PHEC 401: Navigating the Long COVID Journey, With Brooke Keaton

In this episode, Dr. Huntley interviews Brooke Keaton, who shares her personal journey with long COVID. Brooke discusses her background in education and social services, her experience contracting COVID-19, and the subsequent challenges she faced with long COVID symptoms. The conversation highlights the importance of awareness and support for those affected by long COVID, as well as the need for a compassionate healthcare approach. In this conversation, Brooke Keaton shares her personal journey with long COVID, discussing the mental health challenges, chronic pain, and the impact on her daily life. She emphasizes the importance of community support and advocacy, particularly for BIPOC individuals who are often underrepresented in research. The discussion highlights the need for awareness and understanding of long COVID, as well as the significance of support systems in navigating these challenges.

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