Saturday, February 11, 2012

All People Who Are Living In "VA"

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Lisa Emrich

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Musician, Patient Advocate, Author of 'Brass and Ivory' blog, and Founder of the 'Carnival of MS Bloggers'

Love: With and Without Disease

When I met Rob over 6 years ago, I did not ‘have’ MS nor RA.  I was just a regular, seemingly heathy, person who was ready to meet someone.  Although my medical records did have hints of what was to come, I carried no significant diagnoses. We were set up on a blind date through a local dating service.  Rob’s life... Read moreChevron
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I'm a free spirit and a work in progress

Elimination Diet Time

Last week I wrote about House Bill 345 that, if passed, would make getting health-related nutrition advice from anyone other than a doctor or registered dietitian impossible. My friend Cheryl, a certified holistic health coach, went down to Richmond to argue against the passing of the bill last week. I finally heard from her last night, and she... Read moreChevron
posted 02/08/2012, comments (0)|
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Lisa Emrich

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Musician, Patient Advocate, Author of 'Brass and Ivory' blog, and Founder of the 'Carnival of MS Bloggers'

The JC Virus Antibody Test Goes Public

Biogen Idec was pleased to announce last week that the FDA has approved an update to the prescription labeling of the drug Tysabri (natalizumab), their monthly IV monoclonal antibody medication for MS.  The prescription label now includes information regarding the increased risk of developing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)... Read moreChevron
theresag79

Just Dropping In

It has been what feels like forever since I have been on this forum.  I'm not very good at keeping up with it.  I've gotten to a point with MS to just accept it and keep moving on.  I don't really like to dwell on MS much but there are times when I just need to see that there are other people who can relate to what I'm dealing... Read moreChevron
posted 02/02/2012, comments (0)|
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has vascular dementia

Look Past the Limitations of Dementia to Enjoy the Gifts

Recently, I have been reminded of the importance of looking outward from oneself. I have an uncle and an aunt, the brother and sister of my late father. Both are probably in their eighties. Aside from their biological relationship, they could not be more different in their outlook on life. Both serve as examples of the way to look at life...and... Read moreChevron