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After receiving my first diagnosis of Fibromyalgia, I felt relieved to have a name for what was happening to me, and I finally felt understood. I learned that Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness, which entails a state of permanency; it meant that I would never go back to the old me.
- July 24, 2020
- 5 min read
"Thomas Rimmer shares his journey of battling cancer, from the discovery of his diagnosis to undergoing chemotherapy and treatment.
- July 10, 2020
- 3 min read
- 1 Comment
Discover Rachel's courageous journey through chronic illness, from childhood diagnosis to becoming a patient advocate and co-founder of #WeAreTheVulnerable.
- June 26, 2020
- 8 min read
- 2 Comments
"For many months they couldn’t figure out what was wrong with me. I would vomit every time I ate. I couldn’t hold anything down, which led to malnutrition, fatigue, dizziness, and passing out." Read Kristy's inspiring journey!
- June 18, 2020
- 8 min read
- 2 Comments
"The typical POTS at-home treatments: compression socks, salt, electrolytes, small meals, and working out was not helping me." Read Ash's story of how they battle dysautonomia every day and chooses to be positive and grateful.
- June 10, 2020
- 6 min read
Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the age of 10, singer and songwriter Ava shares her story, treatment, and medication. ALL occurs when a bone marrow cell develops errors in its DNA and is the most common childhood cancer.
- June 04, 2020
- 4 min read
- 1 Comment
"I started the treatment with peripheral IVs but with EDS, my veins couldn’t hold up to the constant poking" Read Madelieline's journey through EDS symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
- May 28, 2020
- 5 min read
- 2 Comments
Missy talks about her Lymphoma diagnosis, and treatment that followed. From chemotherapy to a bone marrow transplant, she expresses her courageous journey.
- May 22, 2020
- 3 min read
What is herd immunity? How does it work? This post answers some of the recently growing questions and curiosity about the trending topic of Herd Immunity.
"My legs got so heavy that after 3 steps, it felt like I was walking into a wall and I couldn’t go any further." Alicia Kubes shares her experiences with Pulmonary Hypertension and life with chronic illness.
- May 01, 2020
- 5 min read
- 1 Comment
Laura first encountered symptoms from Lyme disease when she was 10 years old. Now 30, she shares her journey.
- April 29, 2020
- 6 min read
- 2 Comments
Learn essential PICC line care tips, including dressing changes, flushing, and managing daily activities. Find out how to keep your PICC line safe and avoid complications.
- April 24, 2020
- 3 min read
- 3 Comments
Elissa, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shares her tips on dating with breast cancer: timing is everything, how to do it, choose how much you disclose, do it before clothes come off, find your comfort level when being intimate, establish clear expectations.
- April 03, 2020
- 3 min read
I used to be quite active prior to falling ill. Things changed after Lyme. After many misdiagnosis, I learned that I had to be my own advocate with my medical care, dealing with health insurance and keeping a positive outlook.
- March 20, 2020
- 3 min read
With my diagnosis came immediate relief, but that relief was all too temporary. Lyme disease felt like the answer I had been waiting for, but with the lack of research and understanding I soon realized that a Lyme diagnosis didn’t win me any battles, it only redirected me towards new ones
- March 06, 2020
- 5 min read
- 1 Comment
Introducing our latest innovation: the PICC line shower cover! Say goodbye to makeshift solutions like saran wrap or trash bags.
- February 21, 2020
- 2 min read
Discover the empowering stories of breast cancer survivors who have found strength and community through their journeys.
- April 03, 2019
- 5 min read
Discover thoughtful gifts for preemie mothers and babies in the NICU, from NICU clothes like preemie bodysuits to comfort items like cozy socks and blankets.
- April 01, 2019
- 4 min read
Discover Hillary Black's inspiring journey through her battle with stage 3A breast cancer. From initial disbelief to determination, she shares her story of resilience, love, and hope.
- June 27, 2018
- 5 min read
Discover the launch of the Care+Wear x Oscar de la Renta Chest Port Access Hoodie, designed to support patients undergoing cancer treatment.
- April 24, 2018
- 4 min read