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Kelly O'Brien
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Physical Therapist and Researcher, Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Episodic Disability and Rehabilitation
University of Toronto
https://www.physicaltherapy.utoronto.ca/kelly-obrien
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Long Covid affects around 6 in every 100 people who get COVD-19.

People of any age and health status can get Long Covid.

www.who.int/europe/event...

#MythBusters #HealthSecurity #LongCovidKids #HealthInformationIntegrity #WHO #LongCovid
Long Covid affects around 6 in every 100 people who get COVD-19. People of any age and health status can get Long Covid. Red human body graphic and the WHO logo.
January 30, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Believing that certain groups are immune relies on wishful thinking - it feels true because it's simple and comforting.

BUT this false sense of safety may lead people to underestimate risk and overlook those affected.

#MythBusters #HealthSecurity #LongCovidKids #HealthInformationIntegrity #WHO
Believing that certain groups are immune relies on wishful thinking - it feels true because it's simple and comforting. BUT this false sense of safety may lead people to underestimate risk and overlook those affected. A picture of symptoms written in different colours.
January 30, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Long Covid can affect anyone who has had COVID-19, regardless of age or health.

#MythBusters #HealthSecurity #LongCovidKids #HealthInformationIntegrity #WHO
Kitty, from the UK was a health, active 14-year-old who loved ballet and sport. After catching COVID-19 in early 2020, she developed Long Covid. Today at 19, she uses a wheelchair and still experiences fatigue, chronic pain, and episodes of passing out. The picture shows a photo of a teenage girl with long fair hair and glasses, she is smiling, standing in a garden with field and trees behind her. It is a sunny day with blue sky.
January 30, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Today is the launch of the Myth-busters: debunking #LongCovid myths and misconceptions.

We are pleased to have supported the development of these resources with The World Health Organisation.

www.who.int/europe/event...

#MythBusters #HealthSecurity #LongCovidKids #HealthInformationIntegrity #WHO
Long Covid can affect anyone who has had COVID-19, regardless of age or health. WHO logo Despite this face, myths persist that 'being young and fit protects you from Long Covid'. This is false. The phot shows a teenage girl on her paddle board in the sea. She is standing up holding a paddle, a small dog is wearing a life jacket on the back of the board. The sky shows a sunset and is shining on the water.
January 30, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Remember to submit an abstract for the poster presentations for the 2026 International Forum on COVID Rehabilitation Research. Submissions are due TOMORROW! Review the guidelines for submission and submit here tinyurl.com/2s3ubuuf @kellyobrien25.bsky.social @drjillcameron.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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Registration is NOW OPEN! Join us on Friday April 17, 2026 for the 2026 International Forum on COVID Rehabilitation Research. This is a FREE hybrid event! Register with this link: tinyurl.com/ydv7a9a9 @uoftmedicine.bsky.social @kellyobrien25.bsky.social @drjillcameron.bsky.social
Promotional Poster for the 2026 International Forum on COVID Rehabilitation Research
January 5, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Visitez la page soumission des abrégés du site Web du congrès pour en savoir plus sur les thèmes de chaque volet et connaître les lignes directrices concernant les abrégés. www.cahr-acrv.ca/fr/congres/s... #ACRV2026 (2/2)
Soumission des Abrégés – ACRV
Vous pouvez dès maintenant présenter vos abrégés. Cliquez ICI pour déposer votre abrégé maintenant. Le Comité scientifique de l’ACRV 2026 souhaite recevoir des abrégés dans les domaines suivants : Sci...
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January 9, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED

The abstract deadline has been extended until Tuesday, January 13th. Visit the Abstract Submission page of the conference website for more information on the subjects within each track and submission guidelines. www.cahr-acrv.ca/conference/a... #CAHR2026
Abstract Submission – CAHR
Abstract submissions are now being accepted. CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT NOW The CAHR 2026 Scientific Committee invites abstracts in the areas of: Basic Science, Clinical Science, Epidemiology ...
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January 9, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Abstract submissions for poster presentations at the 2026 International Forum on COVID Rehabilitation Research is NOW OPEN! The deadline to submit is Friday January 30! Share your #COVIDRehab research! Review the guidelines for submission and submit here tinyurl.com/2s3ubuuf
January 6, 2026 at 6:50 PM
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@sunsopeningband.bsky.social @uoftmedicine.bsky.social @longcovidphysio.bsky.social @apresj20.bsky.social @longcovidsupport.bsky.social @longcovidkids.bsky.social @breathewellphysio.bsky.social
uoftcovidrehab.bsky.social Rehabilitation Science Research Network for COVID @uoftcovidrehab.bsky.social · Oct 8
New Event: Join us for the Fireside Chat: Deep dive into activity, movement, PESE and PEM in the context of Long COVID and Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions. Visit our website for more information and to register! tinyurl.com/33hd3r2a
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October 8, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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New Event: Join us for the Fireside Chat: Deep dive into activity, movement, PESE and PEM in the context of Long COVID and Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions. Visit our website for more information and to register! tinyurl.com/33hd3r2a
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October 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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September 29, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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5 years ago, we announced a landmark $250M gift from James and Louise Temerty and the Temerty Foundation. It launched a new era for medicine at @UofT – strengthening discovery, collaboration, innovation, equity and learner well-being across #TemertyMed bit.ly/4nkri2J
In recognition of the Temerty’s transformational gift, U of T’s Faculty of Medicine was renamed in their honour.
Five years ago, a landmark $250-million gift from James and Louise Temerty and the Temerty Foundation launched a new era for medicine at the University of Toronto — empowering what is now known as…
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September 24, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Before COVID-19 had a name, #TemertyMed's high containment lab mobilized to study it. Backed by the Temertys' gift, the lab helped Canada isolate the virus, test treatments, and safely reuse PPE, working around the clock to support the national response. bit.ly/4pFseA2
September 26, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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CAHR is proud to support this exciting KTE event on HIV, Aging, and Rehabilitation.
cihrrc.bsky.social CIHRRC @cihrrc.bsky.social · Sep 24
📅Save the date:

CIHHRC, @cahr-acrv.bsky.social, and HIV in Motion are hosting a Café Scientifique on November 27th at 12pm EST.

This free, virtual event will feature research and practice updates on HIV, Aging, and Rehabilitation.

Registration is now open! forms.office.com/r/sRmnWpSLGx
September 26, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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📅Save the date:

CIHHRC, @cahr-acrv.bsky.social, and HIV in Motion are hosting a Café Scientifique on November 27th at 12pm EST.

This free, virtual event will feature research and practice updates on HIV, Aging, and Rehabilitation.

Registration is now open! forms.office.com/r/sRmnWpSLGx
September 24, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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cihrrc.bsky.social CIHRRC @cihrrc.bsky.social · Sep 24
📅Save the date:

CIHHRC, @cahr-acrv.bsky.social, and HIV in Motion are hosting a Café Scientifique on November 27th at 12pm EST.

This free, virtual event will feature research and practice updates on HIV, Aging, and Rehabilitation.

Registration is now open! forms.office.com/r/sRmnWpSLGx
September 25, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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✨ Fireside Chat Ep 24 ✨
📅 Wed 17 Sept | 18:00 BST | YouTube Live

'Muscle & Movement: Rethinking Long Covid & ME/CFS'

Dr Rob Wust and @binitakane.bsky.social on why PEM is nothing like deconditioning and what research reveals about muscle changes in these conditons.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=8i4i...
Fireside Chat Series | Episode 24 | #Mitochondria & #Muscle: Rethinking Long COVID and #ME/CFS
YouTube video by The Long Covid Clinic: What You CAN Do
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September 12, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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uoftcovidrehab.bsky.social
New publication: Establishing a framework of measurement for use in Long COVID research and practice: protocol for a scoping review involving evidence review and consultation
@longcovidweb.bsky.social

Read it below:

bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/9...
Establishing a framework of measurement for use in Long COVID research and practice: protocol for a scoping review involving evidence review and consultation
Introduction Our aim is to develop a Framework of Measurement for people living with Long COVID and their caregivers for use in Long COVID research and clinical practice. Specifically, we will charact...
bmjopen.bmj.com
September 2, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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cihrrc.bsky.social
Congratulations to Dr. Francisco Ibáñez-Carrasco for the publication of the paper "Qualitative insights from an online community-based exercise intervention for persons living with HIV"

Read it here:
www.frontiersin.org/journals/reh...
Frontiers | Qualitative insights from an online community-based exercise intervention for persons living with HIV
IntroductionOnline community-based exercise (CBE) is a rehabilitation strategy that can promote health outcomes among people living with HIV. We aimed to des...
www.frontiersin.org
August 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Congratulations to Dr. Chavon Niles, 2025-2026 Catalyst Grant recipient for the project ‘Untold Stories of Long COVID: A Photovoice and Narrative Study Among Black and Racialized Communities in Ontario’.
@drjillcameron.bsky.social @kellyobrien25.bsky.social
Rehabilitation Science Research Network for COVID
rehabcovidnetwork.med.utoronto.ca
August 19, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Congratulations to Dr. Euson Yeung, 2025-2026 Catalyst Grant recipient for the project 'Defining Entry-Level Competencies for Safe Rehabilitation of Individuals with Post-Exertional Malaise: A Delphi Study’. @drjillcameron.bsky.social @kellyobrien25.bsky.social
August 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Published today 📣

Community Engagement in #LongCOVID Research: Process, Evaluation and Recommendations From the Long COVID and Episodic Disability Study onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Community Engagement in Long Covid Research: Process, Evaluation and Recommendations From the Long COVID and Episodic Disability Study
Introduction Long Covid and other infection-associated chronic condition communities have been integral in advocating for patient engagement in all stages of research, from design and conduct, and i.....
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
August 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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cihrrc.bsky.social CIHRRC @cihrrc.bsky.social · Jul 31
Congratulations to Dr. Tai-Te Su on the publication "Goals in motion: exploring goal setting among adults living with
HIV who participated in an online community-based exercise intervention".
Read it here: t.co/yRT0EVfxsa
https://doi.org/10.3389/fresc.2025.1644139
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July 31, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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cihrrc.bsky.social CIHRRC @cihrrc.bsky.social · Jul 31
Congratulations to Dr. Tai-Te Su on the publication "Goals in motion: exploring goal setting among adults living with
HIV who participated in an online community-based exercise intervention".
Read it here: t.co/yRT0EVfxsa
https://doi.org/10.3389/fresc.2025.1644139
t.co
July 31, 2025 at 8:51 PM