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]]> false covid:aid covidaidcharity@gmail.com 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 covid-matters episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/undefined/1620886910819-375acbe7839a7c8222e2fc2541f1d4e6.jpeg https://covidaidcharity.org/ Covid Matters How charity Fifth Sense is offering Long Covid guidance, support, and hope for those with post-viral smell and taste loss How charity Fifth Sense is offering Long Covid guidance, support, and hope for those with post-viral smell and taste loss Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:00:26 GMT 36:18 62ebf0ef645107001779fd16 false https://covidaidcharity.org/advice-and-information/fifth-sense-long-covid-smell-taste-loss-disorder 62ebf0ef645107001779fd16 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 how-charity-fifth-sense-is-offering-long-covid-guidance-supp full In the latest episode of our Covid Matters podcast, we spoke to Duncan Boak; founder and CEO of the smell and taste disorder charity Fifth Sense. We learned from Duncan how Fifth Sense is helping people whose sense of smell and/or taste has changed since having Covid-19. He also provided insights into the charity’s background and wider work, and explained some of the science of how a virus affects odour detection.


Duncan shared his own story of losing his sense of smell following an accident where he sustained a head injury. Although it’s known that physical trauma to the head can damage smell or taste sensation, Duncan found that health professionals lacked knowledge about his condition, or about any treatment options that there were. He also found some people to be dismissive of his loss, downplaying the impact that it had upon various aspects of his life. His journey led to him setting up Fifth Sense in 2012, with the aim to provide support and advice for those affected by an absent – or reduced – sense of smell, and to educate people about the reality of living with those changes.


In the podcast, Duncan highlights some of these challenges, learned from his own lived experiences as well as from the Fifth Sense community that he has helped to bring together. For example, losing what is, as Duncan points out, “one of the five ways in which we connect with the world around us” can reduce peoples’ enjoyment of food and drink, resulting in them eating less and consequently losing weight. This, in turn, can lead to inadequate nutrition. A changed relationship with food can impact mental health and social eating, and if a food or drink that brought particular pleasure now tastes unappetising, a grief process may be triggered. The lack of awareness of, and empathy for, the effects of not being able to smell can mean that those affected suffer in silence, feeling isolated and alone. For those with Long Covid, there are typically other symptoms that they are also having to contend with.


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]]> In the latest episode of our Covid Matters podcast, we spoke to Duncan Boak; founder and CEO of the smell and taste disorder charity Fifth Sense. We learned from Duncan how Fifth Sense is helping people whose sense of smell and/or taste has changed since having Covid-19. He also provided insights into the charity’s background and wider work, and explained some of the science of how a virus affects odour detection.


Duncan shared his own story of losing his sense of smell following an accident where he sustained a head injury. Although it’s known that physical trauma to the head can damage smell or taste sensation, Duncan found that health professionals lacked knowledge about his condition, or about any treatment options that there were. He also found some people to be dismissive of his loss, downplaying the impact that it had upon various aspects of his life. His journey led to him setting up Fifth Sense in 2012, with the aim to provide support and advice for those affected by an absent – or reduced – sense of smell, and to educate people about the reality of living with those changes.


In the podcast, Duncan highlights some of these challenges, learned from his own lived experiences as well as from the Fifth Sense community that he has helped to bring together. For example, losing what is, as Duncan points out, “one of the five ways in which we connect with the world around us” can reduce peoples’ enjoyment of food and drink, resulting in them eating less and consequently losing weight. This, in turn, can lead to inadequate nutrition. A changed relationship with food can impact mental health and social eating, and if a food or drink that brought particular pleasure now tastes unappetising, a grief process may be triggered. The lack of awareness of, and empathy for, the effects of not being able to smell can mean that those affected suffer in silence, feeling isolated and alone. For those with Long Covid, there are typically other symptoms that they are also having to contend with.


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]]> How These Four Walls reveals the scale and impact of Covid-19 Grief and Bereavement How These Four Walls reveals the scale and impact of Covid-19 Grief and Bereavement Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:00:01 GMT 45:03 62d7c38294dae000128c5067 false https://covidaidcharity.org/covid-matters-podcast 62d7c38294dae000128c5067 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 these-four-walls full In the latest Covid Matters podcast, covid:aid discussed the short film These Four Walls, which presented stories around grief and bereavement during the Covid pandemic. We were joined on the podcast by Ellie Harrison, the writer and director of These Four Walls, as well as the film’s principal investigators: Dr Lucy Selman from the University of Bristol, and Dr Emily Harrop from Cardiff University. Both Lucy and Emily are social scientists by background and work in palliative care with a particular interest in grief and bereavement. Lucy is also the founding director of the Good Grief Festival, which hosts free talks, webinars, workshops and other events that provide space for conversations around bereavement and loss, as well as building a supportive grief community. 


Ellie is an artist and activist whose work includes The Grief Series: a sequence of seven projects that present and explore ideas around grief, each one produced in collaboration with another artist as well as with community engagement. This project, the Good Grief Festival, and These Four Walls all aim to create safe and welcoming spaces for the stories and feelings that people have around loss and bereavement to be heard in. In the podcast, Ellie talks about the need that she feels there is for people to be able to do this in a way that validates, normalises, and offers comfort to peoples’ grief journeys.


  • You can watch These Four Walls here.
  • The Good Grief Festival website has other resources, articles, and news about courses and events on its journal page.
  • Covid:aid has a dedicated grief and bereavement section on its website, as well as a Grief Chat option if you’re needing advice and support.
  • Cruse is a charity that has been providing support and information around bereavement for over 60 years. They also have a free helpline available seven days a week.
  • You may also find these resources from Mind, and this NHS page useful if you, or someone you know, have experienced a bereavement.

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]]> In the latest Covid Matters podcast, covid:aid discussed the short film These Four Walls, which presented stories around grief and bereavement during the Covid pandemic. We were joined on the podcast by Ellie Harrison, the writer and director of These Four Walls, as well as the film’s principal investigators: Dr Lucy Selman from the University of Bristol, and Dr Emily Harrop from Cardiff University. Both Lucy and Emily are social scientists by background and work in palliative care with a particular interest in grief and bereavement. Lucy is also the founding director of the Good Grief Festival, which hosts free talks, webinars, workshops and other events that provide space for conversations around bereavement and loss, as well as building a supportive grief community. 


Ellie is an artist and activist whose work includes The Grief Series: a sequence of seven projects that present and explore ideas around grief, each one produced in collaboration with another artist as well as with community engagement. This project, the Good Grief Festival, and These Four Walls all aim to create safe and welcoming spaces for the stories and feelings that people have around loss and bereavement to be heard in. In the podcast, Ellie talks about the need that she feels there is for people to be able to do this in a way that validates, normalises, and offers comfort to peoples’ grief journeys.


  • You can watch These Four Walls here.
  • The Good Grief Festival website has other resources, articles, and news about courses and events on its journal page.
  • Covid:aid has a dedicated grief and bereavement section on its website, as well as a Grief Chat option if you’re needing advice and support.
  • Cruse is a charity that has been providing support and information around bereavement for over 60 years. They also have a free helpline available seven days a week.
  • You may also find these resources from Mind, and this NHS page useful if you, or someone you know, have experienced a bereavement.

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]]> Speaking to Mind: the effects of Covid-19 on Mental Health, and how to deal with anxiety, loneliness, and other issues Speaking to Mind: the effects of Covid-19 on Mental Health, and how to deal with anxiety, loneliness, and other issues Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:30:42 GMT 34:58 62c5850fbf4e76001446a801 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/mind 62c5850fbf4e76001446a801 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 mind full Covid Aid spoke to Kerry McLeod, Head of Information Content, and Amy-Louise Murray, Information Officer at Mind, to find out more about the mental health charity, before answering questions from the Covid Aid Support Community around anxiety, loneliness, and coping with the persistent effects of Long Covid.


Links from Mind


  • Anxiety and panic attacks – Explains anxiety and panic attacks, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family
  • Bereavement - Provides information on bereavement, where to go for support, and suggestions for helping yourself and others through grief
  • Coronavirus and mental health - The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic is affecting all our lives. Many of us are struggling with how it's affecting ourselves and our loved ones. Those of us living with mental health problems are facing extra challenges too. Here you'll find reliable information and tips to help you cope
  • Depression - Information about depression, its symptoms and possible causes, and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips on caring for yourself, and guidance for friends and family
  • Seeking help for a mental health problem – A guide to taking the first steps, making empowered decisions and getting the right support for you


Mind's support services


Mind’s Infoline: 0300 123 3393

Mind's Infoline provides an information and signposting service, and is open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).

You can ask about:

  • mental health problems
  • where to get help near you
  • treatment options
  • advocacy services


Legal line: 0300 466 6463

Email: legal@mind.org.uk ~

Post: Mind Legal line, PO Box 75225, London, E15 9FS

Mind's Legal line provides legal information and general advice on mental health related law. It's open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays)

Ask about:

  • being detained under the Mental Health Act (sectioning)
  • mental capacity
  • community care
  • discrimination and equality.


Side by Side

  • Side by Side is a supportive online community

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]]> Covid Aid spoke to Kerry McLeod, Head of Information Content, and Amy-Louise Murray, Information Officer at Mind, to find out more about the mental health charity, before answering questions from the Covid Aid Support Community around anxiety, loneliness, and coping with the persistent effects of Long Covid.


Links from Mind


  • Anxiety and panic attacks – Explains anxiety and panic attacks, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family
  • Bereavement - Provides information on bereavement, where to go for support, and suggestions for helping yourself and others through grief
  • Coronavirus and mental health - The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic is affecting all our lives. Many of us are struggling with how it's affecting ourselves and our loved ones. Those of us living with mental health problems are facing extra challenges too. Here you'll find reliable information and tips to help you cope
  • Depression - Information about depression, its symptoms and possible causes, and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips on caring for yourself, and guidance for friends and family
  • Seeking help for a mental health problem – A guide to taking the first steps, making empowered decisions and getting the right support for you


Mind's support services


Mind’s Infoline: 0300 123 3393

Mind's Infoline provides an information and signposting service, and is open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays).

You can ask about:

  • mental health problems
  • where to get help near you
  • treatment options
  • advocacy services


Legal line: 0300 466 6463

Email: legal@mind.org.uk ~

Post: Mind Legal line, PO Box 75225, London, E15 9FS

Mind's Legal line provides legal information and general advice on mental health related law. It's open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except for bank holidays)

Ask about:

  • being detained under the Mental Health Act (sectioning)
  • mental capacity
  • community care
  • discrimination and equality.


Side by Side

  • Side by Side is a supportive online community

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]]> <![CDATA[Women's Budget Group: Calling for a care-led Covid recovery]]> Thu, 12 May 2022 06:30:05 GMT 35:24 627ac7c907897900158338a3 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/womens-budget-group-calling-for-a-care-led-covid-recovery 627ac7c907897900158338a3 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 womens-budget-group-calling-for-a-care-led-covid-recovery Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson full 25 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, Director of the Women's Budget Group. We invited Mary-Ann onto the podcast to discuss how gender-based financial inequalities were exacerbated as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and what that means for Covid recovery in the UK.


The Women's Budget Group is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that monitors the impact of government policies on men and women. They comprise a network of leading academic researchers, policy experts and campaigners whose vision is of a caring economy that promotes equality.


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Follow Dr Mary-Ann on Twitter @maryanncv8


Visit the Women's Budget Group website at https://wbg.org.uk/ or on Twitter @WomensBudgetGrp


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/ where you can also join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impacts of Covid-19.

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, Director of the Women's Budget Group. We invited Mary-Ann onto the podcast to discuss how gender-based financial inequalities were exacerbated as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and what that means for Covid recovery in the UK.


The Women's Budget Group is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that monitors the impact of government policies on men and women. They comprise a network of leading academic researchers, policy experts and campaigners whose vision is of a caring economy that promotes equality.


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Follow Dr Mary-Ann on Twitter @maryanncv8


Visit the Women's Budget Group website at https://wbg.org.uk/ or on Twitter @WomensBudgetGrp


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/ where you can also join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impacts of Covid-19.

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]]> Economy 2030 Inquiry: Long-term Impacts of the Pandemic on the UK Labour Market Economy 2030 Inquiry: Long-term Impacts of the Pandemic on the UK Labour Market Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:30:00 GMT 32:30 62602d0d4e211c001388ff28 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/economy-2030-inquiry-impacts-of-pandemic-on-uk-labour-market 62602d0d4e211c001388ff28 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 economy-2030-inquiry-impacts-of-pandemic-on-uk-labour-market Daniel Tomlinson, Resolution Foundation full 24 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Daniel Tomlinson, a Senior Economist at the Resolution Foundation, currently working on the Economy 2030 Inquiry. We invited Dan onto the podcast to discuss a report published in November 2021 by the Resolution Foundation which looks at the permanent implications of Covid-19 for the UK’s labour market.


We talk about changes to our working behaviours observed as a result of the pandemic and how these might affect smaller businesses; how to support people out of work due to Long Covid and; what a successful policy for the job market in the year ahead should look like.


The Resolution Foundation is an independent think-tank focused on improving living standards for those on low to middle incomes by looking at a wide range of economic and social policies. As part of an ongoing project - The Economy 2030 Inquiry - they will be examining this current decade of economic change in the UK, brought by the Covid-19 pandemic, Brexit and the transition towards a Net Zero future, and will set out plans to help successfully navigate this change. The Inquiry is a collaboration between the Resolution Foundation and the Centre for Economic Performance at the London School of Economics. It is funded by the Nuffield Foundation.


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Follow Dan on Twitter @dan_tomlinson_ or The Resolution Foundation @resfoundation.


Visit the Resolution Foundation website at https://www.resolutionfoundation.org/ or find out more about the Economy 2030 Inquiry.


The Begin Again? report discussed in this episode can be read here.


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/ where you can also join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impacts of Covid-19.


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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Daniel Tomlinson, a Senior Economist at the Resolution Foundation, currently working on the Economy 2030 Inquiry. We invited Dan onto the podcast to discuss a report published in November 2021 by the Resolution Foundation which looks at the permanent implications of Covid-19 for the UK’s labour market.


We talk about changes to our working behaviours observed as a result of the pandemic and how these might affect smaller businesses; how to support people out of work due to Long Covid and; what a successful policy for the job market in the year ahead should look like.


The Resolution Foundation is an independent think-tank focused on improving living standards for those on low to middle incomes by looking at a wide range of economic and social policies. As part of an ongoing project - The Economy 2030 Inquiry - they will be examining this current decade of economic change in the UK, brought by the Covid-19 pandemic, Brexit and the transition towards a Net Zero future, and will set out plans to help successfully navigate this change. The Inquiry is a collaboration between the Resolution Foundation and the Centre for Economic Performance at the London School of Economics. It is funded by the Nuffield Foundation.


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Follow Dan on Twitter @dan_tomlinson_ or The Resolution Foundation @resfoundation.


Visit the Resolution Foundation website at https://www.resolutionfoundation.org/ or find out more about the Economy 2030 Inquiry.


The Begin Again? report discussed in this episode can be read here.


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/ where you can also join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impacts of Covid-19.


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]]> How to speak to loved ones about loss, grief and bereavement? How to speak to loved ones about loss, grief and bereavement? Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:30:54 GMT 32:57 6247ff78d6e10c0012cf187b false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/how-to-speak-to-loved-ones-about-loss-grief-and-bereavement 6247ff78d6e10c0012cf187b 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 how-to-speak-to-loved-ones-about-loss-grief-and-bereavement full 23 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dee Holmes from Relate – the UK's largest provider of relationship support – about how and why people should speak to loved ones about loss, grief, and bereavement experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic.


Dee is a qualified couple, family, children and young person’s counsellor and supervisor, currently working as part of the Clinical Management Team at Relate. We invited Dee onto the podcast as part of a special Q&A event hosted on our free Covid-19 Support Community.


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Watch the YouTube video recording of this episode here: https://youtu.be/2N47FNG8LWY


Follow Dee on Twitter @deeholme or visit the Relate website at https://www.relate.org.uk/ for more relationship support.


Join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impact of Covid-19.


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dee Holmes from Relate – the UK's largest provider of relationship support – about how and why people should speak to loved ones about loss, grief, and bereavement experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic.


Dee is a qualified couple, family, children and young person’s counsellor and supervisor, currently working as part of the Clinical Management Team at Relate. We invited Dee onto the podcast as part of a special Q&A event hosted on our free Covid-19 Support Community.


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Watch the YouTube video recording of this episode here: https://youtu.be/2N47FNG8LWY


Follow Dee on Twitter @deeholme or visit the Relate website at https://www.relate.org.uk/ for more relationship support.


Join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impact of Covid-19.


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

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]]> #TeamHalo: The Answers You Need to Combat Covid-19 Vaccine Misinformation #TeamHalo: The Answers You Need to Combat Covid-19 Vaccine Misinformation Mon, 28 Mar 2022 06:30:55 GMT 42:38 624092df9ec12a00131cf435 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/teamhalo-the-answers-you-need-to-combat-covid-19-vaccine-mis 624092df9ec12a00131cf435 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 teamhalo-the-answers-you-need-to-combat-covid-19-vaccine-mis full 22 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dr Bnar Talabani MBE, an Immunology Scientist at Cardiff University and member of #TeamHalo and Muslim Doctors Cymru (MDC). #TeamHalo is United Nations-verified initiative involving a global group of science and healthcare professionals working to address Covid-19 vaccine concerns and misinformation with the ultimate goal to bring an end to the pandemic. Dr Talabani joined the group in April 2020.


We invited Dr Talabani onto a live Q&A event, hosted alongside Parents United (a UK campaign group for Covid-safe schools), on our Support Community platform to give our audience the chance to raise their concerns around Covid vaccine safety. 


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Watch the YouTube video recording of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZopMKaKiF4 


Follow Dr Bnar Talabani MBE on social media @bnar to stay informed or visit teamhalo.org for more information and explore experts in different countries.


Join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impact of Covid-19. 


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/





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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Dr Bnar Talabani MBE, an Immunology Scientist at Cardiff University and member of #TeamHalo and Muslim Doctors Cymru (MDC). #TeamHalo is United Nations-verified initiative involving a global group of science and healthcare professionals working to address Covid-19 vaccine concerns and misinformation with the ultimate goal to bring an end to the pandemic. Dr Talabani joined the group in April 2020.


We invited Dr Talabani onto a live Q&A event, hosted alongside Parents United (a UK campaign group for Covid-safe schools), on our Support Community platform to give our audience the chance to raise their concerns around Covid vaccine safety. 


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Watch the YouTube video recording of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZopMKaKiF4 


Follow Dr Bnar Talabani MBE on social media @bnar to stay informed or visit teamhalo.org for more information and explore experts in different countries.


Join our free Covid-19 Support Community to take part in upcoming Live Q&A events, access our online Courses or connect with others across the UK dealing with the lasting impact of Covid-19. 


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/





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]]> Why the National Day of Reflection is important for us all Why the National Day of Reflection is important for us all Mon, 21 Mar 2022 07:00:41 GMT 31:59 6234b2683e1a4f0012941e15 false https://covidaidcharity.org/podcast 6234b2683e1a4f0012941e15 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 national-day-of-reflection-marie-curie Jane Murray from Marie Curie full 21 In the latest episode of our podcast Covid Matters we spoke to Jane Murray from Marie Curie about why the National Day of Reflection on Wednesday March 23rd is such an important moment – and got advice on how to deal with bereavement as well as how to support those experiencing grief.


With The National Day of Reflection coming up on March 23rd, for our Covid Matters podcast we were delighted to be joined by Jane Murray from Marie Curie, who is Bereavement Services Manager and part of their Family Support Team.


Marie Curie have been leading on coordinating the National Day of Reflection, which involves hundreds of organisations – including covid:aid – with events taking place online and across the UK.


We spoke to Jane about why the day is important, as well as about how people have experienced grief and loss differently since the Covid-19 pandemic began – the nature of lockdown often leading to paused grief and a delay in process emotions. 


We also discussed the complexity of grief, with Jane providing advice for those who have experienced bereavement, as well as tips for people who want to help their loved ones who are struggling.


The National Day of Reflection takes place On March 23. It provides a time to connect and support the millions of people who are grieving, and remember the family, friends, neighbours and colleagues who have died over the last two years.


There are loads of ways to take part in the National Day of Reflection, from joining the minute's silence at 12 noon, to visiting a Wall of Reflection in your community, and reaching out to someone you know who’s grieving. covid:aid is also hosting events online through our Support Community (including a special free drop-in event on the day) – you find our covid:aid National Day of Reflection hub here: covidaidcharity.org/covid-national-day-of-reflection 


You can also find out more by searching “Day of Reflection” and visiting the Marie Curie website, which provides details of how to get involved and events taking place online and throughout the UK. And If you, or someone you care about is grieving, the Marie Curie Support Line can help. Call them for free on 0800 090 2309 to speak to one of the trained Support Line Officers or get ongoing support from a bereavement volunteer.

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]]> In the latest episode of our podcast Covid Matters we spoke to Jane Murray from Marie Curie about why the National Day of Reflection on Wednesday March 23rd is such an important moment – and got advice on how to deal with bereavement as well as how to support those experiencing grief.


With The National Day of Reflection coming up on March 23rd, for our Covid Matters podcast we were delighted to be joined by Jane Murray from Marie Curie, who is Bereavement Services Manager and part of their Family Support Team.


Marie Curie have been leading on coordinating the National Day of Reflection, which involves hundreds of organisations – including covid:aid – with events taking place online and across the UK.


We spoke to Jane about why the day is important, as well as about how people have experienced grief and loss differently since the Covid-19 pandemic began – the nature of lockdown often leading to paused grief and a delay in process emotions. 


We also discussed the complexity of grief, with Jane providing advice for those who have experienced bereavement, as well as tips for people who want to help their loved ones who are struggling.


The National Day of Reflection takes place On March 23. It provides a time to connect and support the millions of people who are grieving, and remember the family, friends, neighbours and colleagues who have died over the last two years.


There are loads of ways to take part in the National Day of Reflection, from joining the minute's silence at 12 noon, to visiting a Wall of Reflection in your community, and reaching out to someone you know who’s grieving. covid:aid is also hosting events online through our Support Community (including a special free drop-in event on the day) – you find our covid:aid National Day of Reflection hub here: covidaidcharity.org/covid-national-day-of-reflection 


You can also find out more by searching “Day of Reflection” and visiting the Marie Curie website, which provides details of how to get involved and events taking place online and throughout the UK. And If you, or someone you care about is grieving, the Marie Curie Support Line can help. Call them for free on 0800 090 2309 to speak to one of the trained Support Line Officers or get ongoing support from a bereavement volunteer.

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]]> The Power of Personal Connections in Reflecting on Covid-related Grief The Power of Personal Connections in Reflecting on Covid-related Grief Thu, 10 Mar 2022 07:30:14 GMT 19:07 6227a28089938d00148efb33 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/the-power-of-personal-connections-in-reflecting-on-covid-rel 6227a28089938d00148efb33 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 the-power-of-personal-connections-in-reflecting-on-covid-rel Debbie Lewis, founder of Covid-19 Families UK full 20 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Debbie Lewis who founded bereavement support group, COVID-19 Families UK. Debbie set up the group on Facebook in April 2020 following the loss of her parents to Covid. They now have 42 regional groups with over 4000 users online, connecting people across the country who have been affected by grief.


We invited Debbie onto the podcast to tell us more about the support they provide, their involvement in the upcoming National Day of Reflection, and the importance of coming together to connect with others in times of loss.


You can find Covid-19 Families UK on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn @covid19familiesuk


Find out more about the National Day of Reflection on 23 March here or by visiting our website https://covidaidcharity.org/ . You can join our free Support Community for access to Courses, Live Q&As and the chance to connect with others on topics like Long Covid and Grief and Bereavement.


Follow us on all social media @covidaidcharity


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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Debbie Lewis who founded bereavement support group, COVID-19 Families UK. Debbie set up the group on Facebook in April 2020 following the loss of her parents to Covid. They now have 42 regional groups with over 4000 users online, connecting people across the country who have been affected by grief.


We invited Debbie onto the podcast to tell us more about the support they provide, their involvement in the upcoming National Day of Reflection, and the importance of coming together to connect with others in times of loss.


You can find Covid-19 Families UK on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn @covid19familiesuk


Find out more about the National Day of Reflection on 23 March here or by visiting our website https://covidaidcharity.org/ . You can join our free Support Community for access to Courses, Live Q&As and the chance to connect with others on topics like Long Covid and Grief and Bereavement.


Follow us on all social media @covidaidcharity


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]]> Financial Resilience and Wealth Distribution During the Covid-19 Pandemic Financial Resilience and Wealth Distribution During the Covid-19 Pandemic Thu, 03 Mar 2022 07:30:07 GMT 28:35 621e4058c9d2770012efe8ec false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/financial-resilience-and-wealth-distribution-uring-the-covid 621e4058c9d2770012efe8ec 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 financial-resilience-and-wealth-distribution-uring-the-covid Professor Sharon Collard full 19 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Sharon Collard, the Professor of Personal Finance and Research Director at University of Bristol, Personal Finance Research Centre (PFRC).


Professor Collard has been leading the team reporting on the financial impact of the pandemic on UK households since the early outbreak of Covid-19.  These surveys have been taking place throughout the past two years, with most recent results of the October 2021 survey being published in December of last year.


We invited Professor Sharon onto Covid Matters to tell us more about their findings. We talk about how the pandemic has impacted households across the UK and which groups have been most affected; the financial resilience gap and wealth inequalities highlighted by the survey data and; how the cost of living crisis may impact our financial outlook in the coming year.

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MoneyHelper financial guidance and support: https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en

National Debtline free, independent debt advice: https://nationaldebtline.org/

Business Debtline free, independent debt advice: https://www.businessdebtline.org/

Citizens Advice: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/

StepChange UK Debt Charity: https://www.stepchange.org/

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Sharon Collard, the Professor of Personal Finance and Research Director at University of Bristol, Personal Finance Research Centre (PFRC).


Professor Collard has been leading the team reporting on the financial impact of the pandemic on UK households since the early outbreak of Covid-19.  These surveys have been taking place throughout the past two years, with most recent results of the October 2021 survey being published in December of last year.


We invited Professor Sharon onto Covid Matters to tell us more about their findings. We talk about how the pandemic has impacted households across the UK and which groups have been most affected; the financial resilience gap and wealth inequalities highlighted by the survey data and; how the cost of living crisis may impact our financial outlook in the coming year.

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Useful Links:

MoneyHelper financial guidance and support: https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en

National Debtline free, independent debt advice: https://nationaldebtline.org/

Business Debtline free, independent debt advice: https://www.businessdebtline.org/

Citizens Advice: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/

StepChange UK Debt Charity: https://www.stepchange.org/

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You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

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]]> <![CDATA[Keep Calm and Trust the Science: an immunologist's experience of the Covid-19 pandemic]]> Tue, 15 Feb 2022 07:30:10 GMT 29:12 6204347ab240340012574ac5 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/keep-calm-and-trust-the-science 6204347ab240340012574ac5 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 keep-calm-and-trust-the-science full 18 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Luke O'Neill, a world-renowned immunologist and Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin. He is also a member of the Royal Irish Academy and fellow of the Royal Society.


Professor Luke is the author of three bestselling books as well as his most recent book, Keep Calm and Trust the Science: An Extraordinary Year in the Life of an Immunologist, which is the topic of today's discussion. In the book, Professor Luke diarises his experience of the Covid-19 pandemic as it unfolds in 2020 and early 2021.


We invited Professor Luke onto Covid Matters to tell us more about his life as a public figure during the coronavirus outbreak. We asked him what it's like to have an insider knowledge on the scientific progresses being made during the pandemic, how he deals with so-called antivaxxers and online hate, and what his predictions are for Covid-19 in the year ahead.


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Professor Luke O'Neill's books can be found via the following links:


Humanology: A scientist's guide to our amazing existence

The Great Irish Science Book

Keep Calm and Trust the Science: An Extraordinary Year in the Life of an Immunologist

Never Mind the B#ll*cks, Here's the Science: A scientist's guide to the biggest challenges facing our species today 


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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Luke O'Neill, a world-renowned immunologist and Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin. He is also a member of the Royal Irish Academy and fellow of the Royal Society.


Professor Luke is the author of three bestselling books as well as his most recent book, Keep Calm and Trust the Science: An Extraordinary Year in the Life of an Immunologist, which is the topic of today's discussion. In the book, Professor Luke diarises his experience of the Covid-19 pandemic as it unfolds in 2020 and early 2021.


We invited Professor Luke onto Covid Matters to tell us more about his life as a public figure during the coronavirus outbreak. We asked him what it's like to have an insider knowledge on the scientific progresses being made during the pandemic, how he deals with so-called antivaxxers and online hate, and what his predictions are for Covid-19 in the year ahead.


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Professor Luke O'Neill's books can be found via the following links:


Humanology: A scientist's guide to our amazing existence

The Great Irish Science Book

Keep Calm and Trust the Science: An Extraordinary Year in the Life of an Immunologist

Never Mind the B#ll*cks, Here's the Science: A scientist's guide to the biggest challenges facing our species today 


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You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

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]]> PTSD and Covid-19: How to manage and minimise trauma responses to the coronavirus pandemic PTSD and Covid-19: How to manage and minimise trauma responses to the coronavirus pandemic Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:30:09 GMT 38:01 61f9872c34039600112a1162 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/ptsd-and-covid-19-how-to-manage-and-minimise-trauma-response 61f9872c34039600112a1162 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 ptsd-and-covid-19-how-to-manage-and-minimise-trauma-response Professor Neil Greenberg full 17 In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Neil Greenberg (@profngreenberg), an academic, occupational & forensic psychiatrist and Professor of Defence Mental Health at King's College London. Neil is an advisor to the Academic Department of Military Mental Health and Managing Director of March on Stress (www.marchonstress.com) which is a psychological health consultancy.


We invited Neil to discuss the traumatic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the public, learn about his role in creating mental health support services for the London Nightingale Hospital and find out what can be done to reduce the mental toll of future global crises on our wellbeing.


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Useful Links:

National Institute for Health Research Health Protection Research Unit (HPRU) in Emergency Preparedness and Response partnership between King’s College London, Public Health England and the University of East Anglia: http://epr.hpru.nihr.ac.uk/


March on Stress is a psychological health consultancy specialising in prevention, detection and treatment of trauma and work-related stress, and psychological support in a crisis: www.marchonstress.com


King's Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR) publications database: https://www.kcmhr.org/pubdb/


Royal College of Psychiatrists - PTSD Resource: https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/problems-disorders/post-traumatic-stress-disorder

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we speak to Professor Neil Greenberg (@profngreenberg), an academic, occupational & forensic psychiatrist and Professor of Defence Mental Health at King's College London. Neil is an advisor to the Academic Department of Military Mental Health and Managing Director of March on Stress (www.marchonstress.com) which is a psychological health consultancy.


We invited Neil to discuss the traumatic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the public, learn about his role in creating mental health support services for the London Nightingale Hospital and find out what can be done to reduce the mental toll of future global crises on our wellbeing.


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Useful Links:

National Institute for Health Research Health Protection Research Unit (HPRU) in Emergency Preparedness and Response partnership between King’s College London, Public Health England and the University of East Anglia: http://epr.hpru.nihr.ac.uk/


March on Stress is a psychological health consultancy specialising in prevention, detection and treatment of trauma and work-related stress, and psychological support in a crisis: www.marchonstress.com


King's Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR) publications database: https://www.kcmhr.org/pubdb/


Royal College of Psychiatrists - PTSD Resource: https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/problems-disorders/post-traumatic-stress-disorder

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You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

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]]> Grief and Bereavement in the age of Covid-19 Grief and Bereavement in the age of Covid-19 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:30:13 GMT 38:36 61f19ae71a448400129ab95b false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/grief-and-bereavement-in-the-age-of-covid-19 61f19ae71a448400129ab95b 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 grief-and-bereavement-in-the-age-of-covid-19 full 16 This episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part of a Live Q&A on our Covid-19 Support Community.


We speak to Andy Langford, Clinical Director of the UK’s leading bereavement charity, Cruse Bereavement Support to talk about grief and bereavement in the age of Covid. We wanted to find out more about how to deliver the right support to those around us who are experiencing grief and loss as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. To take part in future events or Q&A session with experts, please join our free Covid-19 Support Community at https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


For a range of support on grief and bereavement, visit Cruse on their website at cruse.org.uk, or by calling 0808 808 1677. Listeners in Scotland can find Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland at crusescotland.org.uk, or contact their free helpline at 0808 802 6161.

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]]> This episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part of a Live Q&A on our Covid-19 Support Community.


We speak to Andy Langford, Clinical Director of the UK’s leading bereavement charity, Cruse Bereavement Support to talk about grief and bereavement in the age of Covid. We wanted to find out more about how to deliver the right support to those around us who are experiencing grief and loss as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. To take part in future events or Q&A session with experts, please join our free Covid-19 Support Community at https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


You can find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


For a range of support on grief and bereavement, visit Cruse on their website at cruse.org.uk, or by calling 0808 808 1677. Listeners in Scotland can find Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland at crusescotland.org.uk, or contact their free helpline at 0808 802 6161.

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]]> Factors impacting the mental health of people with Long Covid Factors impacting the mental health of people with Long Covid Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:30:05 GMT 22:56 61a3cb93efe03000140fbe73 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/long-covid-mental-health-and-wellbeing 61a3cb93efe03000140fbe73 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 long-covid-mental-health-and-wellbeing full 15 In this episode of Covid Matters, we catch up with Dr Alex Burton, a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Behavioural Science and Health at University College London (UCL). We last spoke to Alex in July about the Covid-19 Social Study which aims to assess the psychological and social impact of the pandemic on groups within the UK following the coronavirus outbreak. We invited Alex back this month to talk about a report published in October that looks at how the experience of Long Covid has impacted people's mental health and wellbeing. 


They found five recurring themes across all participants accounts: 1) Experiences of care and understanding from others; 2) Lack of service and treatment options; 3) Severe disruption to daily life; 4) Uncertainty of illness trajectories; 5) Impact on self-identity. Read the full report here.


Thanks to Dr Alex Burton for her contributions to this episode of Covid Matters. You find our previous episode with Dr Burton, here.


Read more about UCL’s Covid-19 Social Study at www.covidsocialstudy.org where you can find information on how to get involved or read reports including the study discussed in this episode (linked here).


If you would like support on your Long Covid experience, please join the covid:aid Covid-19 Support Community where you can chat and connect with others.


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/



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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters, we catch up with Dr Alex Burton, a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Behavioural Science and Health at University College London (UCL). We last spoke to Alex in July about the Covid-19 Social Study which aims to assess the psychological and social impact of the pandemic on groups within the UK following the coronavirus outbreak. We invited Alex back this month to talk about a report published in October that looks at how the experience of Long Covid has impacted people's mental health and wellbeing. 


They found five recurring themes across all participants accounts: 1) Experiences of care and understanding from others; 2) Lack of service and treatment options; 3) Severe disruption to daily life; 4) Uncertainty of illness trajectories; 5) Impact on self-identity. Read the full report here.


Thanks to Dr Alex Burton for her contributions to this episode of Covid Matters. You find our previous episode with Dr Burton, here.


Read more about UCL’s Covid-19 Social Study at www.covidsocialstudy.org where you can find information on how to get involved or read reports including the study discussed in this episode (linked here).


If you would like support on your Long Covid experience, please join the covid:aid Covid-19 Support Community where you can chat and connect with others.


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/



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]]> #MakeSchoolsSafe and #ProtectOurCommunities throughout the Covid-19 pandemic #MakeSchoolsSafe and #ProtectOurCommunities throughout the Covid-19 pandemic Tue, 23 Nov 2021 07:30:23 GMT 28:46 6196a0cfbb49df00121211b9 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/parents-united 6196a0cfbb49df00121211b9 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 parents-united full 14 This special episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part of a Live Q&A on our Covid-19 Support Community.


We speak to Gemma Sewell, the co-founder of Parents United UK, a grassroots, parent-led support group campaigning for a sensible, safe and sustainable approach to education during the pandemic. We talk about recommended Covid safety measures to help #MakeSchoolsSafe, including the importance of masks, ventilation and reducing class sizes and how these adjustments could, in turn, #ProtectOurCommunities.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. You can join our Covid-19 Support Community to take part upcoming events like this, and receive advice, support and information on a range of Covid-related topics, here: https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


Find out more about Parents United on their website: https://www.parentsunited.org.uk/ , on Twitter @Parents_Utd or join their Facebook Group, Parents United UK




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]]> This special episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part of a Live Q&A on our Covid-19 Support Community.


We speak to Gemma Sewell, the co-founder of Parents United UK, a grassroots, parent-led support group campaigning for a sensible, safe and sustainable approach to education during the pandemic. We talk about recommended Covid safety measures to help #MakeSchoolsSafe, including the importance of masks, ventilation and reducing class sizes and how these adjustments could, in turn, #ProtectOurCommunities.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. You can join our Covid-19 Support Community to take part upcoming events like this, and receive advice, support and information on a range of Covid-related topics, here: https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


Find out more about Parents United on their website: https://www.parentsunited.org.uk/ , on Twitter @Parents_Utd or join their Facebook Group, Parents United UK




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]]> Bereavement and End of Life care during the Covid-19 pandemic Bereavement and End of Life care during the Covid-19 pandemic Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:00:31 GMT 31:34 6193895546ff2b0013e12d4c false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/bereavement-and-end-of-life-care-during-covid-19-pandemic 6193895546ff2b0013e12d4c 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 bereavement-and-end-of-life-care-during-covid-19-pandemic Dr Emily Harrop full 13 In this episode of Covid Matters we talk to Dr Emily Harrop, a Marie Curie Research Fellow at Cardiff University who specialises in palliative care. She is currently working as the Co-Principal Investigator in the national ‘Bereavement During Covid-19’ study, looking into people’s experiences of bereavement and the support services they have access to during the coronavirus pandemic. We spoke to Emily to find out more about this study and the findings so far.


At the time of recording, Emily was beginning to analyse the first round of responses from the 7 month survey. She explains that a particular challenge in their method of study is that the situation is ongoing, and restrictions are changeable. She said, “it's strange, because you have to also take into account the changing context. Some people’s loved ones will have died in full lockdown, others have experienced death during a period where things had opened-up again. So, we’ve had to take that into account when looking at the results and analysis.”


Emily also reminds us of the sad reality of the situation when looking at the statistics – that no one in this study ends up better off. “It's been a terrible time for everyone so I don't want to try and make out that it's been better for some groups than others. The overriding message is that it's been such a tough time for all people who've lost family members during the pandemic.”


You can find out more about the Bereavement During Covid-19 study here.


Find covid:aid on social media @covidaidcharity or on our website at: https://covidaidcharity.org/


You can listen to Covid Matters on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Acast, and wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts.


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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters we talk to Dr Emily Harrop, a Marie Curie Research Fellow at Cardiff University who specialises in palliative care. She is currently working as the Co-Principal Investigator in the national ‘Bereavement During Covid-19’ study, looking into people’s experiences of bereavement and the support services they have access to during the coronavirus pandemic. We spoke to Emily to find out more about this study and the findings so far.


At the time of recording, Emily was beginning to analyse the first round of responses from the 7 month survey. She explains that a particular challenge in their method of study is that the situation is ongoing, and restrictions are changeable. She said, “it's strange, because you have to also take into account the changing context. Some people’s loved ones will have died in full lockdown, others have experienced death during a period where things had opened-up again. So, we’ve had to take that into account when looking at the results and analysis.”


Emily also reminds us of the sad reality of the situation when looking at the statistics – that no one in this study ends up better off. “It's been a terrible time for everyone so I don't want to try and make out that it's been better for some groups than others. The overriding message is that it's been such a tough time for all people who've lost family members during the pandemic.”


You can find out more about the Bereavement During Covid-19 study here.


Find covid:aid on social media @covidaidcharity or on our website at: https://covidaidcharity.org/


You can listen to Covid Matters on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Acast, and wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts.


Music by Asepirawan20 from Pixabay

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]]> <![CDATA[Long Covid and smell disorders Q&A with AbScent]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2021 07:00:53 GMT 30:42 618e9910970ecd00190fdb7f false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/long-covid-smell-loss-disorders-abscent 618e9910970ecd00190fdb7f 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 long-covid-smell-loss-disorders-abscent full 12 This special episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part our first live Q&A hosted on the Covid-19 Support Community. We speak to Sarah Oakley, the executive director of AbScent, a UK charity that supports people with smelling disorders. We talk about how those with Long Covid have been severely affected by smelling disorders and learn more about how smell training might help to speed up recovery.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. You can join our Covid-19 Support Community to take part in live Q&As and receive advice, support and information on a range of topics relating to Covid-19. https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

Read more about AbScent via their website : https://abscent.org/


We hope you enjoy this episode!

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]]> This special episode of Covid Matters was recorded as part our first live Q&A hosted on the Covid-19 Support Community. We speak to Sarah Oakley, the executive director of AbScent, a UK charity that supports people with smelling disorders. We talk about how those with Long Covid have been severely affected by smelling disorders and learn more about how smell training might help to speed up recovery.


This conversation includes questions from our covid:aid community. You can join our Covid-19 Support Community to take part in live Q&As and receive advice, support and information on a range of topics relating to Covid-19. https://community.covidaidcharity.org/


Find us on social media @covidaidcharity or by visiting our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/

Read more about AbScent via their website : https://abscent.org/


We hope you enjoy this episode!

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]]> Fertility, pregnancy, postpartum maternity, and the Covid vaccine Fertility, pregnancy, postpartum maternity, and the Covid vaccine Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:12:11 GMT 23:32 618c0be70968970012340d06 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/fertility-pregnancy-postpartum-maternity-covid-vaccine 618c0be70968970012340d06 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 fertility-pregnancy-postpartum-maternity-covid-vaccine Dr Fatima Husain RCOG full 11 In this episode of Covid Matters we speak to Dr Fatima Husain, a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) about how the Covid vaccines affect fertility, pregnancy and postpartum maternity.


Many women are still unsure when considering the safety of Covid vaccines before, during, and after pregnancy. Reasons for this may include: the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI)’s advice changing earlier this year, stories circulating about a spike protein in the vaccine which attacks the placenta, or the belief that it’s safer to wait until after the baby is born – as is the case with the MMR vaccine. However, this kind of reasoning against having a Covid vaccination has been disproven and the advice from healthcare professionals including the NHS, the RCOG and the JCVI is consistent: vaccines are safe if you’re planning to have a baby, you’re pregnant or you’re breastfeeding.


It’s worrying then that women remain hesitant, especially when data from the NHS shows that one fifth of the most critically ill patients with Covid are pregnant women who have not been vaccinated. So, we opened the mic to our audience on social media to raise their concerns with an expert and find answers they can trust.

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters we speak to Dr Fatima Husain, a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) about how the Covid vaccines affect fertility, pregnancy and postpartum maternity.


Many women are still unsure when considering the safety of Covid vaccines before, during, and after pregnancy. Reasons for this may include: the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI)’s advice changing earlier this year, stories circulating about a spike protein in the vaccine which attacks the placenta, or the belief that it’s safer to wait until after the baby is born – as is the case with the MMR vaccine. However, this kind of reasoning against having a Covid vaccination has been disproven and the advice from healthcare professionals including the NHS, the RCOG and the JCVI is consistent: vaccines are safe if you’re planning to have a baby, you’re pregnant or you’re breastfeeding.


It’s worrying then that women remain hesitant, especially when data from the NHS shows that one fifth of the most critically ill patients with Covid are pregnant women who have not been vaccinated. So, we opened the mic to our audience on social media to raise their concerns with an expert and find answers they can trust.

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]]> Listen Project: putting those with Long Covid at the centre of rehabilitation Listen Project: putting those with Long Covid at the centre of rehabilitation Tue, 02 Nov 2021 06:15:53 GMT 25:04 618021c10a94050019f472d0 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/long-covid-listen-project 618021c10a94050019f472d0 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 long-covid-listen-project Professor Fiona Jones full 10 In the latest episode of Covid Matters we find out about the LISTEN Project, which recently received more than £1 million in funding from the National Institute for Health Research and is co-led by Professor Fiona Jones – who spoke to us about the work getting underway.


She is the Professor of Rehabilitation Research at St George's University of London and Kingston University, and the founder and CEO of 'Bridges self-management’.


In recognition that each person with Long Covid can experience markedly different symptoms, the LISTEN project will work in partnership with patients to design and evaluate a package of self-management support that can be tailored to individual needs.


The researchers will first work with people living with or recovered from Long Covid, plus a social enterprise with expertise in reaching seldom heard populations, to design the package and associated patient and training resources.


The team will then test the self-management package alongside up to six one-to-one virtual coaching sessions from trained rehabilitation practitioners, to test whether the treatment improves how people with Long Covid feel and how they cope with everyday activities. The researchers will also evaluate how the package could be implemented more widely, with the aim that self-management for people with Long Covid can be delivered at scale.


I spoke to Fiona in detail about this work – and I hope you find our conversation as fascinating as I did. You can find a blog from Fiona on our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


And the LISTEN Project Twitter page is here: https://twitter.com/TheLISTENproj 

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]]> In the latest episode of Covid Matters we find out about the LISTEN Project, which recently received more than £1 million in funding from the National Institute for Health Research and is co-led by Professor Fiona Jones – who spoke to us about the work getting underway.


She is the Professor of Rehabilitation Research at St George's University of London and Kingston University, and the founder and CEO of 'Bridges self-management’.


In recognition that each person with Long Covid can experience markedly different symptoms, the LISTEN project will work in partnership with patients to design and evaluate a package of self-management support that can be tailored to individual needs.


The researchers will first work with people living with or recovered from Long Covid, plus a social enterprise with expertise in reaching seldom heard populations, to design the package and associated patient and training resources.


The team will then test the self-management package alongside up to six one-to-one virtual coaching sessions from trained rehabilitation practitioners, to test whether the treatment improves how people with Long Covid feel and how they cope with everyday activities. The researchers will also evaluate how the package could be implemented more widely, with the aim that self-management for people with Long Covid can be delivered at scale.


I spoke to Fiona in detail about this work – and I hope you find our conversation as fascinating as I did. You can find a blog from Fiona on our website: https://covidaidcharity.org/


And the LISTEN Project Twitter page is here: https://twitter.com/TheLISTENproj 

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]]> Death, dying, and Covid-19: The importance of open conversations Death, dying, and Covid-19: The importance of open conversations Thu, 29 Jul 2021 06:05:52 GMT 25:05 61012c0bb45dbd0015f9fb0e false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/death-dying-and-covid-19 61012c0bb45dbd0015f9fb0e 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 death-dying-and-covid-19 Life. Death. Whatever full 9 In the latest episode of Covid Matters we speak to Anna Lyons and Louise Winter, the founders of Life. Death. Whatever. - an initiative that encourages open dialogue about all matters related to death and dying. We discuss their experiences of the impact Covid-19 has had on the funeral industry, grief, and end-of-life conversations – and their new book We All Know How This Ends.


The funeral industry faced enormous challenges when the Covid-19 pandemic struck. This had a significant effect on everyone who has lost a loved one since the start of the pandemic, as well as impacting heavily on those who work in the industry.


The founders of Life. Death. Whatever. are Louise Winter, a funeral director and Anna Lyons, an end-of-life doula. They have seen first-hand the challenges faced due to limited contact with the grieving and those at the end of their life, as well as trauma faced by families and friends when deaths have come suddenly, with no time to prepare or come to terms with loss. Anna and Louise believe that speaking about death and dying, and sharing experiences, is vital to allow people to feel supported, and less alone in their grief. 


We discuss with Anna and Louise the effect Covid-19 has had on the work they do individually and that of Life. Death. Whatever. We also asked them about We All Know How This Ends, their new book dealing with everything related to death and dying. They talk about how important it was to review and rewrite sections of the book to reflect the changes imposed by the pandemic, to allow them to provide people with the ongoing support and resources that will be needed in the wake of Covid-19.  



  • Find more about Anna and Louise’s work at the Life. Death. Whatever. website, where you can also find details on how and where to purchase We All Know How This Ends

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]]> In the latest episode of Covid Matters we speak to Anna Lyons and Louise Winter, the founders of Life. Death. Whatever. - an initiative that encourages open dialogue about all matters related to death and dying. We discuss their experiences of the impact Covid-19 has had on the funeral industry, grief, and end-of-life conversations – and their new book We All Know How This Ends.


The funeral industry faced enormous challenges when the Covid-19 pandemic struck. This had a significant effect on everyone who has lost a loved one since the start of the pandemic, as well as impacting heavily on those who work in the industry.


The founders of Life. Death. Whatever. are Louise Winter, a funeral director and Anna Lyons, an end-of-life doula. They have seen first-hand the challenges faced due to limited contact with the grieving and those at the end of their life, as well as trauma faced by families and friends when deaths have come suddenly, with no time to prepare or come to terms with loss. Anna and Louise believe that speaking about death and dying, and sharing experiences, is vital to allow people to feel supported, and less alone in their grief. 


We discuss with Anna and Louise the effect Covid-19 has had on the work they do individually and that of Life. Death. Whatever. We also asked them about We All Know How This Ends, their new book dealing with everything related to death and dying. They talk about how important it was to review and rewrite sections of the book to reflect the changes imposed by the pandemic, to allow them to provide people with the ongoing support and resources that will be needed in the wake of Covid-19.  



  • Find more about Anna and Louise’s work at the Life. Death. Whatever. website, where you can also find details on how and where to purchase We All Know How This Ends

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]]> Social impact of Covid-19: how isolation affects health and wellbeing Social impact of Covid-19: how isolation affects health and wellbeing Thu, 22 Jul 2021 06:00:28 GMT 22:45 60f84ae9c565b20012ff87bd false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/social-impact-covid-19-isolation 60f84ae9c565b20012ff87bd 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 social-impact-covid-19-isolation Dr Alexandra Burton full 8 In this episode of Covid Matters we speak to Dr Alexandra Burton, who as part of UCL’s massive COVID-19 Social Study – which has sent out over a million questionnaires – has been looking into the effect of the pandemic on loneliness and social isolation.


Isolation and loneliness have affected many of us, whether directly or through family and friends. For that reason it felt important to be able to speak to Dr Alexandra Burton, who is a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Behavioural Science and Health at University College London.


She has been working on studies that explore the impact of social isolation on health and well-being during the covid-19 pandemic. This has formed part of UCL’s Covid-19 Social Study, a large-scale research study exploring the effects of the virus and social distancing measures on adults in the UK during the outbreak of Covid-19.


It was fascinating to speak to her, and I hope you enjoy our conversation. You can find out more about the social study, sign up to the newsletter, and join the study, at: https://www.covidsocialstudy.org 


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those significantly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> In this episode of Covid Matters we speak to Dr Alexandra Burton, who as part of UCL’s massive COVID-19 Social Study – which has sent out over a million questionnaires – has been looking into the effect of the pandemic on loneliness and social isolation.


Isolation and loneliness have affected many of us, whether directly or through family and friends. For that reason it felt important to be able to speak to Dr Alexandra Burton, who is a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Behavioural Science and Health at University College London.


She has been working on studies that explore the impact of social isolation on health and well-being during the covid-19 pandemic. This has formed part of UCL’s Covid-19 Social Study, a large-scale research study exploring the effects of the virus and social distancing measures on adults in the UK during the outbreak of Covid-19.


It was fascinating to speak to her, and I hope you enjoy our conversation. You can find out more about the social study, sign up to the newsletter, and join the study, at: https://www.covidsocialstudy.org 


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those significantly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> Covid-19 plunged millions into poverty and widened wealth inequalities Covid-19 plunged millions into poverty and widened wealth inequalities Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:33:12 GMT 19:12 60efe4b9879d300012cba7ca false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/covid-19-poverty-inequality-turn2us-financial-hardship 60efe4b9879d300012cba7ca 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 covid-19-poverty-inequality-turn2us-financial-hardship Thomas Lawson from Turn2Us full 7 Thomas Lawson, Chief Executive of Turn2us, a UK national charity providing help to those who struggle financially, breaks down the causes of financial disparities due to the pandemic, the impact it has on affected families, and expresses his hope for a more egalitarian future.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


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]]> Thomas Lawson, Chief Executive of Turn2us, a UK national charity providing help to those who struggle financially, breaks down the causes of financial disparities due to the pandemic, the impact it has on affected families, and expresses his hope for a more egalitarian future.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


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]]> Scotland’s Covid Memorial: the role of art in collective recovery Scotland’s Covid Memorial: the role of art in collective recovery Fri, 09 Jul 2021 06:15:58 GMT 1:00:10 60e6a20eba81b50012a96311 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/the-journey-to-scotlands-covid-memorial-alec-finlay-on-long- 60e6a20eba81b50012a96311 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 the-journey-to-scotlands-covid-memorial-alec-finlay-on-long- Alec Finlay full 6 Renowned Scottish artist and poet Alec Finlay has had an intimate knowledge of – and relationship with – chronic illness since he became ill with M.E. at 21, with it informing and shaping his work. In an expansive and thoughtful conversation for our podcast Covid Matters he spoke to us about how this shaped his debilitating experience of Long Covid – and how his work on Scotland’s Covid Memorial will provide a space for recuperation and to collectively reflect on how our experiences of the Covid-19 pandemic have shaped us.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


  • Find more information about Scotland’s Covid Memorial – including details of the collaborative workshops taking place – on the I Remember blog.

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]]> Renowned Scottish artist and poet Alec Finlay has had an intimate knowledge of – and relationship with – chronic illness since he became ill with M.E. at 21, with it informing and shaping his work. In an expansive and thoughtful conversation for our podcast Covid Matters he spoke to us about how this shaped his debilitating experience of Long Covid – and how his work on Scotland’s Covid Memorial will provide a space for recuperation and to collectively reflect on how our experiences of the Covid-19 pandemic have shaped us.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


  • Find more information about Scotland’s Covid Memorial – including details of the collaborative workshops taking place – on the I Remember blog.

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]]> Employers need to recognise Long Covid – and workers to receive care Employers need to recognise Long Covid – and workers to receive care Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:24:37 GMT 24:15 60e4048276d27e0012899b6a false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/employers-long-covid-workers-occupational-health 60e4048276d27e0012899b6a 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 employers-long-covid-workers-occupational-health Clare Rayner full 5 As a former consultant occupational physician, Clare Rayner has raised awareness of the need for employers to be educated about Long Covid and to take it seriously – and battled tirelessly for the rights of those living with the disease to be treated fairly, despite herself suffering debilitating and devastating long-term effects as a result of coronavirus. We spoke to her for podcast Covid Matters to find out more about occupational health as it relates to Covid-19 – and about her own experiences.


Clare was an Honorary Lecturer at the Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health, University of Manchester, and worked as a Trainer for the National Education Project for Health and Work. Clare talks with first-hand experience of Covid-19 and has written several papers on the condition including editorials on returning to work after Long Covid, leaflets for workers and employers published by Society of Occupational Medicine, and a recent consensus document on management of Long Covid. She addressed the WHO as a spokesperson for patient groups with post-Covid health issues (an opportunity created through LongCovidSOS's 'Message in a Bottle' campaign).


Here are some links to articles/work featuring Clare:


  • The Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM) – Urgent need for occupational health for people with Long COVID: https://www.som.org.uk/sites/som.org.uk/files/SOM_Long_COVID_press_release_28_June_21.pdf
  • We have heard your message about long covid and we will act, says WHO: https://blogs.bmj.com/bmj/2020/09/03/we-have-heard-your-message-about-long-covid-and-we-will-act-says-who/
  • Promises of Long Covid support have not materialised (a blog by Clare Rayner): https://www.pslhub.org/learn/coronavirus-covid19/273_blogs/promises-of-long-covid-support-have-not-materialised-a-blog-by-clare-rayner-r4499/


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> As a former consultant occupational physician, Clare Rayner has raised awareness of the need for employers to be educated about Long Covid and to take it seriously – and battled tirelessly for the rights of those living with the disease to be treated fairly, despite herself suffering debilitating and devastating long-term effects as a result of coronavirus. We spoke to her for podcast Covid Matters to find out more about occupational health as it relates to Covid-19 – and about her own experiences.


Clare was an Honorary Lecturer at the Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health, University of Manchester, and worked as a Trainer for the National Education Project for Health and Work. Clare talks with first-hand experience of Covid-19 and has written several papers on the condition including editorials on returning to work after Long Covid, leaflets for workers and employers published by Society of Occupational Medicine, and a recent consensus document on management of Long Covid. She addressed the WHO as a spokesperson for patient groups with post-Covid health issues (an opportunity created through LongCovidSOS's 'Message in a Bottle' campaign).


Here are some links to articles/work featuring Clare:


  • The Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM) – Urgent need for occupational health for people with Long COVID: https://www.som.org.uk/sites/som.org.uk/files/SOM_Long_COVID_press_release_28_June_21.pdf
  • We have heard your message about long covid and we will act, says WHO: https://blogs.bmj.com/bmj/2020/09/03/we-have-heard-your-message-about-long-covid-and-we-will-act-says-who/
  • Promises of Long Covid support have not materialised (a blog by Clare Rayner): https://www.pslhub.org/learn/coronavirus-covid19/273_blogs/promises-of-long-covid-support-have-not-materialised-a-blog-by-clare-rayner-r4499/


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs. We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> The importance of telling our stories about life with coronavirus The importance of telling our stories about life with coronavirus Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:15:43 GMT 16:13 60debd20335e6a0013dc8264 false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/the-importance-of-telling-our-own-stories-of-life-with-coron 60debd20335e6a0013dc8264 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 the-importance-of-telling-our-own-stories-of-life-with-coron Ed Richardson - Covid-19 Recovery Collective full 4 The importance of sharing our own stories cannot be underestimated, and it was for that reason that it was so uplifting to speak to Ed Richardson from the Covid-19 Recovery Collective about their work. A collaboration between the technologist and his friend Jane Ireson, an NHS nurse and researcher, they set up a website which invited visitors to submit tales of their own experiences.


As you can find on their website what came was a wide variety of stories which also reflected similarities and provided reassurance to people at times when there was considerable uncertainty about Covid-19 and the Long Covid symptoms that were being reported by many. Through funding from Sheffield Hospitals Charity research has been taking place this year to perform a thematic analysis of the stories, identifying common themes and helping shape insight into what recovery from Covid looks like for different people. It was inspiring to speak to Ed about the work that he, Jane, and others have been doing, and if you haven’t already I’d recommend taking a look at the stories they have shared: https://covid19-recovery.org/

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]]> The importance of sharing our own stories cannot be underestimated, and it was for that reason that it was so uplifting to speak to Ed Richardson from the Covid-19 Recovery Collective about their work. A collaboration between the technologist and his friend Jane Ireson, an NHS nurse and researcher, they set up a website which invited visitors to submit tales of their own experiences.


As you can find on their website what came was a wide variety of stories which also reflected similarities and provided reassurance to people at times when there was considerable uncertainty about Covid-19 and the Long Covid symptoms that were being reported by many. Through funding from Sheffield Hospitals Charity research has been taking place this year to perform a thematic analysis of the stories, identifying common themes and helping shape insight into what recovery from Covid looks like for different people. It was inspiring to speak to Ed about the work that he, Jane, and others have been doing, and if you haven’t already I’d recommend taking a look at the stories they have shared: https://covid19-recovery.org/

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]]> What’s been going on with our brains during lockdown? What’s been going on with our brains during lockdown? Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:19:49 GMT 30:52 60dac995b8b57a001202432f false https://shows.acast.com/covid-matters/episodes/brain-neuroscience-mental-health-covid-lockdown 60dac995b8b57a001202432f 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 brain-neuroscience-mental-health-covid-lockdown Dr Dean Burnett full 3 For this episode of Covid Matters I was extremely fortunate to speak to Doctor Dean Burnett. He’s a neuroscientist, lecturer, author, blogger, podcaster, pundit, science communicator, comedian and numerous other things – and most recently he has written Psycho-Logical.


In the book he reveals what is actually going on in our brains when we suffer mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and addiction. Having listened in audiobook format I found his insights fascinating and personally helpful. It was great to find out more about his thoughts on how the lockdown has affected us, and to get a better understanding of how knowledge of how our brains work can be helpful. We also discussed how he had been personally affected, as well as what his goals with the book were – and what he’s planning next. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


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]]> For this episode of Covid Matters I was extremely fortunate to speak to Doctor Dean Burnett. He’s a neuroscientist, lecturer, author, blogger, podcaster, pundit, science communicator, comedian and numerous other things – and most recently he has written Psycho-Logical.


In the book he reveals what is actually going on in our brains when we suffer mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and addiction. Having listened in audiobook format I found his insights fascinating and personally helpful. It was great to find out more about his thoughts on how the lockdown has affected us, and to get a better understanding of how knowledge of how our brains work can be helpful. We also discussed how he had been personally affected, as well as what his goals with the book were – and what he’s planning next. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 


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]]> My experience with Long Covid and understanding its effects on children My experience with Long Covid and understanding its effects on children Thu, 24 Jun 2021 06:28:35 GMT 16:07 60d3ad5d4fea16001989ee77 false https://covidaidcharity.org/ 60d3ad5d4fea16001989ee77 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 dr-nathalie-macdermott-on-her-experiences-with-long-covid-an Dr Nathalie MacDermott full 2 Produced by covid:aid, the UK’s new national COVID-19 charity, Covid Matters is a regular podcast in which experts speak to us about the key issues facing those affected by the pandemic. We are delighted to welcome Dr Nathalie MacDermott to the show. She’s a clinical doctor and academic researcher at King's College London, sub-specialising in paediatric infectious diseases in the NHS. She also has significant experience in medical response to disaster and epidemic situations in Africa and Asia. 


Nathalie has been living with Long Covid since 2020, and has spoken publicly and powerfully about the long-term effects. Here’s an article she wrote for The Conversation in May 2021: https://theconversation.com/i-went-from-regular-tv-commentator-on-covid-to-long-covid-sufferer-in-just-a-few-months-158331


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> Produced by covid:aid, the UK’s new national COVID-19 charity, Covid Matters is a regular podcast in which experts speak to us about the key issues facing those affected by the pandemic. We are delighted to welcome Dr Nathalie MacDermott to the show. She’s a clinical doctor and academic researcher at King's College London, sub-specialising in paediatric infectious diseases in the NHS. She also has significant experience in medical response to disaster and epidemic situations in Africa and Asia. 


Nathalie has been living with Long Covid since 2020, and has spoken publicly and powerfully about the long-term effects. Here’s an article she wrote for The Conversation in May 2021: https://theconversation.com/i-went-from-regular-tv-commentator-on-covid-to-long-covid-sufferer-in-just-a-few-months-158331


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org 

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]]> Dr Nisreen Alwan MBE on the battle to count Long Covid Dr Nisreen Alwan MBE on the battle to count Long Covid Wed, 16 Jun 2021 23:05:13 GMT 23:32 60ca83aa16c352001ac64b34 false https://covidaidcharity.org 60ca83aa16c352001ac64b34 609cc60259338d07c1de4676 dr-nisreen-alwan-mbe-on-the-battle-to-count-long-covid Dr Nisreen Alwan MBE full 1 In our first episode of the Covid Matters podcast, Dr Nisreen Alwan MBE speaks to us about Long Covid: what it is, the communal ignorance surrounding it and the long battle ahead.


Produced by covid:aid, the UK’s new national COVID-19 charity, this is a regular podcast presented by charity founder Michael MacLennan in which experts speak to us about the key issues facing those affected by the pandemic. Our first guest is also one of the first appointees for covid:aid’s Expert Advisory Panel, helping guide the charity in the right direction.


Nisreen is an Associate Professor in Public Health at the University of Southampton and an Honorary Consultant in Public Health at University Hospital Southampton. Dr Alwan’s research area is maternal and child health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she has focused on the recognition and the quantification of morbidity from COVID19, having initiated the call to Count ‘Long COVID’. 


She was awarded an MBE for services to Medicine and Public Health during the pandemic in the 2021 Queen’s New Year Honours. She was also named in the BBC 100 Women 2020 list.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.]


We’d love to have you as part of our community, so please visit covidaidcharity.org

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]]> In our first episode of the Covid Matters podcast, Dr Nisreen Alwan MBE speaks to us about Long Covid: what it is, the communal ignorance surrounding it and the long battle ahead.


Produced by covid:aid, the UK’s new national COVID-19 charity, this is a regular podcast presented by charity founder Michael MacLennan in which experts speak to us about the key issues facing those affected by the pandemic. Our first guest is also one of the first appointees for covid:aid’s Expert Advisory Panel, helping guide the charity in the right direction.


Nisreen is an Associate Professor in Public Health at the University of Southampton and an Honorary Consultant in Public Health at University Hospital Southampton. Dr Alwan’s research area is maternal and child health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she has focused on the recognition and the quantification of morbidity from COVID19, having initiated the call to Count ‘Long COVID’. 


She was awarded an MBE for services to Medicine and Public Health during the pandemic in the 2021 Queen’s New Year Honours. She was also named in the BBC 100 Women 2020 list.


If you haven’t heard of us, covid:aid is the new UK charity dedicated to helping all those adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help anyone who is struggling but may not have found the correct resources or support system to help. 


By building an empowering and caring community, we provide a safe space where people’s voices can be heard, and where you can gain access to support that is specific to your needs.]


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