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MaskTogetherAmerica on Instagram: "“I started wearing a mask since COVlD hit. It’s a smart thing to do. It’s still a pandemic. Many of my friends are immune compromised. I try to normalize masking: first, because we’re still in a pandemic, and second, because the more people mask, the more chances #immunocompromised folks have to participate safely in community events.”—Behind the powecom KN95 is Greg Pak (@gregpaknet) a writer and filmmaker best known for comic books like Planet Hulk, Magneto Testament, Darth Vadar, Mech Cadet Yu, and Ronin Island. He was interviewed by Julie Lam from #MaskTogetherAmerica at #NYCC25 @newyorkcomiccon"

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 2h

“Since I realize that I'm hardly unique, I mask to prevent spreading anything I might pick up to those who may be vulnerable or have vulnerable loved ones.”—Jon @dabunny42.bsky.social recently got the vax & posed for @msjulieslam.bsky.social #MaskTogetherAmerica at a @makeascenemn.bsky.social event

Jon, wearing glasses, a @3m Aura N95 respirator, a brown T-shirt with Cookie Monster cartoon inside a circular frame made out of illustration of ribbons and text that saya “Cookies - Gratia - Cookies” and “Tasty” on the left side and “Om Nom Nom Nom” on the top, and an illustration of a chocolate chip cookie at the bottom.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 1d

Why does Greg Pak mask up?
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Greg Pak, a renowned comic book writer and filmmaker, discusses the significance of wearing masks during the pandemic. He highlights the importance of community safety and how masking up can provide a safer environment for immunocompromised individuals. In this video, Pak emphasizes the need to normalize masking as a responsible action for the greater good.

MaskTogetherAmerica on Instagram: "“I #MaskUp because I’m immune compromised from treatments for my Long COVlD. Long COVlD nearly ruined my life, but I’m starting to thrive once more after all these years. I also mask because we all have a responsibility to keep our communities safe.”—Behind the KN95 is Jules, a Long Hauler, dressed up as Maomao from The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyūga. Jules was interviewed by Julie Lam from #MaskTogetherAmerica @newyorkcomiccon #NYCC2025 🍃"

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 1d

“I try to normalize masking: first, because we’re still in a pandemic, and second...”—Greg Pak, writer & filmmaker best known for comic books like Planet Hulk & Mech Cadat Yu, was interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social from #MaskTogetherAmerica at #NYCC25 @newyorkcomiccon.bsky.social

ALT: Greg Pak, weaing a black KN95, holding “Who Belongs?” a graphic novel he wrote in 2023 for NYC Department of Social Studies & Civics @nycschools, was tabling at his booth at the New York Comic Con #NYCC2025. Behind him were posters showing graphic novels he authored, including Mech Cadat Yu and Planet Hulk.

Why does Greg Pak mask up?
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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 1d

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In this powerful video, Jules, a Long Hauler, opens up about her experience with Long COVID and the role of masking in keeping communities safe. With her unique perspective as a Long Hauler, Jules shows us that even in the face of adversity, we have the power to make a difference. This video is a testament to the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 1d

“I mask because I’m immune compromised from treatments for my Long COVID. #LongCOVID nearly ruined my life...”—Jules dressed up as Maomao from The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyūga at #NYCC2025 @newyorkcomiccon.bsky.social. interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social
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Sitting in a wheelchair, Jules, wearing a green wig, green top and long red skirt ( a Chinese aoqun hanfu), was attending the New York Comic Con in 2025. She posed for Julie Lam, the photographer who writes for MaskTogetherAmerica’s educational platform.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 2d

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“I wear a mask because I go to many conventions and I don’t want to get sick myself or spread illness to others! My book is about a little dragon named Ember who is too small and cute to steal gold...

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MaskTogetherAmerica Long COVID Defense Series I. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 2d

Devin Elle Kurtz @devinellekurtz.bsky.social is book signing at #NYCC2025 booth 3021 2:30pm today! In an interview, Kurtz shared with #MaskTogetherAmerica @msjulieslam.bsky.social on why she wears a KF94 respirator and what her new children’s book is about.
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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 3d

“I know people that are more susceptible to sickness. I do my part to keep people safe.”—Devyn @devynnunez.bsky.social, posed for @msjulieslam.bsky.social, the #immunocompromised photographer who founded #MaskTogetherAmerica in 2020— in honor of friends that lost their lives to COVID-19.
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At NYCC, Devyn Nunez @devynnunez dressed up as #Chucky from Child’s Play, holding a Chucky doll at the New York Comic Con. Thank you Devyn and Chucky for supporting awareness! ✌️😷 Julie

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 3d

“Keep each other safe from con crud and everything else.” Kat, @theporgjedi.bsky.social, dressed up as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen in the House of the Dragon, role-modeling for #MaskTogetherAmerica
📸 @MsJulieSLam.bsky.social, reminds everyone to #MaskUp for NY Comic Con #NYCC2025
COVID is NOT over!

Kat, @theporgjedi, wearing a white wig, a black KN95 and a red gown with embroidery done with gold threads to dress up as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen in the House of the Dragon. Thank you Kat for your support! 💖😷

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 3d

“I have not gotten sick since I wear masks. Staying healthy is important to me.” Grace dressed up as Lup from the Adventure Zone, modeling to support #MaskTogetherAmerica
📸 @MsJulieSLam.bsky.social, reminding everyone to #MaskUp for New York Comic Con #NYCC2025
COVID is NOT over!

Grace(@phantasmal.n.resplendent), wearing a wig, fake ears, red cape over a black T-shirt with text that says,”You hear that Babe? We’re legends”to dress up as Lup in the Adventure Zone.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 5d

MaskTogetherAmerica Long COVID Defense forum, Fri, Nov 7, 5:00–8:30pm EST
Join patients, doctors, & their allies to combat minimization & erasure of #LongCOVID.
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Ann Wallance
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Dr. Angelique Corthals (left) and Julie Lam (right) holding MaskTogetherAmerica’s Long COVID banner representing the Long COVID community in demanding mitigation, patient care, awareness, and research funding, as well as urging the world to support long-haulers.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 4d

“So many people, so many germs! I have chronic illness. I don’t want to get COVlD again and make my life harder. Even if there wasn’t COVID, the mask prevents con crud!” Karen Walsh allegrosolutionsllc.com, author, Allegro Solutions’ Founder+CEO 📸 @msjulieslam.bsky.social #NYCC #MaskTogetherAmerica

Karen Walsh, double-masking with a black KN95 under a cloth mask made with pattern of Grogu (Baby Yoda) from the Mandalorian. Karen was wearing a pair of purple framed glasses, a black top with graphics on it. She also has multiple piercing on her eyebrows, nose and ears, multi-color mohawk hairstyle, and tattoos on her arm.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 5d

Please save the date, register and share to support our first forum of Long COVID Defense. More to follow shortly. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MaskTogetherAmerica Long COVID Defense Series I. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 5d

MaskTogetherAmerica Long COVID Defense forum, Fri, Nov 7, 5:00–8:30pm EST
Join patients, doctors, & their allies to combat minimization & erasure of #LongCOVID.
bit.ly/Join_LCDefen...
🎙️
@drcorthals.bsky.social
@solenntango.bsky.social
@adamvanbavel.bsky.social
Ann Wallance
@ancirabecky.bsky.social

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 6d

“The SFC claimed that our condition is too complex and multidisciplinary for them to deal with. So, we gathered outside their building to protest. We are fighting against the erasure of #LongCOVID..." @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social
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On Sep 26, Winslow Santé Publique rallied at the French Society of Cardiology to demand their action to address the impact of COVlD-19 on cardiovascular health. @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social was interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/masktogetheramerica/posts/pfbid0uwKZGL6JBFfidnsLA5QePSB5UaemLjkmsLiEfJ75LQPjtxws6Z3qrWu1acrgsukMl

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 6d

On Sep 26, Winslow Santé Publique rallied at the French Society of Cardiology to demand their action to address the impact of COVlD-19 on cardiovascular health. @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social was interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social www.facebook.com/masktogether...

“The SFC (French Society of Cardiology) claimed that our condition is too complex and multidisciplinary for them to deal with. So, we gathered outside their building to protest. We are fighting...

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 8d

Let’s protect people of all ages from repeated viral assaults and the chronic health conditions that follow. Prevention is essential and best with the layered approach. #MaskTogetherAmerica #CleanAir www.facebook.com/masktogether...

Children are twice as likely to develop Long COVlD after having COVlD twice, compared with children who’ve only had it once, suggests an NIH-funded study co-authored by a doctor at Lurie Children’s...

Risk of long COVID in children doubles after second COVID-19 infection, according to study by Lurie doctor

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 8d

Children are twice as likely to develop #LongCOVID after having COVID twice, compared with children who’ve only had it once, suggests an NIH-funded study co-authored by a doctor at Lurie Children’s Hospital. — Lisa Schencker, @chicagotribune.com reports. bit.ly/ChicagoTribu...

Risk of long COVID in children doubles after second COVID-19 infection, according to study co-authored by Lurie doctor.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 8d

Analysis of 465K EHR reveals: A 2nd COVID infection can triple the risk of myocarditis, the most frequent #LongCOVID -associated condition in pediatric reinfections. Inflammation of the heart muscle can severely impair cardiac function and become fatal. www.instagram.com/p/DPXewKXEfhv/

Sharing the cover of a @chicagotribune article: “Risk of long COVID in children doubles after second COVID-19 infection, according to study by Lurie doctor” by Lisa Schencker, published on September 30, 2025 in Chicago Tribune. https://bit.ly/ChicagoTribune_2ndC19_2xLCRisk

A child named Ephrem Chen (according to the caption), wearing a fitting duck-billed N95 respirator, had his sleeve up, as an IDPH nurse, wearing gloves and a loose-fitting surgical mask, gave him a COVlD booster and a flu shot at a school in Pilsen in 2023. Photo by Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune.

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“The risk of myocarditis (swelling of the heart muscle) tripled with a second COVID-19 infection compared with just one infection.”

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 9d

We invite everyone to join our PSA campaign to defend our health from #LongCOVID!
Raise awareness with us on Facebook:
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“I got the #novavax which doesn’t give me side effects. My local pharmacy let my mom know as soon as they got it and they charged us nothing.” Behind the @3m Aura is Michelle @comety_hour #UTD...

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 9d

“I got the novavax which doesn’t give me side effects. My local pharmacy let my mom know as soon as they got it and they charged us nothing.” Michelle @cometyhour.bdky.social UTD student, #MaskTogetherAmerica advocate, got the updated COVlD shot.
Let’s make PSA!
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Michelle ( comety_hour) wearing a 3M Aura N95 respirator and a cream color T-shirt with a Cartoon Snoopy and typographic motifs that promote “RECYCLE” to cut down on waste and protect our environment, has a bandage on her arm after getting her novavax COVlD shot.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 10d

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 10d

How does COVID trigger Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease & Alzheimer’s Disease in young people? Dr. Robi Tamargo explains in #MaskTogetherAmerica Back to School forum the detrimental impact of neuro COVID and why prevention is best with the layered approach. #LongCOVID
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How does COVlD trigger Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease & Alzheimer’s Disease in young people? Dr Robi E Tamargo, PsyD explains in #MaskTogetherAmerica Back to School forum the detrimental impact of...