An Update On Dianna's Health 

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I hope she recovers much earlier and surprise us all, but in the mean time, she is constantly on my mind, with all the best wishes.

Quick shout-out to Dianna's husband. Being a full-time caregiver and watching a loved one suffer is ROUGH, and I hope he's getting the help he needs.

Her editor has posted an update on Facebook, She is feeling a bit better since the past few weeks!

I found out about this channel and Dianna when I was just watching RU-vid videos at 3am. In those few short videos, I learned so much more than I could've expected and it filled me with so much joy and curiosity. Then I finally find her channel again only for my heart to break to know that this is happening to her. I pray that she will recover and that she'll be better than ever, and I am so thankful she has so many wonderful people around her looking out for her and providing for her. Hopefully one day I'll open up RU-vid to see that she's better and she can teach us about the wonder of this world again.

I met Dianna briefly at Vidcon in 2019. The idea of such a fun, energetic person having to endure all this is truly heartbreaking. Thank you so much for taking care of her. Hang in there.

Thank you for being such a great physics teacher! I hope you'll get well soon.

Its been 8 months. I hope Dianna is doing better and recovering. You have my best wishes and prayers! I hope this can help.❤

This breaks my heart. We need more people in the world like Dianna. I hope this donation can make a small difference.

I have ME/CFS, and it can be debilitating. I just want to let you know that a year and a half ago, I was stuck in bed and my family had to look after me because I couldn't do anything for myself. Now I'm in my first year of my degree, and I'm slowly gaining back my independence. It's not perfect and recovery isn't easy, but it's definitely possible and it does get better

The fact that Chronic Fatigue is not classed as a disability infuriates me. I have Chronic Fatigue, this time last year I could only make it to the bathroom if i dragged myself along the floor. Ive improved but I'm always flaring up. I have to be so careful. All the best to everyone ❤

Hope recovery is going well. I am praying for y’all.

Dianna has played a significant part in my daughter’s love for science. I can’t thank her enough for that. I hope she recovers soon and gets back to inspiring a new generation of kids to fall in love with science. Praying for her speedy recovery.

For people wondering, there was an update a few days ago on her Patreon! The news is neutral, i suppose, stating that she hasn't made any significant improvements as most of the progress consists of stutter steps, moving forward then back just as quickly. At the least, it seems that she's improved from where she was when she was first hospitalized, but the recovery doesnt appear to be swift. However, the tone of the post (which asks for cute photos of dogs and words of encouragement) implies that Dianna was able to communicate needs verbally, so that's something. However, if i had to guess, we likely won't be hearing about a miraculous recovery anytime soon.

Hi, I’m new to this channel. I have had a couple of scares with covid within my family but I’ve never witnessed something this debilitating. I know it isn’t much, but I wanted to show that I support you all on the road to recovery. Family and friends too, it’s not easy to have something like this happen and not be able to do anything about it. I’m praying for her recovery to speed up.

I was never a viewer of this channel, just randomly stumbled upon a short with a lot of really lovely comments. this situation is breaking my heart. dianna seems like such a vibrant, intelligent, and kind person. I really hope that something good happens soon. I see a lot of people hoping for a miraculous breakthrough, and I can't deny that it would be great. however, she needs to take her time. great things can't happen overnight and hopefully this will take a turn for the better soon. I hope her husband, family, and friends are doing well too. since I help take care of my mom I know it can be really scary. but you guys are truly amazing for holding on and helping out and telling about your day. I bet she appreciates that all more than you know.

Get well soon, Dianna. You can do this!

It’s been heartbreaking to watch Dianna go through this, not only because she’s such an incredible ambassador for physics and science who has inspired more people of all ages than most science communicators could dream of, but she’s clearly so universally loved by fans and fellow creators (which is rare!) I’ve got long COVID patients affected in different ways and it’s so frustrating and disappointing that we have so little to offer. Right now. Let’s hope that changes. Thank you Dianna’s Mom, Kyle, Levi, Simone. Get well soon Physics Girl ❤

I just discovered this channel and now im heartbroken 😢 people forget how serious covid can be. Im in my 30s, generally healthy, and covid messed up my life for several months. Even 6 months later i still get exhausted way more easily and my lungs dont feel right. Nothing like dianna is going through but its happeneing more often than people realize, even to perfectly healthy people. Really to find someone who can make learning fun and inspire curiosity across ages is so wonderful. Humanity needs more of diana. Really wishing her all the best.

Stumbled across the channel today from a short of a glass bottle. I wish Diana the best and that her health improves.

In all my 60 years of loving physics there have been few who could explain concepts like Dianna can. Here's hoping for a complete recovery -- the world needs people like you.

Hang in there Dianna, you've changed so many lives. Thank you so much for all you've done!! ♥♥♥

I was diagnosed with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and central sensitization syndrome in 2012. I had been sick with what I thought was a bad cold a few months earlier. The first few years were very difficult and I could barely function. But slowly over time my symptoms have improved to the point that (most of the time) I can function pretty normally. I still get flare ups from time to time but they come and go. I’m really wishing for the best for you. I’ve been there and I know it’s hard, but there is always a chance your condition will improve. I sincerely hope that it does.

Those wondering, she just recently posted on her IG She dressed as the Wicked Witch that was crushed by the house 😂🤣😂 She's recovering

I have suffered from ME and fatigue for years, and last November my recovery had been so great that the diagnosis was retracted. I hope the same will happen for you. Get well, Physicsgirl. It is great to see that you are in the care of people who love you very much.

Former employee of PhysicsGirl here. Dianna is the sweetest most caring boss I've ever had. The times I was in a call with her or in the office, her energy was always so warm and welcoming and had me excited to be there. I hope that the specialist can get her to where she once was. Kyle, Levi & Dianna are the absolute sweetest, and I hope that things get better soon.

We love you Dianna!!! Sending you Light and Love from a fellow scientist all the way from a tiny island in the Caribbean. I am so sorry this happened!!! Wishing you all the best with your recovery!! To her entire Care and Support Team, I know it's very hard....but you are all doing SUCH A GREAT JOB!!!!! HUGGGZZ

Just discovered this channel. Sending positive thoughts. You’ve got this!!!!

I had no idea you were sick, Dianna. This awful disease has affected too many of us in so many different ways. For me, it took a month & a half in a coma and the donation of another human's lungs. I hope you read this soon, and I look forward to seeing more videos from you when you get better, because you're going to get better.

I almost cried while watching this update. Watching a girl with such a bubbly, effervescent personality get to a point where she can't even read messages of support, tears me up inside. I had to fight sickness and disability in my younger years. You can fight this, Dianna, I know you can.

I still check twice a week hoping to see a new video to hear she has recovered. This is not how Physics Girl ends.

My brother had ME/CFS as a teenager 22 years ago and lost about a year of his life. But he bounced back incredibly well. He went on to get a PhD, run several marathons, compete in international mountain biking competitions and build a very successful career. And he's still going from strength to strength. So fingers crossed Dianna makes a full recovery.

This is really saddening, I wish she recovers soon, painful to see a fellow creator this way...

Thinking of you Dianna. I’m a lot older than you, but when I was a teenager I got glandular fever. Everyone else got over it in a couple of weeks, but it made me very ill for 4 years. It was awful, but I did get better, it just took a lot of time. Hang on in there!

I wish the family and friends of Dianna courage and hope she recovers and brings joy to all of us

Diana is one of the reasons why I decided to pursue a path in the sciences. She's such a big inspiration for all of us and I hope she knows it. We're all praying and hoping for her full recovery. ❤️

I just wanted to offer a ray of hope - I had ME/CFS about 15 years ago, but have made a full recovery. It took probably 5 years to get back up to speed, but it's possible. Patience, love, support from loved ones, taking it step-by-step and not rushing it is the key. Best wishes to you Dianna and your family and friends.

I've just seen a few videos of her and I'm loving this lady!!! I'm genuinely heartbroken over this and I hope she gets better soon. -A new fan

Prayed for you for healing, Diana. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

I was diagnosed with CFS 36 years ago back when most people still thought it was all in your head. I hope that with advances since then Dianna can get on the road to recovery. If anyone on her “team” reads this please make sure her mental health is attended to as much as her physical health. This impact of this disease is lifelong and I developed Major Depressive Disorder that was undiagnosed for years and there is some overlap in the symptoms. I’m wishing the best for Dianna and we are all here to support her.

M.E/CFS is horrible and so difficult to explain to others what it’s like to have. Back in 2014, it forced me out of University just weeks after starting. Watching this brought back some not so happy memories for me. The road to recovery is long, and at times it may feel like you aren’t making progress or even that you’re getting worse, but things do get better eventually! Dianna, it sounds as though you have the most amazing support bubble around you and with their help you’ve absolutely got this. Take things easy and you will get there! Sending my best wishes to everyone there ❤

Man, I just found this channel, I came here to learn about science not to feel sad. I hope she recovers. Whether it be quickly or not doesn’t matter, what matters is that she gets better. I hope more positive news is told in the future. To anyone who is suffering or has had someone else suffer, stay strong. I believe in you and your friend, family, or lover. We are all people in a small world in a small part of the universe and we have to keep close to each other if we’re gonna make it. I love you all. Stay safe and stay healthy.

I wish her all the best, a quick recovery and a fabulous come back ❤ Thanks for stand by her.

Absolutely heartbreaking. As someone who has had ME/CFS for over 10 years now, I wish her good days and many spoons. Please don't lose hope, there are many recovery stories. Personally, I was really sick for some years, however I´m now a full time student and part time employee. That's something I never thought would happen when I was bedridden in a dark room, but it is possible. Wish you many spoons, Dianna, and please hang on to hope tightly.

After dropping out of high school and spending ten years of my life working in restaurants, I graduated with a BS in electrical engineering in 2020. When school was tough and I was doubting myself, Simone and Diana's videos helped me stay positive and passionate. They contributed to my new life. I'm happy to contribute to theirs.

im not a casual watcher and only seen a few of your videos a long time ago back in highschool. just from those videos i thought you had an amazing personality, vibe, and youre very well educated about what you post. i found the other update video in my recommended and i was disturbed. i never thought something this scary and serious could happen but, im wishing you a great recovery physicsgirl. keep fighting

10 years living with ME/CFS . It has stabilized at a point I can function, not 100% normally but I work, go to the beach, and have fun. I hope Dianna improves soon. She only needs time to recover, patience and love.

Please get well soon Dianna! This breaks my heart seeing such a wonderful human-being go through something that feels like all of this shouldn't happen to someone as wonderful as you! Hang in there! Everyone here is rooting for you and for your recovery!

Happy Holidays Diana, Simone, Kyle, et al! We still think of you. We still love you. ❤🎄✨

I just found out about Dianna and I hope she feels better. I have chronic fatigue as a result of my chronic illness so I know how rough it can be

Fellow ME/CFS sufferer here. Thank you all for this honest depiction of the debilitation and suffering it can cause. I'm still a moderate case but my condition has consistently been worsening over time. It feels so hopeless, like you're withering away and the world slowly vanishes from view. It's frightening! A wish for some relief for Dianna and all the other people tackling ME and/or long covid

Dianna is one of the reasons I applied to MIT in 2014, and when I was miraculously accepted she responded to an email of mine regarding fears of moving a long way from home. 8 years later, I can link my incredible place in life to your inspiration all those years ago. My heart is breaking for your friends and family seeing you suffer, yet full seeing how much love and support surrounds you.

I saw a Physics Girl Short...and Immediately hoped that she was better...coming back here, I see that she's not yet. I'm still hopeful that she'll get better, I miss her content. I wish I knew her better cuz it feels shallow just bein like "I Miss her content"...Get well soon Dianna!

I have ME/ CFS, and there is a lot of misinformation about it. ME/ CFS isn't getting tired, as in being sleepy like narcolepsy. It's crippling muscle weakness akin to MG/ MS etc., in which they baseline reduces. However, it's more than just muscle fatigue. I've had it for 9+ years. At my worst, I was bedridden for a whole year, unable to tolerate any stimuli; light, sound, touch, temperature, etc. I was left in a cold (constantly 16 degrees Celsius which resulted in frost nip, but I couldn't sweat due to anhidrosis, so I had no choice), dark room, and and earplugs constantly, which resulted in blind spots, and constant tinnitus/ muscle ear syndrome/ phantom sounds. I couldn't talk. I couldn't shower, as every water droplet felt more painful than a tattoo gun (coming from someone who is covered in tattoos). I developed allergies to everything, I did not have allergies to prior. I could not even use my phone, or watch tv to waste time, nor sleep as I had sever insomnia. I just laid, slowly losing my ability to think as my imagination disabled and would send electric shocks down my CNS, and brain cramps if I did. It's hard with ADHD to force yourself not to move. It's not like I didn't want to move, I was restless, and every time I tried, I'd get severe air hunger, and PEM which was a severely crippling electric shock that went down my CNS into my wings, disabling me for moving for hours. However, I am mostly recovered (just cannot do extreme exercise everyday without rest), at least enough to live semi-normal due to a drug LDN (0.13mg is my sweet spot), which seemed to have neural anti-inflammatory effect to my HPA-Axis dysfunction (pseudo Cushing's, constant fight or flight).

As someone who occasionally watched her videos, I did not think this would affect me so much. I am completely sobbing. Diana just seems so smart and innocent and it's really sad to see her go through something like this. I hope she recovers.

This is heartbreaking. We're all definitely rooting for her.

Goodness, this breaks my heart. Dianna is such a vibrant and wonderful woman. All of my wishes are with her and her family. ❤

Checking back in NOV 2023 , we're still hoping Dianna's recovery is going forward and will recover as much as she can. She made legacy of fans loving to learn science and getting to tag alone with her.

Simone, this was very... you. Many people clearly hold you and Dianna in high regard, and I know we'll do everything we can to help.

This is so heartbreaking... To see such a wonderful person who we are used to see full of life and curiosity in this condition is just... heartbreaking. I don't think there's any other word to describe this. I've always struggled with physics in High School and back then I thought that Physics was my mental limit, something I just couldn't understand, so I just gave up on it, getting bad grades because it seemed like an impenetrable wall. Then, at around 30 year old, when I started watching Dianna's channel, I realized that I'm actually capable of understanding Physics and I learned a lot, way more than I would have ever thought I could. Dianna helped me realize that that limit was just something the adolescent me created without a reason, and she also made me realize that I enjoy listening to and learning Physics. Every time I watched a video, I felt the need to talk about what I've learned with everyone. So, I am really grateful to her, and knowing that she's in this state is just extremely sad. I really hope that she gets well soon, so that she can go back to what she clearly loved doing. You can feel straight in your soul by watching her videos how much she enjoys sharing her knowledge through her curiosity, how much she feels alive and happy when she makes a video. Her curiosity is simply contagious, which is an incredible quality, and a rare one, too. I can't wait to see her back with a new video once this is all over and in the past.

Get well soon Dianna. I have watched a few of your shorts and that one video in collaboration with Veritasium on UV rays, and you genuinely seemed like a very cheerful person! I hope you recover fast, and we get to see more of your cheerfulness again!

Hey Diana, I haven't been subscribed for long but I have been watching your videos. Thank you so much for your contributions to science and educating people in fun ways. I truly hope you have a speedy recovery.

I hope Dianna get's better soon. Thanks for letting us know, Simone.

I just stumbled across this channel tonight. And boy did it make me cry. Dianna you're absolutely going to get through this. You've got so much support and love, not just from family and friends but also from all of us. And you're hella strong. Thank you for still fighting. I'm going through my own personal turmoil and i feel so defeated despite not giving up. Thank you for being so strong when im sure everything looks and feels impossible. WE got this 💪🏽 praying for you Dianna. Praying for your family.

This was a tweet from her on July 10th: "Today marks one year since I got COVID. I’m finally starting to see tiny bits of progress in my recovery, which I feel cautiously optimistic about. But today I mostly feel a profound grief, missing the life I had a year ago. "

I’m praying for you both❤ get well soon! Don’t worry about making new videos, focus on getting well. We miss your laughter! Brought us so much joy!

Please get better soon Physics Girl!

We need passionate people like Dianna for the advancement of physics. Her passion can inspire and motivate others to contribute to the field. Sending love & positive energy for a quick recovery!

This is the second video of physics girl I have seen. I have severe CFS/ ME and fibromyalgia. I live in a dark, quiet, scent free room, too. I have been as severely ill as physics girl. I want you to know that even in severe brain fog, thoughts of you, and all her loved ones, and random memories will be giving her quality of life. You don't have to be with her in person to help. She knows that you are still with her, loving her, supporting her, there for her even if not in the same building. You are still making a huge difference, and helping give her strength through this. Being completely without strength, and totally helpless is extremely scary. But, strangely, the longer it continues, it gets easier as you adapt. It becomes the new normal. As long as you know you have enough care to survive. Recovery from that level of severity will take a very long time. I lost nearly all my friends, etc. etc. Physics girl is extremely fortunate to have around the clock care, love, medical attention, and friends as troopers guarding her at the perimeter of her world. Make it clear you will always be there for her as her friend, whether she is functional, or not! After all, we are human beings, not human doings. 💗

I literally just found Dianna's channel, but she seems really great, and i hope she bounces back better than ever 🙏

I saw this video when it was first posted. Tonight I was just checking in to see something hopeful. Physics Girl, we're with you, we love you and hope to see you soon.❤🤗

Never seen this channel before, but I'm always willing to help out where it's needed. Stay strong, Dianna! Love and light to you, your family, and your friends!

When Physics Girl popped up in my recommended videos, I came over to see if she was back. 😢 Unfortunately, that was not the case. I'm still thinking and praying,in hopes that she recovers soon.

I hope you're doing great Dianna. God bless you and your family. 💕

I've had ME/CFS since 2016 and had a horrific flair in 2020 and I was bedridden for an entire year. It took months before I could even manage looking at my phone and holding a text conversation was still impossible at the time. It was a slow recovery but tings are so much better now! I hope Dianna recovers well and I'm happy she has a loving group of supportive friends and family around 💕

As someone who was/is sick for CFS for about 10 years I wish Dianna the best. Her videos helped me learn more about the world even when I could not interact with it in many way. I hope that all of the new research will give us better treatments and understanding of the condition. I hope she will recover soon.

I have ME/CFS. This is severe. It’s horrible. Thank god she’s got help. I had to wait for carers to even get a drink 😭 only 10’years later am I better but not “well”.

We are sending you so many hugs and prayers to get well! Thank you for updating us to her condition. This hits home for so many of us. Hang in there, we’re here for you on this end!

I am a high school science teacher. I use Dianna's work all the time to support my lectures. Let her know that she's still influencing young science minds and promoting physics, even when she's not promoting physics. She makes my job so much easier because she teaches the material so well. Thank you for being a great friend to physics girl and updating all of her supporters. I think most of us didn't know how seriously bad her long covid had become. Get well soon Dianna. Her first video back will be epic! I can't wait!!! I hope she's looking forward to getting back to work as much as her audience is looking forward to her return. Meanwhile, happy physics-ing.

It truly saddened me to hear she has been getting worse. My daughter and I have missed her videos. I too have ME/CFS and struggle a lot. At one point I was very bad and didn't really couldn't do anything. Some family in a place where it is legal to acquire Psilocybe Cubensis (a type of mushroom) got me some and that broke me out of the dark room in my mind. I took a dose of 1 g/10 kg of body mass. It was like rebooting my brain, I have been very grateful for those who helped me and just want to help others who also struggle. The best part is I am able to somewhat function again, but I use a lower dose now from time to time when I need the reset. There's also a lot of promising research being conducted on this very treatment, so if you want to research it further it's out there.

I hope you're doing better Dianne! You're in my prayers.

Hey Dianna and Family. Hope you're getting better? We miss you. Big hugs from the UK

So heartbreaking to see her going through this...Dianna has been a mainstay of knowledge and inspiration to all of us for years. We're hoping for a smooth and speedy recovery. All the best wishes and love to her and her family! 💛

To Simone, Levi, Kyle and Dianna's mum, words cannot properly convey my thanks for you making the effort to film, produce, edit this update when I can imagine that all any of you want is for a day when Dianna is well again. Thank you for keeping us updated and thank you for hanging in there and continuing to stand by Dianna despite the current circumstances. I don't have much to give but Dianna's is a cause worth giving whatever someone is able to spare.

Just checking in on physics girl. It's been 9 months since the last update. I'm just curious if she is making any progress. We miss her and we all hope she gets well soon. We love Physics Girl!! You are an amazing person and you brought a lot of joy and amazement to all of our lives.

Stay strong SUPER girl! I enjoy your previous posts and often come back on them to refresh my memory of your great content. Wishing you strength and tons of stamina to battle your ailment!

I suffer with ME/CFS since years. It can literally change the way you exist forever. Chronic fatigue is so much worse then people can ever imagine.

I learned science from her videos while growing up...it's heartbreaking to know her condition...I hope she gets well soon!

Wishing the best for this very special lady.

Get well Diana…. We love you and wish you and your family strength and resilience. May God Bless You with a speedy recovery. Kyle, you are an incredible man and your love and strength shines so brightly. Prayers for you both.

Haven't seen this channel before, but it came up on the feed and this story is heartbreaking and terrifying. Sending much love to ya'll, and I hope she's able to get the treatment she needs.

Diana, Not were you part of the reason why I decided to pursue physics in senior year of high school, but she was also one of the first people to show me that a physics degree can be extended beyond just the field of physics. She showed me that learning is fun and exciting and can always be applied to any aspect of your life. Diana, in my books you're one of the best science communicators. As of today, 9 years since I first decided to study physics, and a year a half since I completed my BS in Applied Physics for Computational Physics, I'm working as both a software developer and analyst for PV Systems. I will be helping you and your husband. Diana's Husband, mother, friends and family, I cannot imagine the pain you're all going through. Thank you so much for providing continuous updates and support.

Prayers for both of you. God bless you both.

Praying for you all and for a speedy recovery❤

I hope she has a full recovery soon. Sending nothing but good thoughts her way.

My husband has a bachelors in physics and you are one of those who inspired him. He still says no one does the pool plate experiment like you do. May you have a speedy recovery.

Get well soon Dianna!

Hope you get well soon

She should know that we are all wishing her a speedy recovery. She is one amazing and inspirational lady.

Never even heard of this channel before, absolutely random recommendation. Wishing her a speedy recovery, sending strength to her family (especially her husband bc being a caregiver is so tough) and I hope she knows how much love and support she has. I've only been scrolling through these comments for a few minutes and I can tell this is a really positive community that she’s created with her passion. From one STEM girl to another- get well soon! 🤟