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Animal Love Helps Women Cope with HIV/AIDS
October 1st, 2012A spoonful of medicine goes down a lot easier if there is a dog or cat around. Having pets is helpful for women living with HIV/AIDS and managing their chronic illness, according to a new study from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University.
The Art of Solace
September 1st, 2012Being around a severely ill person—especially one who is facing a long-term recovery or who must live with a chronic condition—is not easy. It makes most of us deeply uncomfortable, even if we’ve known (and loved) the person for years. We struggle to say “the right thing.” We want to cheer the person up, but pasting on a smile feels fake and pointless.
15 Tips for Truly Connecting with a Chronically Ill Person
The Science of Prevention
The key to living a healthy, balanced life is practicing prevention. Benjamin Franklin said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
Rising Above MS
July 27th, 2011
Imagine for a moment knowing that you have problems keeping your balance but not knowing when you will lose it.Coping with an unpredictable, chronic illness can take its toll, but natural treatments can help.
