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Merely Me

Merely Me, Health Guide

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Freelance Writer who suffers from Anxiety and Depression
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Birth Control and Politics: The Power of the Pill at the Polls

Okay so we know that abortion is a divisive topic among politicians and voters. There is no surprise about that. But birth control? Really? Is it just me or is the recent political hullabaloo over health care and contraception a bit of a shock? Just when I think people are going to come to their senses and focus on job growth someone throws a... Read moreChevron
posted 02/20/2012, comments (5)|
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Dr. Kantor

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Neurologist
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Who Is at Risk for PML?

While PML (progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy) sounds scary, advances are being made in its diagnosis and treatment. The first question is: who is at risk to get PML? The JC virus that causes PML is a common virus that many of us have had since childhood without even knowing it. Most people (with healthy immune systems) don't develop PML... Read moreChevron
posted 11/20/2011, comment (1)|
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Dr. Zachary Ward

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I am a father of four, an amateur chef, and an Upper Cervical Chiropractor. I bring open ears and a different perspective.
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Professional Football and Traumatic Brain Injury Changing the Way We Think of MS

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) doesn't sound like a hidden health problem. The name alone gives us vivid images of war explosions, head wounds, and extended hospital stays. But a long-brewing discussion about concussion in the National Football League (NFL) is raising awareness that TBI isn't always as obvious as we imagine.   75 former NFL... Read moreChevron
posted 08/02/2011, comment (1)|
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My Odd Sock

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Living with MS since 1996
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Alternative MS Treatments:The Buzz About Bees

Apitherapy.  Bee stings.  Bee Venom therapy.  Call it what you want.  Some even call it "crazy!" Truth is, many patients with multiple sclerosis have tried bee stings to gain control of their illness.  I, for one, have been getting stung since 2002. This Odd Sock doesn't use apitherapy to "cure" my disease (unfortunately... Read moreChevron
posted 07/21/2011, comments (2)|
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Steve

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52 year old male now an active triathlete
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Multiple Sclerosis and the Power of Positive Thinking

I know the title of this SharePost seems a bit clichéd, but if you have read any of my previous articles then you will know how important optimism and a positive sense of control is in the overall portfolio of remedies for MS that I employ.    Let me share with you an experience I had this summer that may seem a bit difficult to... Read moreChevron
posted 10/07/2010, comments (4)|
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