Episodic disabilities are chronic health conditions characterized by fluctuating periods and degrees of illness and wellness. These periods can be unpredictable in duration, types of symptoms and frequency of recurrence. The unpredictable nature of episodic disabilities can lead to many challenges for people living with these conditions. It can have a negative impact on meaningful community participation, employment, income security, social inclusion, and access to care. These challenges are amplified when the nature of people’s disabilities is misunderstood or goes unrecognized. This is one of the significant barriers faced today by people experiencing the complexities of Long COVID. (Realize, 2022)
