An Insider's Guide to Starting Chemo
It's pretty daunting to walk into a chemo center for the first time. Our writer's advice? Bring your best friend for backup! Don't miss the rest of her advice on how to prepare so you know what to expect each step of the way.
Stories That Inspire Us
Living With Multiple Sclerosis
"I am without a doubt healthier, stronger—both mentally and physically—and probably a better person since I was diagnosed with MS."
Playing His Way Through Psoriasis
"I feel that the psoriasis gives me a story to tell, you know, in the form of expressing myself through my instrument."
Opening the (Bathroom) Door on Crohn's Disease
"I realized that I had a platform where I could actually share the positive side of Crohn's."
New and Noteworthy
9 Tips to Help Sleep With Bipolar
Respect your circadian rhythm is among Julie A. Fast’s tips for improving sleep when you're bipolar. Find out her other practical suggestions to help with sleep.
10 Signs of Bipolar Disorder
We know the stereotypes of bipolar disorder. But are they accurate? Therese Borchard highlights 10 common red flags of bipolar disorder, including realistic examples.
SPMS Infographics Worth Sharing!
We created this special series of infographics specifically for people living with multiple sclerosis. We've got brain-boosting tips, buying guides, and more. Pin, post, and share away!
11 Exercises for People with SPMS
This plan was developed specifically for people with secondary progressive MS (our fitness model Verena, included!), and each move can be done while sitting in a chair or wheelchair. No gym required!
Do Autoimmune Diseases Run in Families?
Are you the only member of your family that lives with an autoimmune disease? Do you have more than one autoimmune disease, a condition known as polyautoimmunity? We have talked about comorbidities, such as my dual diagnoses of MS and RA, but we have...
Is It RA or Is It Something Else?
Getting an RA diagnosis can be tricky because several diseases mimic RA symptoms. These conditions are often mistaken for RA.
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
Patient ExpertMike Veny is one of world’s leading mental health speakers and a high-energy corporate drumming event facilitator.
Mary Shomon
Patient ExpertMary Shomon is a patient advocate and bestselling author on thyroid disease, diabetes, weight loss and hormonal health.
Featured Collections
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Can you guess which world record this mom with RA broke? Find even more stories of men and women staying active with rheumatoid arthritis, from the dance studio to the shores of the Great Lakes.
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.
Living Well with Ankylosing Spondylitis
Learn how to navigate diagnosis, treatment, and daily life with ankylosing spondylitis, a rare and painful condition that afflicts men and women of all ages.