Chronic Awareness: Understanding Chronic Illnesses & Supporting

Rob Baker’s Brave Retirement: Navigating Life with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Post-Cricket Career

Introduction Rob Baker, once a rising star in Australian cricket, captained the Under-19 team with promise and skill. However, his cricket career was abruptly halted by chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a debilitating condition that developed following a viral infection. Baker’s journey with CFS highlights the resilience required to navigate life after an unexpected health challenge and underscores the importance of raising awareness about this often misunderstood illness. Rob Baker’s Journey with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Promising…

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Billy Garton’s Unyielding Spirit: Confronting ME/CFS Post-Soccer Career

Introduction Billy Garton, a former professional soccer player, faced an unexpected and life-altering challenge: myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). After a promising career on the field, Garton’s life was dramatically changed by this debilitating condition, which developed following a viral infection. His journey highlights the resilience and determination required to navigate life with ME/CFS and underscores the importance of raising awareness about this often misunderstood illness. Billy Garton’s Journey with ME/CFS Soccer Career and the…

by Dr Alex Robber•06/13/202408/22/2025•0

Janeane Garofalo’s Journey: Navigating Life with Fibromyalgia

Introduction Janeane Garofalo, a multi-talented actor, writer, and comedian, is known for her sharp wit and unique voice in the entertainment industry. Beyond her successful career, Garofalo faces a significant personal challenge: fibromyalgia. This chronic condition, characterized by widespread pain and fatigue, has profoundly impacted her life. Through her journey, Garofalo has become an advocate for awareness and understanding of fibromyalgia, bringing attention to this often misunderstood condition. Janeane Garofalo’s Battle with Fibromyalgia Onset of…

by Dr Alex Robber•06/13/202408/22/2025•0

Luke Ford’s Battle with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Journey Through Resilience and Awareness

Introduction Luke Ford, a journalist and actor known for his diverse talents and contributions to media, has faced a significant personal challenge: chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). This condition, characterized by extreme fatigue that does not improve with rest, has profoundly impacted his life and career. Through his journey, Ford has become an advocate for awareness and understanding of CFS, shedding light on the struggles faced by many who live with this debilitating condition. Luke Ford’s…

by Dr Alex Robber•06/13/202408/22/2025•0

Effective Bipolar Therapy

by Dr Alex Robber•06/05/202408/22/2025•0

Best Treatment for Crohn’s Disease: Comprehensive Guide

Introduction Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the gastrointestinal tract. It can cause a range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition. While there is no cure for Crohn’s disease, various treatments can help manage symptoms and achieve remission. This comprehensive guide explores the best treatment options available for Crohn’s disease. Understanding Crohn’s Disease What is Crohn’s Disease? Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune condition where…

by Dr Alex Robber•06/05/202408/22/2025•0

Why Fibromyalgia misdiagnosed as Arthritis is common?

Several years ago I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I was treated with various drugs including methotrexate. The drugs did not really help, but I did have some side effects from them. Recently I obtained a second opinion from a different NHS Trust. I was told that I did not suffer, nor had I ever suffered, from rheumatoid arthritis. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I believe that my current diagnosis is correct and that I…

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Overcoming Disability in the Media

This is an assignment for my disability studies course in my social work program. The purpose of the assignment is to identify different models of disability in the media by reviewing a news article. This one looks at the construction of the ‘supercrip’ (super cripple) who ‘overcomes his/her disability. Let me know what you think of this image – inspiring or unrealistic? Learning Activity 3.1 The article I chose for this Learning Activity describes how…

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‘Smart’ Underwear May Help Prevent Back Pain

Mechanized “smart” undergarments may be the answer to back pain, according to researchers. The Vanderbilt University engineers have created an undergarment that eases stress on the low back and activates only when a wearer needs it. “I’m sick of Tony Stark [the fictional Iron Man] and Bruce Wayne [Batman’s alter ego] being the only ones with performance-boosting supersuits. We, the masses, want our own,” Karl Zelik, principal investigator on the project, quipped in a university…

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Elevating Women’s Voices Will Advance Chronic Pain Treatment and Management

Coordinated by Monica Mallampalli, PhD, Chronicillness.co’s Advisor for Scientific and Strategic Initiatives, our two-day event aimed to advance and amplify current dialogue on the impact of chronic pain on women’s health. We certainly accomplished our goals. The summit convened leading experts in chronic pain science and treatment, policy experts from federal agencies and national pain advocacy organizations. Pain activists with personal knowledge of the devastation caused by chronic pain conditions also provided their unique insights.…

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