Two Lives Rebecca & Joan Video

Two Lives Rebecca & Joan Video

Two Lives – One Story is a deeply personal video that reflects the reality of those living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and the strikingly similar symptoms within one subset of Long Covid patients. It is an honest portrayal of loss, resilience, and the long struggle for recognition. 
 

 

The parallels between past and present patients highlights the urgent need for awareness, research, and education, and exposes a persistent issue: the medical community’s longstanding neglect of M.E. 

 

The video starkly reveals the consequences of this oversight.

 

The two patients featured live 40 miles apart which made recording together incredibly difficult—the project took 5 months, to eventually, navigate the many challenges they faced in the hurdles of meeting up for an hour and after weeks of scripting their message online. 

Patients form deep friendships through unique shared struggles with M.E. and Long Covid, stigma, and disbelief. Facing skepticism and isolation, they find solace in each other—offering support, understanding, and validation in a way no one else can. 
 

We know this may be difficult to watch. However, we hope our shared journey encourages healthcare providers and decision-makers to reflect on the added burden of stigma and disbelief. 
 

Greater understanding will eventually lead to better care, compassionate policies, and much-needed research.

 

Thank you for watching, for listening, and for being part of this journey toward a better future.
Rebecca & Joan 💙