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Stories That Inspire Us
Journey: Managing Diabetes
"Through this diagnosis, time and time again, my husband continues to teach me how to save my own life"
Bridging the Gap: Living Well With RA
"Once you've lived with pain, you're so much more appreciative for the good days."
Big Picture: Psoriasis
"I’m somebody that works with my hands and I do decorative arts and I do paintings and it just made it much more difficult to work."
New and Noteworthy
My MS Journey Going Sugar Free
While there is no one diet espoused to combat MS, Lisa Emrich discusses the benefits she experienced when eating a ketogenic diet.
A Warming Side Dish That Won’t Mess With Your RA
When it comes to special-occasion food, there are dishes so good, and so easy to make, they quickly make their way into your regular recipe rotation — like this one!
A Tropical, RA-Friendly Breakfast in a Bowl
Try this rheumatoid arthritis-friendly, anti-inflammatory breakfast bowl that’s packed with protein and fresh produce.
Dinner With RA? Spaghetti Squash Pesto Bake
This soul-warming casserole replaces inflammation-triggering pasta with rheumatoid arthritis-friendly spaghetti squash.
Those Pesky Self-Injectable Medications Don’t Have to Hurt (As Bad)
Several medications used for MS are injectable drugs — aka, shots. We’ve been running from shots since we were kids, but they don’t have to hurt as badly as we remember. Here are some simple tips to minimize the pain, while maximizing the treatment.
To Sleep With Your Dog, or Not to Sleep With Your Dog?
On one hand, a new study shows that sleeping with your pet can help ease chronic pain symptoms. On the other hand, another study shows that sleeping with your dog may result in… no sleep at all. So, you may not be in pain, but you won’t be well-rested. Choose your poison.
Featured Health Advocates
Lene Andersen, MSW
Patient ExpertLene Andersen is an author, health and disability advocate, and photographer. She lives with rheumatoid arthritis.
Mike Veny
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Mary Shomon
Patient ExpertMary Shomon is a patient advocate and bestselling author on thyroid disease, diabetes, weight loss and hormonal health.
Featured Collections
Managing Psoriatic Arthritis
What's your personal pain scale? Learn how to anticipate and prevent flares; how to collaborate with your care team for effective therapies; and how to adapt your favorite activities to PsA.
Living With Psoriasis
What do you wish you’d told your younger self about PsO? Learn how to develop a strong rapport with your care team; the most healing foods for your psoriasis; and how to look and feel your best.
Taking Charge of Psoriasis
Learn how to manage flares whether at home or away; the right way to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office; and what your dermatologist wishes you knew.