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A silent epidemic of chronic illnesses afflicts tens of millions of Americans: These are diseases that are poorly understood, frequently marginalized, and can go undiagnosed and unrecognized altogether. Renowned writer Meghan O’Rourke delivers a revelatory investigation into this elusive category of “invisible” illness that encompasses autoimmune diseases, post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome, and now long COVID, synthesizing the personal and the universal to help all of us through this new frontier.

Do you live with a chronic, debilitating, yet invisible condition? You may feel isolated, out of step, judged, lonely, or misunderstood - and that's on top of dealing with your actual illness. Take heart. You are not alone, although sometimes it can feel that way. Written by a blogger who suffers from an invisible chronic illness, Surviving and Thriving with an Invisible Chronic Illness offers peer-to-peer support to help you stay sane, be your own advocate, and get back to living your life. This compelling guide is written for anyone suffering with an illness no one can see.

In early 2011, Yolanda Hadid was struck by mysterious symptoms including brain fog, severe exhaustion, migraines, and more. Over the months and years that followed, she went from being an outspoken, multitasking, hands-on mother of three, reality TV star, and social butterfly to a woman who spent most of her time in bed. Yolanda was turned inside out by some of the country's top hospitals and doctors, but due to the lack of definitive diagnostic testing, she landed in a dark maze of conflicting medical opinions.

An acute injury. Chronic pain. A shocking discovery. Maria Socolof, a former collegiate athlete, at age forty, ruptured a disc in her neck when she rolled over in bed. Time and conventional medicine failed to heal her. Years of debilitating pain followed. She sincerely questioned whether life in such pain was worth living. Then, through mindbody approaches and bewildering revelations, true healing finally began. Her raw chronicle attests to the impact emotional trauma can have on the body and how we can set ourselves free from the limitations of our subconscious.

As many as 2.5 million Americans suffer from ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and fibromyalgia), devastating chronic illnesses that to date has no test for diagnosis. A lesser-known condition, hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, considered to be a genetic connective tissue disease, affects every system of the body, particularly the nervous system. These debilitating diseases can be so difficult to properly diagnose that patients, often bedridden with pain, exhaustion, and many other symptoms, go through further hell when they are not believed that they’re sick.

Finding Joy presents a comprehensive, practical guide for living your best life with chronic illness. This psychology self-help book integrates personal and professional insights to give you tools for handling various aspects of living with a chronic illness. There is also a chapter specifically for the loved ones and caregivers of the chronically ill. While this book is designed for anyone with a chronic illness, the spiritual content early in the book suggests the value of sticking to your faith and offers several Bible references.

You survived a stroke, but now you’re dealing with the painful uncertainty, anxiety, and depression left in its wake. You’re ready to take control and take back your mental health—you just need a little help. You never had this level of anxiety or depression before, but your stroke changed everything. That was my story, too. Until I reached my breaking point and had to get help.

Voices of invisible illness. Join Rachel Dallas as she embarks on a journey to shed light on the often misunderstood world of invisible illnesses. In this episode of Invisible Made Visible, Rachel shares her personal experiences battling CRPS (and many other chronic illnesses in next episode) and the catalyst moments that altered her life. Her mission is to educate and inspire, hoping to transform misconceptions into mindful understanding. Rachel discusses the importance of changing stigmatized perspectives and emphasises the power of compassion and awareness. Through her podcast, she aims to ...

Macular degeneration affects over eight million people in the United States. Patients lose central vision, the ability to read fine print and recognize faces. A diagnosis doesn't mean surrendering to these challenges. Instead, understanding this medical condition will help pave the way toward a better future-for yourself or loved one.

It took forty plus years of intense agonizing sacrifice and struggle for Christopher A. Davis to heed the call of the Most High. In doing so he found his purpose in producing an extraordinary piece of work. The Invisible Bully: Thriving in a Life with Sickle Cell Anemia tackles the issues that one may face with the disease head on. This book shows the importance of having inner strength and fortitude, a positive disposition, understanding the power of faith in God and in yourself, and more.

”Silent Strength: Women Veterans’ Stories of Resilience” is a heartfelt podcast that shines a light on the experiences of women veterans navigating PTSD, MST, and invisible illnesses. Join us as we delve into the courageous journeys and unwavering resilience of these invisible warriors. Through powerful personal stories, insightful discussions, and expert interviews, we explore the impact of PTSD, MST, and chronic conditions on women veterans. From understanding the challenges they face to highlighting the support systems available, each episode offers a glimpse into the lives of these ...

Twenty-seven-year-old Sarah Thebarge had it all - a loving boyfriend, an Ivy League degree, and a successful career - when her life was derailed by an unthinkable diagnosis: aggressive breast cancer. After surviving the grueling treatments - though just barely - Sarah moved to Portland, Oregon, to start over. There, a chance encounter with an exhausted African mother and her daughters transformed her life again.

Need to (re)discover health and happiness without feeling overwhelmed? What if a few simple health habits could dramatically improve your wellness or the wellness of someone you love? Award winning researcher and health advocate, Heather Hausenblas, PhD, provides her inspiring journey with an autoimmune disease, weaving together personal stories and science to shed light on how you can eliminate overwhelm and (re)discover health and happiness.

Wise and embodied, fearless and necessary, Being (Sick) Enough is both a wild awakening and a love letter to your whole self: the pains and suffering, joys and brightness, and vital connections that hold each of us as we navigate what it means to be here, like this, right now.

Invisible Forces is a podcast that investigates the unseen influences that drive our spending, our saving and our global economy. Hosted by Jefferies' insider Shannon Murphy, season three is all about one invisible force – the alchemy that can turn a series of unlikely events, surprises and setbacks into medicine’s biggest successes. We’ll hear from biotech industry leaders and our own Jefferies experts about some of the biggest breakthroughs in medical history – and the investments that brought them into reality.

Petite Mu est un média pour sensibiliser aux handicaps invisibles. Il s'adresse à la fois aux patients, à leurs proches, aux soignants, mais aussi au grand public.Touchant plus de 9 millions de personnes en France, le handicap invisible reste en marge de la société. Rappelons que le handicap invisible c'est 80% des handicaps.Découvrez l'ensemble de nos podcasts pour découvrir le parcours de vie de personnes qui ont appris une maladie, eu un accident ou souffre de douleurs chroniques. Ici pas de tabou chacun s'exprime sur la façon d'accepter son handicap. Le ton de notre média est ...

The podcast network that speaks to people with chronic illness, invisible illness, disability, and chronic pain."Explicitly Sick Podcast" with Monica Michelle + "[Human]care Podcast" with Eva MinkoffBe Kind. Be Gentle. Be A Bad Ass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RSV Unmasked: Battling the Invisible Foe of Respiratory Health Respirator Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common and highly contagious virus, has long lurked in the shadows, often overshadowed by its more well-known cousin, influenza. However, RSV is a formidable foe, particularly for young children and older adults, posing a significant threat to respiratory health. While it may not make headlines as frequently as influenza, RSV's impact is undeniable, accounting for a substantial portion of infant hospitalizations worldwide. Distinguishing RSV from COVID-19 RSV and COVID-19 are both respiratory ...

Noisy eyeballs, fatigue, brain fog, digestive distress... symptoms and conditions that no one can see. Do chronic health conditions have you living in a dark place? The poems within tell a story of anger, struggle, sadness, and hope. Susan paints a picture of her life with chronic medical conditions and invisible disabilities that will take you on a wild journey. Dark humor, creative rhyming, repetition, and rhythm are combined to create expressive verses.