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How to Prepare Yourself for the Long Days of Medical Treatment: A Checklist
Getting ready for a big treatment day of an infusion, chemotherapy, or dialysis is overwhelming. Hours spent in a hospital or a treatment center can leave you spent, physically and emotionally. With a little forethought, however, you can make the...
Must-Have Gifts for Anyone Who Has a Chronic Illness
It is so hard to give a thoughtful gift to someone with a chronic illness. You want it to be practical but, above all, comforting. A truly great gift is something that makes their day-to-day life a little bit easier...
Managing the Emotional Impact of a Diagnosis of Chronic Disease
A diagnosis for a chronic illness can be overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes life-altering. It is not only a question of physical symptoms but an emotional journey. Most any event can be just as important to your current emotional well-being as...
How to Stay Comfortable During Long Medical Treatments
Long medical treatments, like infusions or chemotherapy, can be very exhausting. Having to sit still in a chair for hours, freezing cold rooms, and side effects—all of these are tiring for both body and brain. Fortunately, there is a great...
Top Must-Have Accessories for Chronic Illness Management
In life, with a chronic illness, the difference usually comes from an assortment of tools and accessories that can make things easier. Whether going out to medical appointments, managing medications, or attempting to stay comfortable around the house, a few...
Top Tips of Self-Care for Chronic Illness Warriors
The process of living with a chronic illness is not easy, and sometimes it's overpowering. One must learn to take care of oneself physically and mentally. Taking good care of one's self is not a luxury; it is a necessity...
How to Prepare for Infusion Day: A Comprehensive Guide
Infusion days are long and, quite often, very tiring. A little preparation can make the entire experience quite comfortable. Whether this is your first infusion or one of several, having a plan in place really can help in getting through...
Things to Know When Visiting Someone in the Hospital
Visiting someone in the hospital is a little daunting but really one of the most thoughtful things one can do for a friend or loved one. Whether they are in for a short stay or longer recovery, your being there...
Okay, let's get real: dating someone with a chronic illness probably seems a little daunting in the beginning. You might imagine some gut-wrenching conversations, unpredictable setbacks, and even a dash of uncertainty. But here's the thing—it’s not all about those...
Reasons to Warm Up on Infusion Day
Infusion days are long and difficult, and keeping warm is a key to being at your most comfortable during treatments. Most infusion rooms are kept on the cooler side for equipment purposes, but that doesn't mean you should feel cold....