IBD Patients Like Eric Prompt More Questions About COVID-19
My Covid Story: I began to feel ill the night of my eighth birthday. Less than a month later, I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. Having just barely finished second
My Covid Story
Everyday People with Everyday Advice
Through people’s stories of recovery from COVID-19, we hope that you’ll see yourself, relating to what has been hard about this public health experience, but also finding comfort, camaraderie, and inspiration. The COVID-19 recovery story spans all aspects of our lives — health, social, and economic. Each is intertwined with the other. The stories shared here are about real, everyday people. They reflect honesty and humility. From that authenticity, a sense of positivity and hope emerge.
There is no doubt that this experience has been hard for all of us. Since the discovery of COVID-19, much has required shifting and changing to our regular, everyday lives; and much has been revealed about our societal ills and inequities. Now, let’s strive to revamp and revitalize, not simply return and restore.
As we recover, individually and collectively, the reflections shared here are intended to spark consideration of what is possible as well as creative ideas of ways to get there. Often, that inspiration comes in simple, unexpected forms.
Yasmina’s First Day Vaccinating Reminds us Healthcare Workers are Human
My Covid Story: Throughout the pandemic, healthcare workers have been lauded as unsung heroes — rightly so. At the same time, they are human and have experienced many of the
Isolated Elderly and Stir-Crazy Teens Form Real Bonds, Virtually
My Covid Story Older adults are at high risk for severe consequences from COVID-19. While this necessitates self-isolation to help mitigate spread and reduce their chances of contraction, the ensuing
Long-Haul COVID: We Need to Do Better
Symptoms from COVID-19 can last many weeks, even months, and manifest in strange and unexpected ways. In Britain, the National Health Services (NHS) has formed clinics for long-covid, as they
COVID Poses Unique Challenges for International Students, Minseo Reflects
My Covid Story: Minseo shares her story as an international boarding student from South Korea at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Early on, when things looked worse in her
Teen Initiatives During COVID-19: Young Adults Support Their Communities
My Covid Story As the pandemic spread, forcing schools and businesses to close in April, two teenagers in Massachusetts found themselves with time on their hands and a pressing urge
Lifelong Dream and Art Store Nearly Destroyed by Pandemic
My Covid Story: In the writing of Margaret’s story, Congress continues to debate another much needed round of government support. The House passed a second Coronavirus, Aid, Relief, and Economic
Controlling Coronavirus in Tight Living Quarters
My Covid Story Facilities with people living in close quarters are at high risk of spreading infection rapidly to one another, including COVID-19. Nursing homes, prisons, shelters, and dormitories share
How has COVID-19 impacted your life and those with whom you’re close?
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