freyja
@freyjastyrka.bsky.social
Creative lefty. Covid avoider. Arts + music + oceans + mountains = joy 🌊🌈🏞️
Here for grass roots, community, creativity, curiousity, equity & inclusion, disability advocacy, and the LC / ME/CFS crew
Here for grass roots, community, creativity, curiousity, equity & inclusion, disability advocacy, and the LC / ME/CFS crew
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I finally have gotten around to turning my google doc of where to buy masks in Aus into a proper page that's sortable and filterable. I'm keen to add more places that sell masks if you have bought from anywhere else! masks.lizduckchong.com
Australian masks database
masks.lizduckchong.com
July 21, 2025 at 12:31 PM
I finally have gotten around to turning my google doc of where to buy masks in Aus into a proper page that's sortable and filterable. I'm keen to add more places that sell masks if you have bought from anywhere else! masks.lizduckchong.com
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www.news-medical.net/news/2024071...
From last year but this impacts everyone who has caught COVID. It’s not mild it causes immune dysregulation. This we are allowing to constantly circulate through our population while we are told we are gaining mythical immunity to a barrage of viruses. Brought to
From last year but this impacts everyone who has caught COVID. It’s not mild it causes immune dysregulation. This we are allowing to constantly circulate through our population while we are told we are gaining mythical immunity to a barrage of viruses. Brought to
COVID-19 leads to long-term changes in the immune system, study shows
In a study recently published in the renowned journal "Allergy", a MedUni Vienna research team shows that COVID-19 leads to considerable long-term changes in the immune system, even in mild cases.
www.news-medical.net
March 5, 2025 at 9:05 AM
www.news-medical.net/news/2024071...
From last year but this impacts everyone who has caught COVID. It’s not mild it causes immune dysregulation. This we are allowing to constantly circulate through our population while we are told we are gaining mythical immunity to a barrage of viruses. Brought to
From last year but this impacts everyone who has caught COVID. It’s not mild it causes immune dysregulation. This we are allowing to constantly circulate through our population while we are told we are gaining mythical immunity to a barrage of viruses. Brought to
Well. Preparing a property for a cyclone with a hideous migraine is probably not the *nicest* way to spend a day. #tcalfred #tropicalcyclonealfred #spoonielife
March 5, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Well. Preparing a property for a cyclone with a hideous migraine is probably not the *nicest* way to spend a day. #tcalfred #tropicalcyclonealfred #spoonielife
TIME SENSITIVE: 3 days left!! If you’re in Australia & think disabled people, jobseekers, retirees, etc anyone in receipt of a govt payment shouldn’t be entirely financially dependent on (and potentially trapped with) their partner, PUH-LEASE sign this aph petition: www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/...
e-petitions
e-petitions
www.aph.gov.au
February 16, 2025 at 7:55 AM
TIME SENSITIVE: 3 days left!! If you’re in Australia & think disabled people, jobseekers, retirees, etc anyone in receipt of a govt payment shouldn’t be entirely financially dependent on (and potentially trapped with) their partner, PUH-LEASE sign this aph petition: www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/...
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Striking brain similarities have been detected in patients who experience Long COVID and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (#ME/CFS), in particular, a larger than normal hippocampus.
The Griffith University research, published news.griffith.edu.au/2025/02/11/l...
The Griffith University research, published news.griffith.edu.au/2025/02/11/l...
Large hippocampus detected in Long COVID and ME/CFS patients - Griffith News
Striking brain similarities have been detected in patients who experience Long COVID and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), in
news.griffith.edu.au
February 12, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Striking brain similarities have been detected in patients who experience Long COVID and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (#ME/CFS), in particular, a larger than normal hippocampus.
The Griffith University research, published news.griffith.edu.au/2025/02/11/l...
The Griffith University research, published news.griffith.edu.au/2025/02/11/l...
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These words from Charles Barkley on the state of the American political divide - oomph ❤️
"I think both parties suck. Politicians do a really great job of making us fight with each other, but it's really rich people against poor people"
"I think both parties suck. Politicians do a really great job of making us fight with each other, but it's really rich people against poor people"
January 28, 2025 at 1:58 AM
These words from Charles Barkley on the state of the American political divide - oomph ❤️
"I think both parties suck. Politicians do a really great job of making us fight with each other, but it's really rich people against poor people"
"I think both parties suck. Politicians do a really great job of making us fight with each other, but it's really rich people against poor people"
As someone who has worked in a “return to work coordinator” position before, I’m so pleased to FINALLY see some useful resources on how to help accommodate people with long covid to gradually return to work.
With the caveat of course that the degree of incapacity varies WILDLY between people /🧵
With the caveat of course that the degree of incapacity varies WILDLY between people /🧵
Medscape: 'Managing Return-to-Work Barriers for People With Long COVID'
'Through our qualitative analysis, we identified four primary return-to-work themes'
By Elisabeth A. Stelson, PhD, MSW, LSW, MPH; Gina Assaf, MSc; Lisa McCorkell
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
'Through our qualitative analysis, we identified four primary return-to-work themes'
By Elisabeth A. Stelson, PhD, MSW, LSW, MPH; Gina Assaf, MSc; Lisa McCorkell
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Managing Return-to-Work Barriers for People With Long COVID
Researchers assess what people with long COVID must deal with when trying to return to work, and how physicians can help.
www.medscape.com
January 28, 2025 at 9:07 AM
As someone who has worked in a “return to work coordinator” position before, I’m so pleased to FINALLY see some useful resources on how to help accommodate people with long covid to gradually return to work.
With the caveat of course that the degree of incapacity varies WILDLY between people /🧵
With the caveat of course that the degree of incapacity varies WILDLY between people /🧵
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What if schools could prevent sick days, teacher shortages and lost IQ points? A new COVID safety course lights the way - ABC News
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09...
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09...
Schools don't have to be hotbeds of COVID. One dad is fighting back with facts
A free online course aims to bust COVID misinformation and teach people how to stop the virus spreading in schools. But perhaps its greatest challenge is engaging people in the first place — particula...
www.abc.net.au
January 20, 2025 at 2:23 PM
What if schools could prevent sick days, teacher shortages and lost IQ points? A new COVID safety course lights the way - ABC News
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09...
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09...
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Healthcare workers…If your patient is wearing a mask you should too.
When you ask “do you want me to wear a mask?” You’re putting an undue burden on your patient
You’re refusing to acknowledge the imbalance of power that makes us feel uncomfortable saying “yes”
Just wear a mask. At all times.
When you ask “do you want me to wear a mask?” You’re putting an undue burden on your patient
You’re refusing to acknowledge the imbalance of power that makes us feel uncomfortable saying “yes”
Just wear a mask. At all times.
A Plea to Maskless Healthcare Workers from Vulnerable Patients
If you see a mask - wear a mask. Better yet - wear a mask all the time and show us you understand that we're still IN a pandemic. We are depending on you to keep us safe - please don't betray that.
www.disabledginger.com
January 20, 2025 at 4:46 AM
Healthcare workers…If your patient is wearing a mask you should too.
When you ask “do you want me to wear a mask?” You’re putting an undue burden on your patient
You’re refusing to acknowledge the imbalance of power that makes us feel uncomfortable saying “yes”
Just wear a mask. At all times.
When you ask “do you want me to wear a mask?” You’re putting an undue burden on your patient
You’re refusing to acknowledge the imbalance of power that makes us feel uncomfortable saying “yes”
Just wear a mask. At all times.
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From @ValerieJay16 on Twitter:
"German Health Minister: ‘Finally, after several round tables, #LongCOVID is available as an EBM service in practices. It is time that this serious illness is no longer seen, treated and billed as a mental disorder of the people..."
Link to OP: x.com/ValerieJay16...
"German Health Minister: ‘Finally, after several round tables, #LongCOVID is available as an EBM service in practices. It is time that this serious illness is no longer seen, treated and billed as a mental disorder of the people..."
Link to OP: x.com/ValerieJay16...
January 20, 2025 at 10:39 PM
From @ValerieJay16 on Twitter:
"German Health Minister: ‘Finally, after several round tables, #LongCOVID is available as an EBM service in practices. It is time that this serious illness is no longer seen, treated and billed as a mental disorder of the people..."
Link to OP: x.com/ValerieJay16...
"German Health Minister: ‘Finally, after several round tables, #LongCOVID is available as an EBM service in practices. It is time that this serious illness is no longer seen, treated and billed as a mental disorder of the people..."
Link to OP: x.com/ValerieJay16...
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My hot take is that joy is good
January 20, 2025 at 3:15 AM
My hot take is that joy is good
Such an interesting piece of the puzzle - I haven’t yet read the attached journal article (too tired, quelle surprise 😏) - bookmarking for later and thought I’d share.
We already knew that microglia function better during sleep. What we’ve recently learned is that the glymphatic system—also known as the brain’s self-washing system—works most effectively during non-REM sleep. 1/3
January 20, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Such an interesting piece of the puzzle - I haven’t yet read the attached journal article (too tired, quelle surprise 😏) - bookmarking for later and thought I’d share.
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Latvia (pop. 1.9 M) has installed CO2 sensors in 14,000 classrooms to monitor indoor air quality in real time. Measurements are freely available at co2.mesh.lv/home/dashboard. A tremendous effort in transparency and prevention. Other similar initiatives: letsair.org#early
January 15, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Latvia (pop. 1.9 M) has installed CO2 sensors in 14,000 classrooms to monitor indoor air quality in real time. Measurements are freely available at co2.mesh.lv/home/dashboard. A tremendous effort in transparency and prevention. Other similar initiatives: letsair.org#early
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Babe, what's wrong? You've hardly touched your Wu-Tang Flan.
January 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Babe, what's wrong? You've hardly touched your Wu-Tang Flan.
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“Living within the constraints of moderate ME is a gruelling grind, the last thing I needed to do – or any of us needs to do – is begin comparing our lives & our achievements to others”
From “Past history & the now”
solongasicanbreathe.wordpress.com/2025/01/13/p...
By a published writer with #MEcfs
From “Past history & the now”
solongasicanbreathe.wordpress.com/2025/01/13/p...
By a published writer with #MEcfs
Past history and the now
Living with ME means I often forget about my past life and all I was once able to do. For me, today is about the now, and that now is eating breakfast, resting, making lunch, resting, etc. I’…
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January 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
“Living within the constraints of moderate ME is a gruelling grind, the last thing I needed to do – or any of us needs to do – is begin comparing our lives & our achievements to others”
From “Past history & the now”
solongasicanbreathe.wordpress.com/2025/01/13/p...
By a published writer with #MEcfs
From “Past history & the now”
solongasicanbreathe.wordpress.com/2025/01/13/p...
By a published writer with #MEcfs
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There’s a lot of ghouls saying David Lynch “deserved” emphysema because he was a smoker
No one deserves disability. We’ll almost ALL experience it at some point in our lives. Health is not guaranteed
Smoking is incredibly hard to quit and he did it. He gets props for that. 🧵
No one deserves disability. We’ll almost ALL experience it at some point in our lives. Health is not guaranteed
Smoking is incredibly hard to quit and he did it. He gets props for that. 🧵
January 18, 2025 at 2:58 AM
There’s a lot of ghouls saying David Lynch “deserved” emphysema because he was a smoker
No one deserves disability. We’ll almost ALL experience it at some point in our lives. Health is not guaranteed
Smoking is incredibly hard to quit and he did it. He gets props for that. 🧵
No one deserves disability. We’ll almost ALL experience it at some point in our lives. Health is not guaranteed
Smoking is incredibly hard to quit and he did it. He gets props for that. 🧵
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This is a very useful evacuation checklist. What to grab, based on how much time you have yo get out. Printing this one and keeping it handy.
January 15, 2025 at 2:40 AM
This is a very useful evacuation checklist. What to grab, based on how much time you have yo get out. Printing this one and keeping it handy.
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This brings a tear to my eye every single time.
January 9, 2025 at 10:00 PM
This brings a tear to my eye every single time.
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Good essay, and it applies to public health communication, as well.
"The gap between scientific understanding and public reception seems to widen with each passing crisis....our expertise has become a barrier rather than a bridge."
"The gap between scientific understanding and public reception seems to widen with each passing crisis....our expertise has become a barrier rather than a bridge."
ICYMI a great #scicomm piece from @unbiasedscipod.bsky.social this week.
It resonates - perhaps partly because I try to publicly communicate as if I'm talking to my grandma or high school friends.
What do you all think?🛟🧪🩺
theunbiasedscipod.substack.com/p/the-cost-o...
It resonates - perhaps partly because I try to publicly communicate as if I'm talking to my grandma or high school friends.
What do you all think?🛟🧪🩺
theunbiasedscipod.substack.com/p/the-cost-o...
The Cost of Failed Science Communication: Lessons from Los Angeles
Expertise Without Connection Leaves Us Talking to Ourselves
theunbiasedscipod.substack.com
January 13, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Good essay, and it applies to public health communication, as well.
"The gap between scientific understanding and public reception seems to widen with each passing crisis....our expertise has become a barrier rather than a bridge."
"The gap between scientific understanding and public reception seems to widen with each passing crisis....our expertise has become a barrier rather than a bridge."
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‘Mutant’ Covid-19 wave hits Queensland.
"The latest wave has come as a result of the newest Covid-19 strain – XEC"
"Almost 1 in 5 Queenslander hit with COVID-19 this year were hospitalised"
Source: www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...
"The latest wave has come as a result of the newest Covid-19 strain – XEC"
"Almost 1 in 5 Queenslander hit with COVID-19 this year were hospitalised"
Source: www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...
December 27, 2024 at 1:00 AM
‘Mutant’ Covid-19 wave hits Queensland.
"The latest wave has come as a result of the newest Covid-19 strain – XEC"
"Almost 1 in 5 Queenslander hit with COVID-19 this year were hospitalised"
Source: www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...
"The latest wave has come as a result of the newest Covid-19 strain – XEC"
"Almost 1 in 5 Queenslander hit with COVID-19 this year were hospitalised"
Source: www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...
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First I've heard from the new (unannounced?) QLD CHO Dr Heidi Carroll.
"sharp increase"
"COVID-19 is not going away"
"I'm very concerned"
"We can halt the momentum"
A change in tone vs her predecessor.
No actual policy changes & no reporting for 3 weeks, so I don't expect any impact on this wave.
"sharp increase"
"COVID-19 is not going away"
"I'm very concerned"
"We can halt the momentum"
A change in tone vs her predecessor.
No actual policy changes & no reporting for 3 weeks, so I don't expect any impact on this wave.
December 27, 2024 at 3:57 AM
First I've heard from the new (unannounced?) QLD CHO Dr Heidi Carroll.
"sharp increase"
"COVID-19 is not going away"
"I'm very concerned"
"We can halt the momentum"
A change in tone vs her predecessor.
No actual policy changes & no reporting for 3 weeks, so I don't expect any impact on this wave.
"sharp increase"
"COVID-19 is not going away"
"I'm very concerned"
"We can halt the momentum"
A change in tone vs her predecessor.
No actual policy changes & no reporting for 3 weeks, so I don't expect any impact on this wave.
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Each Covid infection ⬆️ yr chance of developing #LongCovid. Abt 1/2 of ppl w LC will go on to develop myalgic encephalomyelitis #mecfs, a disabling chronic illness affecting the immune, metabolic, neurological & autonomic systems. 25% of ppl w ME/CFS are bedbound/housebound. Don't join our club!
December 21, 2024 at 6:12 AM
Each Covid infection ⬆️ yr chance of developing #LongCovid. Abt 1/2 of ppl w LC will go on to develop myalgic encephalomyelitis #mecfs, a disabling chronic illness affecting the immune, metabolic, neurological & autonomic systems. 25% of ppl w ME/CFS are bedbound/housebound. Don't join our club!