Hi Brydieh, I hope that you're having a lovely morning so far. Thankyou for reaching out and asking this important question! You will not have to be a facebook member to join / participate in this forum. My apologies if the above messaging gave you the impression that you had to be a facebook member! Thanks Brydieh. Please reach out if you have any other questions or concerns 🙂 Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Alan, Okay great - I'll work on this shortly. I am thinking perhaps a pinned post towards the top of the forum categories to trial whether this is something that will resonate with the rest of the community! Many thanks for the suggestion. Enjoy the rest of your day. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Alan, I hope that you're doing well today. Sorry for the delay in responding to your comment. Thankyou for the suggestion! Just to clarify, you're thinking that it would be a good idea to have separate categories (in relation to treatments and experience with the medical system) within the 'I have Long COVID category?' Thanks Alan! Warmest, Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Michaels, Oh great! What wonderful news! Thankyou for sharing Michaels. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi everyone! A very warm welcome to our new community members who have just recently joined the forum - @Tammy @Gareth @Ket @Sarah-Jane @Milo @Alex - if you haven't already done so, we would love for you to introduce yourselves here and to tell us a bit about your experience of Long COVID. If you need any assistance with navigating the site (or any other questions or concerns!), please reach out. Warmest, Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Alex, Yes it's still active and moderated. We've found that engagement on the forum certainly comes in waves. Thankyou for confirming! Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Alex, Thankyou for your introduction! It's so very lovely to have you join our community. And please let me know if you need any assistance with the forum. We have a few different categories but at the end of the day, this forum is completely yours to use however you feel comfortable so you're welcome to post wherever you like! Your hobbies / interests / career sound fantastic - I hope that you're able to get back to enjoying them all soon. Thanks for sharing, Alex. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning 😊 A very warm welcome to our new community members who have just recently joined the forum - @Suzannewarby @Gill @Angela C @Bette Nelson - if you're feeling up to it and you're comfortable doing so, we would love for you to introduce yourselves here and to tell us a bit about your experience of Long COVID. If you need any assistance with navigating the site (or any other questions or concerns!), please reach out. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Alan, I hope that you're enjoying your morning so far Welcome to the forum! Thankyou for your generous introduction. I am very sorry to hear about your ongoing symptoms. Please reach out Alan if you need any assistance whilst navigating the site. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi Gerry, Thankyou for much for pointing these out! I will amend immediately. And thankyou for joining the forum - please reach out if you need any assistance with navigating the site. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hello everyone, happy Tuesday. How is everyone doing? A very warm welcome to our new community members who have just recently joined the forum - @Brainhealthforall @Alan @Neil Duncan @Gerry Hatton @Trisha - if you're feeling up to it and you're comfortable doing so, we would love for you to introduce yourselves here and to tell us a bit about your experience of Long COVID. If you need any assistance with navigating the site (or any other questions or concerns!), please reach out. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hello Karen! Thankyou for your introduction. I am very sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing and the impact that Long COVID has posed on your life. I can imagine that living alone may be difficult at times - I am very glad to hear that your friends and family are proving you with care and support. Thanks Karen I hope that you have a lovely day - please reach out if you need any assistance Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning Steve, Thankyou for introducing yourself to your fellow community members! It certainly sounds like it would be difficult to navigate work meetings whilst managing the fatigue associated Long COVID. I am happy to hear that you're able to work from home. Thanks Steve - please reach out if you need any assistance. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hello everyone 😀 I hope that you're all doing well! I'm thrilled to welcome our new community members who have just recently joined - @SteveDM @Nicole @Valeria @katiekoogreenie @Gee @Anna - if you're feeling up to it and you're comfortable doing so, we would love for you to introduce yourselves here and to tell us a bit about your experience of Long COVID. If you need any assistance with navigating the site (or any other questions or concerns!), please reach out. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning @Deb I hope that you're having a lovely morning so far. Thankyou for sharing your story so generously. I am very sorry to hear that you have been navigating this condition since the beginning of the pandemic. What I really wanted to point out, which I find very inspiring and so important, is your intention of keeping in contact with your friends and the beautiful lessons gained in regards to this. Please reach out if you need any assistance with navigating the site / forum! Thankyou again. My warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning @brad.gunn - thankyou for your introduction and for sharing your experience of Long COVID - your collection of symptoms sound very taxing. I hope that you're feeling supported by those around you as you navigate the condition. I wanted to say that I am really pleased to hear that you feel a 'huge weight lifted' since you have found others with a similar lived experience. I hope that this forum can provide you with some support, reassurance and connection. Please reach out if you need any assistance! Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning @Virge - thankyou for joining the site and for your introduction! I look forward to connecting with you in the forum. I am very sorry to hear about the collection of symptoms that you're struggling with - they all sound very difficult and emotionally draining. I hope that you're gaining the support that you need as you learn about, manage and recovery from this condition. Please reach out if you require any assistance with navigating the forum! Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning @Nic - Thankyou for sharing your story. Firstly I am very sorry to hear about your symptoms and the effect Long COVID has posed on your life. It is great to heat that you're attending a Respiratory Specialist this week - hopefully they can provide you with some support and guidance as to how to manage and recover from the condition. I also hope that you have the support around you within your friend and family networks (and that this forum can provide you with said support and connection!). Please reach out if you require any assistance with navigating the site! Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Hi @KJ Thankyou for your generous contribution - I am certain the researchers will be greatly appreciative! Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin

Good morning everyone! Welcome to our new community members! @brad.gunn @Jessie 🐙 @Nic @Virge @Kirsty Hillhouse @Deb @Jenn @Vivian We would love for you to introduce yourselves here and to tell us a bit about your experience of Long COVID. If you need any assistance with navigating the site (or any other questions or concerns!), please reach out. Warmest, Sally Long COVID Support Admin