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Exploring Long COVID + 30 Years of B.D.S. Books

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Bookseller Brad Stephenson is celebrating the 30th anniversary of BDS Books with discounts on the 100,000-plus used titles in his store at 1200 First Ave. N. in Fargo.
Photo by Nancy Hanson for The Extra (used with permission)
Bookseller Brad Stephenson is celebrating the 30th anniversary of BDS Books with discounts on the 100,000-plus used titles in his store at 1200 First Ave. N. in Fargo.

Today's Segments

Long COVID Insights with Dr. Igor Koralnik
Dr. Igor Koralnik, co-director of Northwestern Medicine's Comprehensive COVID-19 Center, explains how repeated COVID infections can raise the risk of developing Long COVID. He shares findings from a first-of-its-kind study examining neurological effects through eye changes, explores possible causes such as viral persistence and autoimmune responses, and details how his clinic uses a multidisciplinary approach—spanning 14 specialties—to support patients. He also highlights the importance of virtual support groups in helping people manage this complex condition.

B.D.S. Books Celebrates 30 Years
Brad Stephenson, owner of B.D.S. Books in Fargo, reflects on three decades of running a used bookstore that has become a beloved destination for readers of every genre. What started as a business move evolved into a lifelong passion. Brad shares memories, hard-earned lessons, and what the future holds as he marks the store’s 30th anniversary with stories from the stacks—and a big thank-you to the community that’s kept him turning pages.