Gain Free Access to America’s National Parks For Those with Certain Disabilities
Living with a chronic illness can often feel like a long and winding road, one filled with obstacles, unexpected detours, and challenges that can weigh heavily on the spirit. Yet, even amidst the difficulties, there are hidden treasures—small gifts of grace—that offer...
Osteoporosis Risk Factors That Robbed My Bone Health
Osteoporosis risk factors are important to consider as we age, as this condition often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. That is what happened to me. Thankfully, I asked for a bone density scan. I did so because I knew some of the medications I had been on for...
Symptoms of Pancreatitis
The symptoms of pancreatitis can mimic several other conditions, so when I was first diagnosed and hospitalized with it, I was completely caught off guard. I had been convinced that I was dealing with a severe ulcer. The pain was intense and unrelenting, centered in...
When Was Multiple Sclerosis First Diagnosed?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. The disease has been recognized for centuries, but it was not until the 19th century that it began to be recognized as a distinct clinical entity.The first description of...
How To Get Pain Relief From Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis—a name that sounds more medical mystery than everyday affliction—is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue that stretches across the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. If you’ve ever experienced it, you know it has a...