submitted by Kristin Giron Stewart
Kristin Giron Stewart, her husband, Chris and children Jake and Bella of Lower Burrell, all were stricken with covid-19 this summer. Kristin, who was hospitalized for 13 days, continues to battle a host of lingering symptoms known as long haulers syndrome.
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When Kristin Giron Stewart was discharged from UPMC St. Margaret hospital after a 13-day battle with covid-19 over the summer, she thought she was well on her way to recovery.
The 47-year-old Lower Burrell woman grew frustrated and frightened as the days wore on, and she continued to struggle with a rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, brain fog and depression.