Scented consumer products shown to emit many unlisted chemicals Press Release FROM: Hannah Hickey University of Washington 206-543-2580 hickeyh@uw.edu (NOTE: researcher contact information at end) For Immediate Release Oct. 26, 2010 The sweet smell of fresh laundry may contain a sour note. Widely used fragranced products – including those that claim to be “green” […]
“Wow, you’re short.” The comment still amazes me. How is it that otherwise intelligent beings sometimes suddenly spew forth the most obvious of statements? Fortunately, medical folks are generally exempt from committing this comment calamity. My shortness resulted from the medication I took in the first five years of the disease. Back in 1971, there were […]
Six Advantages of Representation When You First Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits Social Security Office of the Inspector General’s report: Disability applicants could benefit with SSDI representation Belleville, Ill. – Sept. 23, 2010 – Individuals submitting initial applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) could benefit from the use of a third-party representative, according […]
Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN Hall of Fame Speaker, Nurse and Humorist shares a few heartfelt personal stories of her own. Karyn is the creator of the Journal of Nursing Jocularity, the President of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor and an IDA Advisory Board Member. Finding Humor in Difficult Times by Karyn Buxman, RN, […]
Online Seminar. September 16, 2010. Special Guest, Wayne Connell, Founder and President of Invisible Disabilities Association. Wayne’s wife, Sherri is the inspiration for IDA, as she lives with invisible disabilities. Therefore, Wayne and IDA’s leadership team strives to help others who struggle with disabilities. Sherri, joined Wayne for the interview. They talked about the challenges of living […]
Finding health care when a person has an existing condition and other issues can be quite a challenge. Attorney, Jennifer C. Jaff is the founder of Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Illness, which focuses on topics that pertain to those living with chronic conditions. Patients can get free (depending on funding) information, advice and advocacy services for such topics […]
Kyli lives with Dysautonomia/POTS. She is a courageous, persevering young lady who reaches out to others living with this often disabling disorder. She enjoys making videos that have helpful tips as well as those that are simply creative and enjoyable. “.. one night I sat down with pen & paper, and realized I knew all […]
Although Kyli struggles to get through her days, she loves to reach out to others living with her debilitating condition, Dysautonomia/POTS. “Just something I put together on the spur of the moment yesterday after reading some messages from you guys. Please don’t forget how amazing you are! Hugs, Kyli” Video Found at: http://www.youtube.com/user/chronicallykyli
Knowing your rights and how to fight for them is a huge endeavor when you live with chronic illness. Out of her own experiences with illness and disability, attorney Jennifer C. Jaff set out to find answers then became the Founder of Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Illness. Visit Jaff’s website for more valuable information, advice and advocacy services. www.advocacyforpatients.org/ Audio […]
“If you would just be a little stricter with him, I’m sure he would straighten up.” I stared dumbly into the face of one of Adam’s teachers, after my son had missed almost six months of school from debilitating headaches. My heart sank. My stomach twisted. This person saw my son in between his headache […]
Kyli shares with others living with Dysautonomia/POTS (or other limiting conditions) some tips that she has found to be helpful around the kitchen. Even simple arranging or pulling up a chair can often make a big difference. “Just some kitchen cleaning tips. Let me know what you guys think of this new series I’m trying […]
Marcia Ramsland knows many of the challenges of living with chronic illness, as her daughter has started having health issues as a teen. Marcia is often called The Organizing Pro. As her website says, she offers time saving tips for everday life! Marcia is the author of a series of books to simplify your space, life and kids. […]
Jacqueline L. Jones went a search for help after becoming debilitated by fatigue and pain. Eventually, she was able to regain much of her health and created a program to assist others with money and time saving tips for seeking medical help. Jacqueline is the author of Unmasking a Diagnosis: How to Find Help for a Confusing Illness Without Filing […]
Attorney Scott E. Davis focuses on clients who cannot work due to chronic conditions that cause disabling pain or fatigue. His firm has discovered that these cases are often most challenging, due to the nature of the disability and the lack of understanding by others. Davis’ website provides a wealth of information. www.ScottDavisPC.com Audio aired in 2009 for […]
Trish Robichaud is an author, speaker and life coach who lives with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and major depression. Her business partner, Jeff is also a coach, speaker and author living with MS. Their business, Changing Paces helps people with various disabilities and illnesses overcome challenges such as stress and barriers to working, as well as providing disability awareness to […]
Lynn Royster Ph.D is a professor at DePaul University. She is the Director of the Chronic Illness Initiative (CII) in the School for New Learning. Dr. Royster shares some tips about getting assistance while in college. CII provides support services for students needing minimal accommodations due to the onset of illness or hospitalization. Dr. Royster also sits on […]
Christina J. Werdebaugh shares about the wonderful benefits of leading or participating in support groups, in addition to the challenges. Christina lives with debilitating Interstitial Cystitis (IC) and is the Director and Support Group Leader of the West Virginia IC Resource Center. Audio aired in 2008 for The National Chronic Illness Awareness Week’s Online Seminars. […]
Jolene Phillo is the author of A Different Dream for My Child. Jolene seeks to encourage parents and family members of chronically ill children, as she addresses their emotional and spiritual needs. www.JolenePhilo.com Audio aired in 2009 for The National Chronic Illness Awareness Week’s Online Seminars. NICIAW provides Online Seminars M-F once a year in September on […]
Rosalind Joffe is a Life Coach and author who has been living with chronic illness challenges. She enjoys helping others with chronic conditions who are still able to work, succeed in their careers. Rosalind is the author of The Keep Working with Chronic Illness Workbook Sytem and the co-author of Women, Work and Autoimmune Disease. www.WorkingWithChronicIllness.com and www.cicoach.com Audio […]
Jenni Prokopy talks about her view on saying yes to those activities and people around us who are healthy for us, as well as saying no to those that are not. In 2005, Jenni started ChronicBabe.com for younger women, who like herself are dealing with some sort of illness challenge. Jennis is a writer, speaker and publisher. www.ChronicBabe.com Audio aired in […]