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This week: Neurological effects of COVID-19; how the disease impacts the kidneys; spiritual care

COVID-19 can impact the neurological system and some doctors have noted strokes in some patients. In this "HealthLink on Air" interview, Upstate neurologist Hesham Masoud discusses the neurological impact of the disease and explains why some patients report a loss of taste and smell. Masoud specializes in endovascular surgical neuroradiology.

Also this week, nephrologist Sri Narsipur talks about how the disease affects the kidneys and the Rev. Terry Culbertson discusses spiritual care during the coronavirus pandemic. Listen this Sunday, May 10 at 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. for "HealthLink on Air."