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November 16, 2020November 12, 2020

Looking for Threads of Hope When Crisis Hits

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

“I love you. If anything happens to me, you know where I keep the account details.” My husband uttered these parting words as I dropped him off for admittance ... Read more

November 9, 2020November 5, 2020

Even Superheroes Have Sidekicks

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

My husband lives under the banner of his disease. This may sound hard-hitting, but it is the fact of the matter. The sooner carers appreciate that hereditary amyloidosis may ... Read more

November 2, 2020October 30, 2020

Keep Pushing and Persevering on the Rare Disease Journey

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

My laptop reads 3:37 a.m. I made the mistake of checking my work inbox when I should be asleep. There are times I become overzealous in my correspondence. I ... Read more

October 28, 2020November 19, 2020

You Are Stronger Than You Think

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

I turn 50 this November, and one of the key things I have learned is that we as human beings totally underrate our ability to overcome tough situations. I ... Read more

May 20, 2020May 18, 2020

How to Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally

Columns, Rumination and Response - a Column by Ezekiel Lim

Part of the work needed to ensure the overall well-being of neuropathy patients is to help them manage their moods and let them know that they are supported. Increased ... Read more

May 6, 2020May 4, 2020

How Neuropathy Patients Can Manage the Return of Warm Weather

Columns, Rumination and Response - a Column by Ezekiel Lim

May 2020 has arrived, introducing warmer temperatures and beautiful days — the spring season, a great time to be outside. When it’s not raining, warmer temperatures and sunlight may ... Read more

April 8, 2020April 6, 2020

Vitamins that May Help to Treat Neuropathy Symptoms

Columns, Rumination and Response - a Column by Ezekiel Lim

Patients with peripheral neuropathy symptoms must practice caution when managing underlying symptoms by conferring with their doctors. One nerve damage treatment strategy to discuss with a doctor is vitamin ... Read more

March 25, 2020March 23, 2020

Paying Attention to Mental Health During Social Isolation

Columns, Rumination and Response - a Column by Ezekiel Lim

The COVID-19 pandemic has surged to unprecedented levels. Since last week’s column, many schools, workplaces, and public gatherings have been placed on hold. For familial amyloid polyneuropathy patients and ... Read more

March 18, 2020March 17, 2020

Being Prepared: Neuropathy Patients, Social Distancing, and the Coronavirus

Columns, Rumination and Response - a Column by Ezekiel Lim

By now the virus that causes COVID-19 has expanded to numerous countries, causing a global crisis. Because older people and those with preexisting health conditions are at a higher ... Read more