WOUB Public Media
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“Long Covid”
“Long Covid”
“Long Covid”
Wednesday 9th April 2025
Janet Golden shares her experience with Long Covid and highlights the importance of vaccinations in preventing chronic illness.
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Episode Overview
- Janet Golden shares her personal journey with Long Covid.
- She discusses the severe migraines she experienced post-Covid.
- The episode highlights the role of vaccinations in preventing chronic illnesses.
- Medical Botox is explored as a treatment for chronic migraines.
- The connection between acute infections and long-term health conditions is emphasized.
Being free of pain is wonderful, is what I'll say.
Janet Golden, a professor emerita of history at Rutgers University, shares her journey with Long Covid in this episode of Lifespan. After contracting a mild case of Covid-19 post-vaccination, Janet experienced severe and persistent migraines, which she eventually connected to Long Covid. Her story sheds light on the chronic pain and the challenges of finding effective treatments, including her use of medical Botox to manage the pain.
The episode underscores the importance of vaccinations in preventing both acute and chronic illnesses. Janet's experience also highlights the interconnectedness of infectious diseases and long-term health conditions, urging listeners to stay vigilant about their health. If you're curious about the lingering effects of Covid-19 and the importance of comprehensive healthcare, this episode is a must-listen.