Make Visible: Complex Chronic Illness Explored

Visible with Emily Kate Stephens
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Oct 3, 2024 • 45min

#2 How heart rate and symptoms are connected with Cardiologist Dr Boon Lim

Dr. Boon Lim, a cardiologist and electrophysiology expert, shares his insights on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). He highlights the complexities of diagnosing autonomic dysfunction and the importance of detailed patient history coupled with the tilt table test. Dr. Lim discusses how hydration impacts patients' ability to manage symptoms and stresses the significance of movement for those with POTS or long COVID. His humble approach and practical strategies aim to empower patients, making a significant impact on their daily lives.
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Sep 18, 2024 • 41min

#1 Patient Power: scientific and policy progress with Patient Led Research Collaborative (PLRC)

Hannah Davis and Lisa McCorkell from the Patient Led Research Collaborative (PLRC) highlight their groundbreaking work in patient-driven research on Long Covid and related conditions. They discuss their advocacy achieved through collaborations with organizations like the CDC and WHO, including the introduction of the Long Covid Moonshot Act aimed at securing $1 billion for research annually. Additionally, they launch the Patient-Generated Hypotheses Journal to empower patients in shaping research questions, emphasizing the vital role of lived experiences in addressing chronic illnesses.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 2min

Make Visible: Trailer

Introducing Make Visible, the podcast shining a light on complex chronic illness. Join us every two weeks as journalist Emily Kate Stephens uses her experience of living with an energy limiting condition to bring us the latest research and insights from the world’s leading experts, scientists and healthcare professionals.  Including ME/CFS, Long Covid, EDS, Fibromyalgia, POTS, and more, we delve into the science of invisible illness. makevisible.com

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