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Endometriosis had made my own life difficult since age 15, but now it was threatening my future family. share
I've learned now that not all health issues present themselves—some are silently lurking inside you and, without regular screening, we may miss them. share
What is it like to live with lupus? In this post, I’m going to share what it was like to be in the depths of my sickness with lupus. I’ll paint a picture of what it was like to be incredibly, chronically ill. share
Ovarian cancer can occur, often without symptoms or warning, even after a total hysterectomy with ovaries removed. share
When I was 21 I was blindsided with a diagnosis of an incurable chronic illness. I was told I had Crohn's disease—an autoimmune disease that attacks the gastrointestinal tract, leading to severe pain and fatigue (just to name a few of the downsides). share
Sadly, in November 2013, my beloved father-in-law passed away from cancer. Two days later, I discovered I was pregnant. share
If you’re lucky to be strong and healthy, this is why what you do matters, and why our future lies with you. share
I'd always been a good student and so of course, I wanted to get breastfeeding right. But it was challenging and affected my mental health greatly. share
After having multiple miscarriages Emily was diagnosed with antiphospholipid syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that causes an increased risk of blood clots. Read her story. share
I have an underlying medical condition and classic COVID-19 symptoms, but still didn’t qualify to be tested for the virus. share
Coronavirus is challenging for everyone right now, but there is an extra level of challenge for those who are immunocompromised like Natalie. Read her story. share
Debora never imagined her gestational diabetes diagnosis during her second pregnancy would be the beginning to her long, rough health journey. Read her story. share
After being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and suffering two brain hemorrhages, Saran signed an advance directive for dementia, a controversial new document that instructs caregivers to withhold hand-feeding and fluids at the end of life. share
My mom is quarantined in her room, as are all residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other care centers for the elderly. She's become increasingly frustrated, so I came up with an idea. share
Joan shares the common signs of heart attack in women she experienced, which did not include chest pain. Read her story. share
Lisa thought pain in her foot was due to a stress fracture but it was actually a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. Read her story. share
Heather's battle with cervical cancer led her to testify in front of the FDA for HPV testing. Read her story. share
Read on woman’s story about her struggles with postpartum depression. share
I've learned now that not all health issues present themselves—some are silently lurking inside you and, without regular screening, we may miss them. share
Being disabled is a full-time job. The amount of time it takes to stay on top of your health and keeping up with paperwork while feeling the worst you ever have in your life is all-consuming. share