“Long Covid”

“Long Covid”

Lifespan: Stories of Illness, Accident, and Recovery

Janet Golden discusses her experience with Long Covid and the severe migraines she endured, highlighting the importance of vaccinations in preventing chronic illness.

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24:229 Apr 2025

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Living with Long Covid: Janet Golden's Story

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.

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