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Chronic Illness
FDA Approves First Systemic Alopecia Treatment
MedTruth Editors · June 21, 2022
Although there have been topical treatments available to treat alopecia, Olumiant is the first systemic treatment approved for the autoimmune disorder.
NewsChronically-Ill Roundup Plaintiff Struggles to Testify
MedTruth Editors · October 1, 2021
A woman who suffers from significant memory loss struggled to answer questions posed by a Monsanto attorney in a Roundup trial.
Legal DevelopmentsHow to Be a Chronic Illness Ally
S. Nicole Lane · September 10, 2020
MedTruth talked to five folks living with various chronic illnesses and asked them what makes a good chronic illness ally.
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Highlighting Race and Chronic Illness As Key COVID-19 Disparities
Akilah Wise · July 6, 2020
COVID-19 deaths are 12 times higher among people with chronic underlying conditions. Though most U.S. adults have a chronic illness, Black, Latino, Native American, low-income and uninsured people are disproportionately affected.
Patient StoriesPatient Stories: Taking Immunosuppressants During the Coronavirus Pandemic
S. Nicole Lane · March 30, 2020
The public, by now, knows that the elderly and those with serious health issues such as cancer, diabetes, lung disease and heart disease are high risk, but people taking immunosuppressant drugs fall into the high-risk category as well.
Patient StoriesCan Chronic Pain Be Relieved by Releasing Difficult Emotions?
S. Nicole Lane · February 27, 2020
Nicole Sachs believes chronic illness can be born inside of the body from unresolved trauma. Here are two stories sharing experiences with Sachs' approach to healing chronic pain.
Patient Stories'Trust Me, I'm Sick,' A Female-Led Documentary Series on Chronic Illness
Annie Simon · January 31, 2020
'Trust Me, I'm Sick,' a short documentary series following the everyday lives of five individuals, works to create an accurate portrayal of people living with chronic illness.
Health FeaturesDoes Chronic Inflammation Cause Mental Fatigue?
Tess Francke · January 29, 2020
A study on inflammation and fatigue reveals that a specific brain network is affected by inflammation, which could lead to brain fog, a symptom experienced by many autoimmune disease patients.
Research + Findings6 Books and Films for Navigating Life with Chronic Illness
Tess Francke · January 8, 2020
In addition to a network of support, books and films can help those suffering from a condition cope. These resources are tailored to chronic illness sufferers, as they all highlight particular chronic conditions.
Health FeaturesHow Everyday Medications Can Affect Gut Health
Benjamin Duong · November 20, 2019
Metformin, PPIs, SSRIs, steroids and antibiotics may affect the bacteria of the gut microbiome, according to a study from the Netherlands presented at UEG Week 2019.
Research + FindingsChronic Illness Defined: The Spoon Theory and Social Media
Lauren Delisle · October 24, 2019
Chronic illness affects six in 10 adults living in the United States -- a figure that is only expected to increase in coming years. Despite stigmas that stand in the way of societal treatment and comprehensive care methods, holistic and functional practitioners of medicine are working alongside patient advocates to make the world an easier place to live for those coping with chronic illness. Learn more about the movement to make invisible illnesses visible.
Health FeaturesChronic Illness Defined: 3 Autoimmune Diseases and Why They Matter
Annie Simon · October 17, 2019
Chronic illness covers a broad assortment of health conditions, but there are some that never get recognition because of the lack of public dialogue. Today, MedTruth recognizes three underrecognized autoimmune diseases.
Health FeaturesChronicon, First-Ever Chronic Illness Conference, Comes to New York
MedTruth Editors · October 9, 2019
On October 28, medical professionals and social influencers will gather to bring visibility to the topic of chronic illness. As one of the most prevalent health conditions the U.S. population, the event is a long-anticipated one. The first-ever chronic illness event, spearheaded by chronic illness advocated Nitika Chopra, is bound to be illuminating and inclusive for all who will be in attendance.
NewsSeeing Chronic Illness: Symptoms, Stigmas and Solutions
S. Nicole Lane · June 5, 2019
Approximately 133 million people in the United States suffer from a chronic illness according to a report by the National Health Council. By 2020, that number is estimated to hit 157 million. Unfortunately, these large numbers don't mean chronic illness is largely understood or widely acknowledged.
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