To mark World ME Day in May 2023, Mlindeni Gabela hosted a Long Covid awareness event at the Isivivana Centre, Khayelitsha as part of international celebrations for Blue Sunday the Tea Party for ME. Many thanks to keynote speaker Dr Uvi Naidoo and the team at the ME CFS Foundation South Africa for their contributions to making the afternoon such a success.
The SICK team offers educational Long Covid awareness workshops, sharing their stories to assist with swift diagnosis and prevent long term illness. Sessions stress the importance of mask-wearing and ventilation (HEPA filters) in enclosed spaces to protect from infection and avoid permanent disability.
In partnership with the World ME Alliance and the ME CFS Foundation South Africa, we offer:
a) 45 minute workshop on Long Covid recognition and management
b) leaflets to distribute to raise awareness about Long Covid prevention
c) counselling for individuals plus guidance for institutions on practical accommodations to help keep energy-impaired people in work.
Workshops and guidance available in isiXhosa, isiZulu, English and Afrikaans.
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