The impact of Long COVID and the vaccine with Ibrahim Rashid | A2 THE SHOW #511

Welcome to A2 THE SHOW! In this episode, we introduce Ibrahim Rashid, a Pakistani-American with a global upbringing in South Africa, England, Nigeria, and the UAE. His diverse background has fueled a passion for social justice and a commitment to creating a better world. After a career in foreign aid, Ibrahim shifted to sustainable investing, armed with a Master's in Public Policy. He is developing Strong Haulers, a tech platform for COVID Long Haulers, and has authored "Strong Hauler: Learning to Live with Long COVID." Beyond his work, Ibrahim enjoys writing, traveling, and training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Join us as we explore his journey, insights on health, and experiences with long COVID. Learn more about Ibrahim here; https://www.ibrahimrashid.com/ Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction of hosts, Paco, and guest Ibrahim Rashid 05:30 - Impact of illness on Ibrahim's social and professional life 10:16 - Lifestyle management and acceptance for coping with long COVID 14:56 - Hosts' health concerns and personal experiences with illness 20:02 - Confronting mortality, challenges for young people, and loss of friendships 24:52 - Importance of empathy and compassion in friendships and society 30:04 - Ali's influence and lessons from living with him 35:53 - Prevalence of COVID-19 variants 41:01 - Contrarian view on vaccines and side effects 44:09 - Legal actions and public health policy on vaccines 50:57 - Preparedness for future pandemics and lessons learned 54:59 - Reflecting on global responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on public health and economy 🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog. https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms: