Chronic Illness: On the Outside Looking In
Sometimes chronic illness leaves patients on the outside looking in. When I was younger, I sometimes had to leave social
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6 Things NOT To Say to a Sick Woman About Her Appearance
People are surprised when I tell them about insults I received due to changes in my appearance from illness. If
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Work & Chronic Illness (Part 2): How to Find Accommodations
In my previous article (Work & Chronic Illness Part 1: 4 Things Not to Say to Sick People), I shared
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Work & Chronic Illness (Part 1): 4 Things NOT to Say to Sick People
One of the most common things people with chronic illnesses or disabilities hear is, “You’re so lucky you get to rest
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My Interview With Ms. Wheelchair Illinois, Pearl Gannon
I recently attended the Abilities Expo where I met Pearl Gannon, Ms. Wheelchair Illinois. You can watch Pearl compete live
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Happy 2nd Birthday! | Top 10 Fashionably ill Articles
Fashionably ill is celebrating its second birthday! As such, I’m sharing the top ten articles from the past two years. In
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5 Ways to Maintain Mental Health Despite Chronic Pain & Fatigue
Mental Mind Meld : Mental health issues can affect many other conditions. Write about mental health, emotions, and challenges as they
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10 Signs: You Might be a “Professional Patient” If…
I was shopping for my Mother’s Day present today and I brought my 40% off coupon with me. As I
Read MoreA Lesson I Learned the Hard Way (#HAWMC)
Today I continue WEGO’s Health Activist Month Challenge (#HAWMC), which I’ve been enjoying immensely. Day 19: Lesson Learned. What’s a
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5 Challenges & 5 Small Victories (#HAWMC)
I continue WEGO’s Health Activist Writer’s Month Challenge (#HAWMC). Day 18: 5 Challenges & 5 Small Victories. Make a list
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