chronic-illness

Multiple sclerosis affects the brain and spinal cord, but its impact does not stop there. A major new study suggests the disease can quietly reshape many parts of everyday life that are rarely discussed. Multiple sclerosis, often called MS, is a long-term disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering around […] The post How Multiple sclerosis Can Disrupt Wor…

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific's efforts to shine a light on the patient experience, The LA Chapter of the Women’s Employee Resource Group organized this webinar to discuss the common challenges, biases, and misconceptions that those with a chronic illness or disability often face. In this interview, Gabe recalls camping as a child and dealing with extreme fatigue while trying to also mainta…

| By Elizabeth Mohn | Chronic illnesses are long-lasting illnesses that require ongoing treatment and management. Chronic illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are leading causes of death and poor health outcomes in the United States. Millions of Americans have or know someone who has one or more of these illnesses, making chronic ... Read more The post Teaching about Chronic Illn…