PinnedSeeing Clearly What Matters MostThe author Henry David Thoreau once said, “Not only must we be good, but we must also be good for something.” Diana and her husband, Dave, have spent a lifetime giving back, going on several volunteer medical trips to Haiti and through the Amazon. “I can’t begin to tell you…Thyroid Eye Disease2 min readThyroid Eye Disease2 min read
PinnedThe Greatest Gift of AllCooking gumbo takes time, patience, and love. Its warmth can be felt in every ingredient. For Julia and her family, gumbo is the perfect Christmas dish. “My husband is an excellent cook,” Julia said. …Pulmonary Hypertension2 min readPulmonary Hypertension2 min read
Feb 10Anticipating Better Days AheadJeannette worked at a Michigan-based furniture company for almost 20 years. Her career brought her financial security and quality health benefits — benefits that meant her rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment was always covered. “I’m a Michigander,” Jeannette said. “I’ve lived other places over the years, but Michigan is home. …Rheumatoid Arthritis2 min readRheumatoid Arthritis2 min read
Dec 20, 2022A Quintessential OutdoorsmanJohn’s sense of adventure has taken him many places in his life. After spending two years in the army, he moved to Brazil with his girlfriend, Susan, where she’d taken a job as a science teacher. A few years later, they were married. …Ipf3 min readIpf3 min read
Dec 12, 2022A Flight To RememberCarol has Parkinson’s disease, a disorder that affects the central nervous system and impairs movement. When she first began experiencing symptoms, the disease made it difficult for her play the piano, visit her local coffee shop, or even fix her hair. “I would pass out very easily. I couldn’t walk,”…Parkinsons Disease2 min readParkinsons Disease2 min read
Dec 9, 2022Refusing to Give UpIn 1975, Barbara was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that disrupts communication between the brain and body. The news left her stunned, but her husband, Bob, vowed to stay by her side. “It’s a terrible disease,” Bob said. “It just picks away at you a little at a…Ms2 min readMs2 min read
Dec 9, 2022Still Smiling After All These YearsIn 1996, Larry sensed something wasn’t right with his health. One of his arms didn’t have the same range of motion it used to. That’s when his doctor explained that he was living with Parkinson’s disease, a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. “Normally everybody knows Parkinson’s from the…Parkinsons Disease2 min readParkinsons Disease2 min read
Dec 9, 2022Living and Enjoying LifeMemray is serious about motherhood. As the primary provider and caregiver for her son, she was laser-focused on him and his wellbeing. But now that her son is grown, Memray’s focus is solely on her health. “Before, I was consumed with being a mother,” Memray said. …Multiple Sclerosis2 min readMultiple Sclerosis2 min read
Nov 29, 2022It Takes a VillageSitting in the northwest corner of the U.S., Stanwood, Washington is about an hour north of Seattle. With easy access to the city and nature, Darlene says she’s grateful to live in such a beautiful part of the world. “It’s a great place to live and to visit,” Darlene said. …Ipf2 min readIpf2 min read
Nov 21, 2022Cruising Through LifeGary, his wife, and their beloved dog — a boxer-shepherd mix — love taking full advantage of their Florida life. The warm weather is a far cry from their days in Ohio, where Gary grew up. “My wife really wanted to move down here,” Gary said. …Alpha 12 min readAlpha 12 min read
