How to Be Strong: Advice from a GBS Survivor
"Be strong," they say. "Don't give up." However well-meaning the sentiment, those phrases sometimes ring empty. What does it even mean to be strong? To persevere? I think Jackie Barber's story…
"Be strong," they say. "Don't give up." However well-meaning the sentiment, those phrases sometimes ring empty. What does it even mean to be strong? To persevere? I think Jackie Barber's story…
When I first read this story in Fortune about the Zika Virus potentially being used to treat a rare form of deadly brain cancer called glioblastoma, I immediately thought of…
The Indiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center in Indianapolis has long been a leader in innovative patient care. They teamed up with MicroHealth, a company founded by hemophilia patient Aaron Craig…
This year marks the end of a second decade of achievements for EURORDIS, now formally known as EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe. EURORDIS is a non-governmental alliance that is the voice of…
In the world of medical science, there's theory and there's application. Many scientists and researcher make amazing discoveries, but few find applications that can really transform lives. Hans Clevers is…
The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders website has a section where patients can share their story. Hollie's story is one of the featured stories. Her story starts in 2009…
In our derisive political environment, it's hard to find something everyone can agree on. But this month--Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, to be exact--party lines are coming together to heighten knowledge about…
Okay... I'll be the first to admit my diet needs improving. I'm more likely to reach for a bag of chips than a bag of carrots and, if I'm hungry,…