William Knight on overcoming isolation and regaining strength

William felt like his life was just starting to gain momentum. He had transitioned into a new career that he was excited about, he was working out regularly and he loved spending time with family and friends. As a young, healthy person he was excited about what life had in store for him.

Then, in 2021, he caught COVID at work, and he started developing intense symptoms. Heart palpitations, trouble breathing, and sudden dizziness that left the whole room spinning, even when he closed his eyes. Finding people who understood what he was going through was difficult.

Find out how William tapped into community and support online, how he was able to slowly regain his ability to push his physical limitations, and how he’s re-imaging his future.

William has joined multiple studies looking for effective Long COVID treatments, he hopes his participation will lead to answers for others.

Long COVID is one of many complex conditions that leave people feeling uncertain of where to turn for treatments and support. That’s where clinician-scientists, like Dr. Kieran Quinn, come in. This specialized group of physicians conduct research in understudied areas of care to explore new treatments that can improve health outcomes and help people get better.

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