The Sand TrapI had just moved to Florida and was working in a physical therapy clinic when I met Renie Calkin. This was only...reactions6comments
What’s New in MS?Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disorder, causing a variety of symptoms and lifestyle changes. Additionally, with the latest medical technology and research...reactionscomments
Still Living With a MonSterI’m not sick, but I fit the description. So, I keep going back to the hospital. We exit the car, check in...reactions8comments
Identifying New MS Symptoms Feels Like Opening Pandora's BoxHave you ever heard someone use the metaphor “opening Pandora’s box?” It is often used to refer to big trouble that can...reactions25comments
I Do Not Know How to Ask for HelpIn the multiple sclerosis community, asking for help is highly encouraged! We are generous with each other. We share our time. We...reactions19comments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be ShinglesEditor’s Note: This article was written by Patient Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes...reactionscomments
My Shingles SurpriseRecently, members of our community discussed shingles. Shingles symptoms are uncomfortable, and can be more severe when combined with autoimmune diseases. It...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune...reactions4comments
What Causes Cognitive Dysfunction?Everyone living with MS knows that mobility challenges are just a small part of the challenges we face, even though they tend...reactions37comments
I See YouMy dearest friend recently wrote a blog post that I just loved. She describes how now that she is grieving the loss...reactions8comments
The Real Meaning of RelaxationThe dictionary defines relaxation as "the state of being free from tension and anxiety." Typically, relaxation is lying around and doing whatever...reactions26comments
Wait, Who is Making My Medical Decisions?I’m not going to pretend to be anywhere near close to fully educated on how health insurance works. However, as someone who...reactions10comments
Bridging the Beverage Divide in My MarriageOne of the biggest cultural divides is between the coffee-drinking world and the tea-consuming world. For decades, that divide existed in my...reactions12comments
The Power of Bare FeetRecently, actress Christina Applegate accepted her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She did so barefoot and posted an image of...reactions14comments
Finding GraceFatigue is my number one MS symptom struggle. It lingers. It holds on for dear life and makes it difficult to focus...reactions13comments
Trying to Avoid the Hassles of HealthcareWouldn’t it be nice if you could just go see your neurologist when your MS starts to act up or you’re not...reactions15comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of ShinglesWe asked our community of patient leaders to share about their shingles experiences. What topped the list of challenges when dealing with...reactionscomments
Community Shares: Did Your Doctor Talk to You About Shingles?For many people, a shingles diagnosis will come as a painful surprise. But about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactions11comments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Nearly 20 percent of people who get shingles will develop...reactions1comment
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactions4comments
