MS Comic: Quitting SmokingBeing diagnosed with a chronic illness like MS often leads people to take a hard look at other aspects of their lifestyles and find ways to improve their overall health... By Brooke Pelczynski1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth ExperiencesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual care. Whether you have been using telehealth for... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United States until recently. The recent public health emergency... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The MS Embarrassment ChroniclesHaving a body that can fail you at a moment's notice is bound to bring about a lot of mixed emotions. Painful, uneasy, depressing, even proud, living a life with... By Devin Garlit5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shaking (Curled) Hands With MSHands are the part of our body at the end of our arms, attached to our wrists; they include our fingers, palms, and thumbs. Our hands are used for holding... By Dianne Scott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Living with MS: Gardening as Healing“There’s something about taking a plow and breaking new ground. It gives you energy. ” — Ken Kesey During my childhood, my parents grew a huge vegetable garden. As part of... By Tamara K Sellman4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Bladder Confidential: The Pee, the Whole Pee, and Nothing but the PeeFolks, I just survived the most horrific month of my MS journey. I’d like to tell you about my experience in the form of a detective mystery. My story gives... By Kim Dolce6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Multiple Sclerosis and Unexpected ChangesChange. It can't be avoided, it almost always can't be controlled, and is often somewhat unpredictable. No matter the scale, from the infinitely vast cosmos down to the mundane happenings... By Matt Allen G4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Telehealth: Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Change In What Makes Me Happy After MSIt's absolutely no secret that things change as our world evolves. Think of fashion, with blouses with shoulder pads and "shag" or "mullet" hairstyles no longer being the trend. Or... By Dianne Scott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Battling Steroid-Induced Moon FaceWhile scrolling through social media recently, I came across a headline condemning people for making fun of actress Ashley Judd. Intrigued, I clicked through to read more and found out... By Devin Garlit3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Access to CareFunny how what can and can’t be done has changed now that the entire world is living a sheltered life thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. When it was just people who... By Laura Kolaczkowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing Your Child For an MRIA part of life with pediatric MS may include MRIs, whether it’s for initial diagnosis or long-term monitoring. Getting an MRI can be a scary experience for children, especially if... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing for My First Virtual Neurology VisitAlthough I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 15 years ago and I’ve only had one relapse during the past 8 years, I still see my main neurology team every 6... By Lisa Emrich4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Toxic Relationships: Work It Out or Kick Them Out?A large part of life is made up of the many relationships you have with all the different people you interact with. Significant others, family members, friends, coworkers, your doctors... By Matt Allen G6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Because Avoiding Stress Is Impossible...I’m willing to bet the vast majority of people with MS have been told this by their healthcare provider at least once: "Avoid stress." Seems simple, right? Hardly. The things... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments