affiliation with the app* As always, thank you for listening to the podcast #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
On this episode of the podcast I chat to freelance writer and editor A. K. Davidson. We talk about her book; Poetry for life and other chronic conditions, which is due out on the 6th June, the link to pre order the book can be found below. Anna talks about her journey and experiences with acute and Long Covid, and how she now feels recovered, in a slower more thoughtful pace of life. We discuss how Anna put pen to paper to create these short and thoughtful poems, she admits this was not something she enjoyed while studying at university, however has found a source of therapy in being able to express her feelings while living with a chronic illness. As always thank you for listening to the podcast #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast, I talk about reaching the 4 year mark of living with Long Covid. I don't like to acknowledge this as an anniversary but I wanted to acknowledge the time that has passed, and what I have learnt along the way. It is strange how 4 years is such a long time, and in one way it has felt like the longest time ever! and the other has me questioning 'where have those years gone?' This is a reflection of the last 4 years and I wanted to acknowledge that, and the impact it has had/has on those we love the most. I think it's important to consider how much life has changed and how hard that is sometimes, but I also wanted to acknowledge how much we learn, and evolve, the resilience and hope. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast; please feel free to contact me if you would like me to discuss a particular topic or if you would like to be a guest on the podcast. Take care, see you on the next podcast #onedayatatime.
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast, I have returning guest Rachel Hext. Rachel and I talk ahead of the UK general election, we discuss the floors, failings and ongoing issues around the pandemic, clean air and PPE. Rachel talks about her advocacy work including being part of media interviews and Panorama, and specifically Keyworker petition. She recalls the groups day at number 10 delivering their petition, the impact of this and support from certain MP's. We reflect ahead of the general election on the doorstep clapping at number 10 and the infamous WhatsApp messages and documents relating to Long Covid. This podcast is filled with broad and relevant discussions, from children, clean air, teachers, retail workers, disability, gaslighting and so much more. As always thank you for listening to the podcast #onedayatatime
Links from todays episode: APPG on coronavirus- report Dec 2020
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I am grateful to speak with Gary and Karen, they talk with me openly about their acute and Long Covid journey as a married couple. We discuss how long covid impacts life and "the person we once was", Karen reads an impacting piece she wrote through a creative writing group titled "The goldfish bowl". I am sure this will resonate with many. Gary and Karen have been involved with fund raising and their local community pre pandemic and although things have changed for them, their kind and supportive hearts have led them to running an online and now also face to face Long Covid support group in their local area, listen to find out more, thank you so much to both Gary and Karen for joining me #onedayatatime
Karen and Gary have said “Although we hold the group for people who live on the Fylde coast, as we know how the local clinics and referrals work, others are welcome to join”
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
In this episode of the podcast I talk with a fantastic returning guest Rachel Jessey. We talk about all things gut related and the microbiome, Rachel explains how these can be effected by the Circadian rhythm and also how and what we can do to help support a "healthy gut". Listen to Rachel talk about a study that supports the thought process that the circadian rhythm is an important factor for gut health. Rachel explains how important the cortisol is within this rhythm, we expand on how the Cortisol can be low in people with Long Covid/post viral conditions. We discuss symptoms challenges and how treatment that we may need has an adverse effect on the gut, but what can we do about it? Rachel shares some little nuggets that may be able help counterbalance those effects. We briefly touch on faecal implant and this will be expanded on in a later podcast! Rachel has an educational course available; HIT and MCAS Masterclass, the links for this are below. As always thank you for listening to the podcast, #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
Following on from the last episode of the podcast, as promised this is part 2 with Rachel Jessey from Benourised. We continue and expand on the short conversation we had at the end of the last episode on faecal implant, Rachel has so much knowledge and this is a really interesting topic. We also talk about the circadian rhythm and how we can reset this rhythm which supports the natural absorption of vitamin D, sleep, digestion and more. I explain what I put into practice during my recent holiday and what the impact this has had , listen to this episode of the podcast to find out more. Rachel talks about the benefit of natural light thinking about the full spectrum of light, sunrise and sunset. Rachel and I talk about the different severities of chronic conditions and how we can support and meet patients where they are in their journey, and what benefits this can have. We touch upon the benefit of red light and will have a part 3 to this podcast to discuss this in more detail. This is another podcast filled with lots of information, I really appreciate Rachel joining me. As always thank you for listening to the podcast #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
This is part 3 of the short series of podcasts with the wonderful Rachel Jessey from Benourished. Rachel has so much knowledge and experience which is why we have discussed several interrelated topics over the 3 podcasts. In this episode we focus on disrupted sleep, the process of natural melatonin and cortisol to support and regulate the sleep pattern and the wake pattern in correlation with the circadian rhythm. We talk about natural light vs artificial light to support people who are bed bound or light sensitive, meeting the person where they are with their chronic illness. Rachel and I discuss the benefits of introducing light during sunrise to release the natural cortisol triggering the healthy cortisol awakening response. Rachel explains how having mobile phones and wearing smart watches during the night causes sleep disruption, this is because they are all connected to the wifi and emit electromagnetic frequencies, these can destabilise electrons, she explains how if you have MCAS the electrons are already destabilised. We discuss the importance of food for energy and the cortisol levels and avoid low blood sugar levels which takes the body into "fight or flight". Have a listen to the podcast to find out so much more.
Thank you so much for listening, as always take care #onedayatatime
My Links: Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information
Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you https://turnto.ai/download?utm_source=link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=livinglongcovidpodcast
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