EP26: How Post-Viral Illness Causes Post-Exertional Malaise

Donate to ME/CFS Research: https://givecampus.com/b3yrwb   In this episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by Dr. Leonard Jason, a psychology professor at DePaul University and an expert in community research. They discuss the severe effects of long-lasting post-viral illnesses like Long COVID and post-exertional malaise (PEM).    Dr. Jason, who has led research with over $47 million in funding, shares his knowledge on the persistent impact of these conditions and the importance of understanding the body's reaction to viral infections.   Don't miss out as Dr. Jason explains how to manage these illnesses holistically, with a focus on nutrition and lifestyle changes to help improve recovery and quality of life. Tune in to learn more about these complex health issues and discover helpful management strategies. Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx   Learn more about INIM's Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html   Dr. Leonard A. Jason, Ph.D., is a prominent psychologist and professor at DePaul University, where he also directs the Center for Community Research. His main research interests include myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), which he began studying after being diagnosed in 1990, as well as violence prevention, smoking cessation, and substance abuse recovery. He has authored 28 books, published over 800 articles, and has been significantly involved in community psychology, holding editorial roles in several journals. Dr. Jason has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to psychology and community health.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonard-jason-672b87b/ Website: https://www.leonardjason.com/about/   Get Dr. Leonard Jason's book, "Understanding the Behavioral and Medical Impact of Long COVID." https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Behavioral-Medical-Impact-COVID/dp/1032442247   —-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine.  Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim #MECFS #chronicfatigue #chronicillness #postexertionalmalaise #PEM #longCOVID