Addressing the Lingering Effects of Coronavirus
Since the onset of the global pandemic, carcodereader.store, as a dedicated resource for automotive repair and maintenance, has also observed the widespread impact of COVID-19 on individuals’ health and well-being, which indirectly affects their ability to maintain their vehicles and daily routines. Recognizing the broader community needs, we aim to connect our audience with valuable health resources. While our expertise lies in automotive care, we understand the importance of overall wellness. This article focuses on a vital health initiative: the Post-COVID Comprehensive Assessment, Recovery and Evaluation (CARE) Program, designed to support individuals experiencing long-term effects of the virus.
The medical community has learned a great deal about COVID-19, yet the long-term consequences of this novel virus are still being understood. While many individuals fully recover from the acute phase of COVID-19, a significant portion, often referred to as “long-haulers,” experience persistent symptoms that can significantly disrupt their lives. These lingering effects can hinder their return to normal activities and overall well-being.
To address the challenges of “post-COVID syndrome” or “long COVID,” Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, in collaboration with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, has established the Post-COVID Comprehensive Assessment, Recovery and Evaluation (CARE) Program. This Covid Care Program is specifically designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals navigating their COVID-19 recovery journey.
This patient-centered covid care program works in close coordination with your primary care physician to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to recovery. A key feature of the program is its robust patient navigation system, providing personalized guidance and support throughout the recovery process. Participation in this program does not require a referral, making it easily accessible to those in need.
Understanding COVID-19 Recovery and Long-Term Symptoms
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights common long-term symptoms of COVID-19 that can impede full recovery. These include persistent fatigue, shortness of breath, cough, joint pain, and chest pain. Furthermore, many individuals experience cognitive difficulties, often described as “brain fog,” impacting thinking and concentration. Other prevalent long-term effects include depression, muscle pain, headaches, intermittent fever, and heart palpitations.
In more severe cases, COVID-19 recovery can be complicated by less common but serious long-term issues. These include inflammation of the heart muscle, lung function abnormalities, acute kidney injury, dermatological problems like rashes and hair loss, and sensory disturbances such as smell and taste disorders. Sleep disturbances, concentration and memory problems, and psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, and mood swings are also reported as long-term complications.
Under the expert leadership of Medical Director Vanessa Trespalacios, MD, an internal medicine physician with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, the covid care program utilizes the most current medical knowledge to facilitate effective COVID-19 recovery. Dr. Trespalacios and her multidisciplinary team are committed to providing evidence-based care and support to patients.
A Multidisciplinary Approach to COVID Care
Recognizing that the long-term impact of COVID-19 varies significantly and can affect multiple organ systems, this covid care program adopts a multidisciplinary approach. Patients have access to a diverse team of specialists from various medical disciplines, ensuring comprehensive and personalized care. These services include:
- Behavioral Health Services
- Cardiology
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Dentistry
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology (Multiple Sclerosis)
- Nurse Navigation
- Pediatrics
- Physiatry
- Physical, Speech, Occupational and Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Pulmonology
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Radiology
- Respiratory Therapy
Personalized Guidance with a Nurse Navigator in Your COVID Care Journey
A dedicated nurse navigator serves as a central point of contact for patients enrolled in the covid care program. This navigator provides support and guidance from the initial inquiry through treatment and throughout the COVID-19 recovery process. The nurse navigator ensures patients receive coordinated care, addresses their concerns, and helps them navigate their recovery journey effectively, exceeding expectations for patient support.
If you have experienced COVID-19 and continue to suffer from lingering symptoms for more than four weeks post-diagnosis, or if you wish to learn more about this comprehensive covid care program, please reach out via email at [email protected].
Program Location
The Post-COVID Comprehensive Assessment, Recovery and Evaluation (CARE) Program is conveniently located at:
RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center
200 South Orange Ave.
Livingston, NJ 07039
