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posted 09/08/2008, comments (0)

FMS from Trauma IS VERY REAL

FMS due to Trauma is a very real thing. I am living proof. This is my story. I used to work as a Cerifed Nursing Assistant in a large nursing home. I took care of 15 total care patients per shift. It was a very physical job which I enjoyed doing. I had a boyfriend at the time who, it turned out, was cheating on me... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/07/2008, comments (0)

National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week

This week, September 8-14, is National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week. Sponsored by Rest Ministries, this week in September has been set aside since 2002 to raise awareness about the millions of people in the U.S. who suffer with some kind of chronic, yet invisible, illness. The theme this year is “Hope Can Grow From... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/24/2008, comments (0)

Invisible Illness Week Awareness United Through Ill Bloggers

Chronic illness statistics are staggering, with nearly 1 in 2 people in the USA living with a chronic condition and, according to U.S. Census Bureau, about 96% of illnesses are invisible. With hundreds of thousands of people on the Internet searching for health information and support, thousands of bloggers now post daily journals about... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/05/2008, comments (0)

4 Hurdles When Facilitating an Illness Support Group

By Lisa Copen After planning for your new illness support group for weeks, or perhaps even months, it's finally time to have your first meeting. You've gone through the steps of preparing a proposal to start up a support group. It's been approved by whoever is in charge, such as an organization or church. And you've put together a welcome... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/12/2008, comments (0)

When Your Wife is Ill and Romance Ain't Happening

When your wife has a chronic illness, though you may love her no matter what, it can be hard for her to get into a romantic mood. Physical pain from the actual illness to weight gain or loss, bloating, and less-than-fun symptoms of medication can all be a deterrent to some romantic moments. It's important to know that you are not alone... Read more Chevron

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