There is increasing evidence that even "mild" cases of Covid-19 can have some long standing effects, including:
  • shortness of breath
  • fatigue
  • chest pain
  • dizziness
  • joint pain
  • "brain fog" - cognitive dysfunction, poor concentration, memory lapse
People may be struggling to return to pre-illness function - unable to work or participate in their usual activities.  This can lead to anxiety, frustration and depression - especially if they are not taken seriously by the medical profession.  We are here to help.  We offer one-on-one virtual appointments to accommodate the increased effort required to attend medical appointments.  We are up to date on the latest Long COVID research and use knowledge and strategies from other post-viral illnesses such as ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis.  We also have group programming available, which helps connect you to a community of people living with Long COVID. 

The BREATHE program is an innovative program to help individuals manage the many symptoms of Long COVID.  The program is facilitated by a team of individuals knowledgeable in Long COVID and other complex health conditions.  We include individuals with lived experience as part of our team members.  
  • Fatigue/Post exertional malaise management 
  • Breathlessness
  • Dysautonomia and other comorbidities (POTS, MCAS, etc)
  • Sleep/relaxation
  • Cognitive support
  • Coping with a new illness/disability
  • Self-advocacy
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Sessions are conducted via Zoom and runs for 10 weeks.  Each week there will be pre-recorded content for you to watch at your own pace, and then a 90 minute live discussion once per week. All participants will have a 30 minute pre-screening video session with a physiotherapist prior to the start of the program.  

​If you would like to donate to the program, please visit https://www.synaptichealth.ca/​ .  Under "Support Us," choose "Donate."  Please add in the comments the donation is for BREATHE so funds can be directed accordingly.
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