Health Conditions

Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can have a profound impact on various aspects of life, including physical health. While depression is primarily characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities, its effects extend beyond emotional well-being.

To be meaningful, we don't necessarily have to do wonderful things or accomplish spectacular goals. Most of the time, what we do is far less important than who we are. Our simple presence, our caring, our bodies, our minds all have value to the world.

Through this article I explore some very basic methods that can be used to relieve tension, stress, and depression, as well as sharpen intuition, clear the mind, and increase energy. These methods can be used by anyone to help restore a general sense of well-being.

Sometimes that life isn't what we expect and coming to terms with the new reality of life with chronic illness is difficult and can be traumatic. I know it took me several years after my diagnosis before I found an inner acceptance

Patients take part in clinical trials for many reasons. While the treatment that you receive may offer you the best outcome, it is important to evaluate all of your options before you decide that clinical trial is right for you. Here are some things to consider:

Life can get out of balance pretty quickly. When you have a chronic illness, that balance can be even more difficult to maintain. It is one more demand upon our limited time and energy.

Ulcerative colitis, a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), remains shrouded in secrecy and misconceptions, leading to a lack of public awareness and understanding. Contrary to the common belief that it only affects the elderly, ulcerative colitis can strike individuals of any age, causing a host of distressing symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives.

Let me know if there is anything I can do... we often tell a friend who lives with a chronic illness. I've offered this numerous times, but there are very few times someone has actually felt comfortable calling and asking me to help them out.

Life with chronic illness may bring unexpected challenges, but that doesn't mean you can't be in control of your life. In fact, if you're not, then something or someone else is.

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar.