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Chronic Illness: Faith and the Future
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mpratt
Fifty years ago, or perhaps even less, someone with a diagnosis of lupus could not expect a “normal” lifespan. There was so little understanding of the disease, and few ways to treat the symptoms and flares, proctively or otherwise. Today is a bit of a different story, as it is for other chronic illnesses. People…
Chronic Illness and Pain: Go, Team!
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mpratt
We who live with chronic illness and pain are athletes in more ways than one. And rather than isolated athletes, running a solo race, we are actually part of a team that takes in ourselves, our loved ones, our doctors and others who provide medical care, and our spiritual supports. Far from being theoretical or…
Chronic Pain & Illness: Respect and Appreciation for the “Lowly”
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mpratt
Now more than ever, I realize how important it is to appreciate everyone who participates in our healthcare. Not only our doctors, but those who provide essential services that we sometimes overlook. In fact, it is the seemingly “least significant” of those people in healthcare-related jobs who make the greatest difference in our lives. And it is so…
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