Podcasts about chronic illness

When the system kills a $2.4 million study on Black maternal health with one Friday afternoon email, the message is loud and clear: stop asking questions that make power uncomfortable. Dr. Jaime Slaughter-Acey, an epidemiologist at UNC, built a groundbreaking project called LIFE-2 to uncover how racism and stress shape the biology of pregnancy. It was science rooted in community, humanity, and truth. Then NIH pulled the plug, calling her work “DEI.” Jaime didn't quit. She fought back, turning her grief into art and her outrage into action. This episode is about the cost of integrity, the politics of science, and what happens when researchers refuse to stay silent.RELATED LINKS• The Guardian article• NIH Grant• Jaime's LinkedIn Post• Jaime's Website• Faculty PageFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey friend, Feeling pressure to make the holiday season “perfect” even though you're exhausted, struggling with chronic illness, or battling chronic fatigue? Wondering how to actually feel comforted without adding more tasks to your plate while managing fatigue, brain fog symptoms, or nervous system overload? Struggling with inflammation and diet, sleep disruption, sleep hygiene issues, or nervous system dysregulation as the holidays approach? In this episode, I'm sharing low-effort sensory anchors that help moms with chronic health conditions feel comforted, calm, and supported during the holiday season. You'll learn simple, low-tox ways to engage your senses, reduce stress, support your nervous system, and boost natural energy without doing “all the things.” This episode is perfect for moms managing fatigue, brain fog, adrenal fatigue, and autoimmune symptoms who want to still create meaningful moments with their family. Part 3: Resources and Links Mentioned Work with me for personalized coaching: ashleybraden.com/coaching  169. Crashing After Pushing Yourself Too Hard? Why Stress Management, Rest, and Sleep Hygiene Matter More Than Willpower  167. Can't Focus or Think Clearly? 5 Quick Reset Routines for Brain Fog and Fatigue  164. 4 Quick Stress Relief Tips To Reset Your Nervous System and Feel Better   Connect With Me: Contact: → Join our free Facebook group Facebook: → https://facebook.com/chronichealthmoms Instagram: → https://instagram.com/chronichealthmoms YouTube: → https://youtube.com/@chronichealthsolutions?si=OrDqjuavV5dctG0d Next Steps: Get more personalized support with one-on-one coaching at ashleybraden.com/coaching

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bill Rawls, Co-Founder and Medical Director of Vital Plan, to talk about the root causes of chronic illness and the power of herbal medicine. After facing his own battle with chronic Lyme disease, Dr. Rawls discovered how modern herbology and cellular wellness can help the body heal from the inside out. We discuss his journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing and how restoring cellular health can transform your energy, immunity, and longevity.Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ How can herbal medicine help prevent chronic illness?→ What is cellular wellness and why does it matter?→ Which herbs support detox and immune health?→ What is the RESTORE180 herbal protocol from Vital Plan?→ How can root cause medicine improve long-term health?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ AG1 | Head to https://drinkag1.com/bewell to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother.→ Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:52 - Doctor sleep loss→ 00:08:40 - Chronic illness basics→ 00:13:52 - Root cause healing→ 00:20:30 - Everyday toxins→ 00:21:47 - Heavy metals→ 00:28:11 - Best sleep times→ 00:33:11 - Cellular stress→ 00:34:33 - Lyme disease→ 00:37:23 - Bacterial infections→ 00:44:18 - Microbes & treatment→ 00:53:47 - Minimalist wellness→ 00:58:16 - Herbs vs drugs→ 01:04:19 - Herb protocols→ 01:09:36 - Sourcing herbs→ 01:16:37 - Blends vs singles→ 01:22:34 - Staying presentCheck Out Dr. Bill: → IG: @rawlsmd; @vitalplan→ Book: The Cellular Solution & Unlocking Lyme→ Website: www.vitalplan.com; https://rawlsmd.com/ Check Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ YouTube→ Facebook

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONAllison Applebaum was supposed to become a concert pianist. She chose ballet instead. Then 9/11 hit, and she ran straight into a psych ward—on purpose. What followed was one of the most quietly revolutionary acts in modern medicine: founding the country's first mental health clinic for caregivers. Because the system had decided that if you love someone dying, you don't get care. You get to wait in the hallway.She's a clinical psychologist. A former dancer. A daughter who sat next to her dad—legendary arranger of Stand By Me—through every ER visit, hallway wait, and impossible choice. Now she's training hospitals across the country to finally treat caregivers like patients. With names. With needs. With billing codes.We talked about music, grief, psycho-oncology, the real cost of invisible labor, and why no one gives a shit about the person driving you to chemo. This one's for the ones in the waiting room.RELATED LINKSAllisonApplebaum.comStand By Me – The BookLinkedInInstagramThe Elbaum Family Center for Caregiving at Mount SinaiFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send me a Text Message- please include your contact information so I can respondWhen we think of grief, we often picture death. But what about the silent grief that comes from illness — the kind that alters your identity, steals your energy, and isolates you from the world?In this powerful episode, I speak with Brenda Snow, a woman who turned a life-changing diagnosis into a movement that's touched millions. After being dismissed by doctors and told her symptoms were “all in her head,” Brenda found herself at rock bottom — until a single moment with her young daughter re-ignited her will to fight.Now the founder of Snow Companies and author of Diagnosed: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Patient Journey, Brenda shares how she walked through grief, reclaimed her identity, and built a life of purpose.We cover:The “unnamed grief” of chronic illnessWhy hope is essential — even before a diagnosisHow Brenda went from patient to pioneerThe power of storytelling in healing and advocacyWhat the healthcare system must do betterRebuilding identity when your body feels like a strangerThe difference between giving up and accepting what isI was especially moved by Brenda's metaphor of taking MS “by the hand.” It reminded me of the core truth of Grief 2 Growth: we're not buried—we're planted.

When you're living with chronic illness or pain, stress isn't just a side effect, it becomes part of the fabric of your everyday life. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano is joined by Jason Ott for a powerful conversation about the deeper layers of stress, the emotional toll of being chronically unwell, and the importance of a truly holistic approach to healing.Jason introduces the Being Triad—a framework that connects mind, body, and spirit as equal partners in the healing process. Together, he and Lyndsay unpack how emotional trauma, unresolved stress, and poor boundaries can quietly fuel disease, and how mapping your personal timeline can reveal more than any lab test ever could.This episode isn't just about coping—it's about reclaiming agency.They talk about what it means to advocate for yourself in a broken system, to prioritize self-care like your life depends on it (because it does), and to get curious about new ways of looking at old patterns.Tune in if you're done treating your body like a problem to solve—and ready to start listening to what it's been trying to say all along.Find Jason Ott Online Here:Website: empoweredprevention.comInstagram: @empoweredpreventionFacebook: Empowered PreventionLinkedIn: Jason OttYouTube: Empowered PreventionBook: No Cure, No Problem: The Art of HealingFind The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:Website: thepaingamepodcast.comInstagram: @thepaingamepodcastFacebook: The Pain Game PodcastLinkedIn: Lyndsay SopranoYouTube: The Pain Game PodcastEpisode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Stress Management(02:37) Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Health(05:48) The Connection Between Emotional Trauma and Physical Health(11:02) Setting Boundaries for Stress Management(16:52 )The Being Triad Framework: Mind, Body, and Spirit(24:47) Navigating Healthcare and Finding the Right Support(31:35) The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Health(46:18) Healing Stories and the Power of Acceptance

Hey friend, Are you still feeling tired all the time even while eating “healthy”? Could skipping breakfast be keeping your thyroid and adrenals in survival mode, fueling adrenal fatigue or chronic exhaustion? Wondering how a simple morning habit can boost natural energy, reduce stress, and support nervous system regulation? This episode explains why breakfast is essential for thyroid and adrenal health, how meal timing affects insulin, fat burning, and energy levels, and small, actionable steps to stabilize energy, improve hormone balance, and support your nervous system.  Resources / Links Mentioned: Personalized Coaching: ashleybraden.com/coaching  174. Struggling with Low Energy and Weight Gain? Why Blood Sugar Balance Might Be the Missing Piece  154. Why Hardcore Fasting Doesn't Work for Moms With Chronic Symptoms 158. 5 Natural Energy Hacks for Exhausted Moms Who Are Tired of Running on Caffeine 171. Brain Fog and Fatigue? Why Vitamin D Might Be The Cause (Even If Your Levels Are “Normal”) Connect With Me: Contact: → Join our free Facebook group Facebook: → https://facebook.com/chronichealthmoms Instagram: → https://instagram.com/chronichealthmoms YouTube: → https://youtube.com/@chronichealthsolutions?si=OrDqjuavV5dctG0d Next Steps: Get more personalized support with one-on-one coaching at ashleybraden.com/coaching  Try a protein-rich breakfast within an hour of waking. Notice how your energy and focus change over a few days. Join our free Facebook group for support, tips, and community.

Healthcare is catastrophically broken. We're spending $100K on preventable hospital visits while doctors get 12 minutes with patients, never read charts, and wonder why people don't "just take their meds." Type 2 diabetes patients sit at 10% control rates while the system shrugs. Dr. John Oberg took 50 patients with dangerously high A1Cs and got 49 into control in 12 weeks. Then he did it again with 79 patients, dropping them into healthy ranges and taking 30% off insulin entirely. His secret? Reading the chart. Treating humans like humans. Changing ice cream flavors instead of lecturing about willpower. This episode reveals how combining radical empathy, AI tools, and actual common sense is revolutionizing chronic disease care—and why the same principles work whether you're managing diabetes, depression, or just trying to unfuck your life one decision at a time. Learn "implementation medicine"—Dr. Oberg's approach that treats patients as partners, not problems. We cover AI co-pilots, peer counseling, the loneliness epidemic, and why calling your doctor by their first name might actually save your life. Key Topics: 98% success rates through radically small changes AI in healthcare: when it helps vs. when it kills The loneliness crisis: men now have fewer than 3 close friends Why the food pyramid was corporate propaganda White coat syndrome and first-name medicine Using tech without losing your humanity ---- GUEST WEBSITE: Precina Health Tales of Abundance Podcast ---- MORE FROM BROBOTS: Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok Subscribe to BROBOTS on Youtube Join our community in the BROBOTS Facebook group ---- LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS: Take control of how you'd like to feel with Apollo Neuro Explore the many benefits of cold therapy for your body with Nurecover Muse's Brain Sensing Headbands Improve Your Meditation Practice. Get started as a Certified Professional Life Coach! Get a Free One Year Supply of AG1 Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs Revamp your life with Bulletproof Coffee You Need a Budget helps you quickly get out of debt, and save money faster! Start your own podcast!    

In the latest episode of The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast, we're exploring medical invalidation. It's something virtually everyone with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) has experienced and it can be devastating.Researcher Allyson Bontempo, Ph.D. joins Aaron Goodman on the podcast to discuss her work on healthcare invalidation and discusses: ·       What she calls an “epidemic” of medical invalidation for people with MCS and other illnesses. ·       The consequences of dismissal by healthcare professionals — how it affects us on a personal and human level.·       How people with MCS, as we know, support each other largely online.·       And some strategies for ways we can advocate for ourselves. Listen at https://www.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastingMCS#MCSAdvocacy #MultipleChemicalSensitivithy #MCS #InvisibleIllnessAwareness #SafeHealthcareSpaces #ChemicalIntoleranceDISCLAIMER: THIS WEBSITE DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE  The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images, and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website. No material or information provided by The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast, or its associated website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Support the showThank you very much to the Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation for its generous support of the podcast.If you like the podcast, please consider becoming a supporter! Support the podcast. Find the podcast on Patreon. If you like, please buy me a coffee. Follow the podcast on YouTube! Read captions in any language. Please follow the podcast on social media:FacebookInstagramBlueSkyTikTokSponsorship Opportunites Are you an organization or company interested in helping to create greater awareness about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity and Chemical Intolerance and/or looking for sponsorship opportunities? Please email us at info@chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org

Send us a textWhat if your body could trust your dreams? In this raw EFT tapping session, we tackle a high-stakes fear: promoting a deeply personal book while living with brain lesions, chronic pain, and the very real risk that stress could trigger relapse. Tapping coach Amy Vincze guides a live session that moves from 9/10 head pain to 2/10 in 45 minutes—not through bypassing fear, but by meeting it exactly where it lives in the body. You'll learn: ✓ The complete tapping sequence (follow along) ✓ Why honest words must come before affirmations ✓ How early trauma shapes current procrastination ✓ Safety-first strategies for ambitious creative work ✓ The real-world tangle of disability benefits + visibility This isn't about pushing through. It's about building nervous system capacity *first*, then taking one small step from that regulated place. Perfect for anyone navigating chronic illness, creative blocks, or the fear that ambition might break you.

Grandparenting can be a gift—or a point of tension—depending on how generational differences are navigated. In this episode, Jenny Brown speaks with two special guests, Selden Illick and her daughter-in-law Alison Illick, about the subtle and powerful dynamics between grandparents, parents, and children. Drawing on Bowen family systems theory, they explore how patterns of anxiety, closeness, and loyalty ripple through three generations, and what differentiation looks like as adult children step into parenthood while their parents become grandparents.Listeners will hear real stories of family life and discover how understanding family systems theory can help shift well-meaning interference into meaningful support, so that the presence of grandparents strengthens, rather than strains, the family system. Parents will gain practical insight into setting boundaries, preserving their authority, and fostering healthier connections with grandparents while reducing tension at home.Selden Dunbar Illick founded the Princeton Family Center in 1987 based on Murray Bowen's natural systems theory and is now Trustee Emerita of its educational branch. She has served on the Florida Family Research Network board and is active in the New England Study of Bowen Theory. Formerly in private practice in New Jersey and Florida (1983–2004), she now consults in Massachusetts, helping people apply Bowen theory to family, work, and social systems. A frequent presenter on the impact of unresolved childhood patterns, she recently contributed a chapter on emotional attachments and chronic illness in Death and Chronic Illness in the Family: Bowen Family Theory Perspectives.Alison Illick lives in New Haven, Connecticut with her husband, Christopher, and their four sons. A former New York City public school teacher with degrees from Columbia University, she later supported her husband's medical practice in various roles. In recent years, she has studied Bowen theory at the Princeton Family Center for Education and the Bowen Center in Washington, DC. Alison finds the framework a valuable way to understand family and work systems and focuses on managing herself within them—an interest first sparked in college and later encouraged by her mother-in-law, Selden.LinksSelden as a previous guest on our podcasthttps://parenthopeproject.com.au/podcasts/grandparenting-relationships/The Princeton Family Center, New Jerseyhttps://www.princetonfamilycenter.org/Selden speaking on relevant topicshttps://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=921333534908389Newsletter-https://parenthopeproject.com.au/#newsletter Youtube-http://www.youtube.com/@ParentHopeProject Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/coachingparents Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/parenthopeproject/ LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/79093727/admin/feed/posts/ Website-https://parenthopeproject.com.au/ Contact us: Contact@parentproject.com.au (02) 9904 5600

Writer, Ianto Ware with the story of growing up in the suburbs of Adelaide with his radical, feminist, lesbian mother, Dimity. (R)Ianto Ware was raised in the suburbs of Adelaide in a house surrounded by a tangled garden of oak trees and vegetables, and furniture foraged from hard rubbish.Aside from the family pets, it was just Ianto and Dimity at home.His family was different to most in his street, as his mother Dimity described herself as a 'radical feminist socialist lesbian'.Dimity wore dungarees, and for some of Ianto's childhood, she drove a campervan with a yellow kayak on the roof, with a rainbow cat sticker on the bonnet of the van.As she was raising Ianto alone, Dimity knew that it was very likely she would not live to old age, because of a health condition she was born with.Ianto has written down the story his mother's remarkable life, and her legacy.Further informationOriginally broadcast June 2021. This episode was recorded remotely, during COVID.Mother and I: The fable of a wilful family was published by Hunter Publishing.Read more about Ianto on his website.https://iantoware.com.au/about/This episode of Conversations was produced by Nicola Harrison. The Executive Producer was Carmel Rooney.This episode explores single mothers, queer mothers, lesbian, gardening, rainbow families, unusual families, being different, how it feels to be different, when you don't fit in, is it ok to be different, Adelaide, Dunstan, mother and son, single parent family, single parent, single child family, kidney disease, kidney transplant, death of a mother, death of a parent, orphan, strong mothers, only child, one and done, amicable separation, amicable divorce, good divorce, adult son and chronic illness.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Antoinette Lee relied on a walker, service dog, and full-time caregiver, having previously managed her parents' care before their passing. She wished she'd known more about treatment options to better advocate for them—and for herself. Facing her fifth surgery, with failing organs and no clear path to recovery despite excellent insurance, she hit rock bottom. Unable to eat or drink for five weeks, she said goodbye to her service dog, Phoebe, preparing for the end. Today, she is a sponsored adventure sportswoman, writer, and motivational speaker, having traded her walker for a life of joy. Phoebe, her service dog, is now a semi-retired pet. Website: https://nnbl.blog/new-normal-big-llfe-blog/ New Normal Big Life Podcast: https://podmatch.com/hostdetail/175371555728328881c036efa Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinetteleemba/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nnblpodcast/ X: https://x.com/NNBLBlog You may also contact him through email, Jamesperduespeaks@comcast.net

Why Nobody Talks About Being a Caregiver at Work (& What It's Costing Us) with Jennifer LevinIn this deeply personal episode of The WorkWell Podcast™, Jen Fisher speaks with Jennifer Levin, television writer, journalist, and founder of Caregiver Collective, about her powerful book "Generation Care: The New Culture of Caregiving." While we're in meetings and hitting deadlines, millions of workers are simultaneously managing something most colleagues know nothing about—caring for aging or chronically ill family members. Jennifer became a caregiver at 32 when her father was diagnosed with a rare degenerative illness, and what she discovered changed everything about how we should think about work, support, and what it means to show up.Episode Highlights:What makes millennial and Gen X caregiving different—and why "you don't have other responsibilities" is a dangerous assumptionWhy most young caregivers don't identify as caregivers—and what that silence costs themThe role reversal nobody prepares you for: becoming your parent's parentWhy our culture doesn't value family care as strong social capital—and the discrimination that followsThe real cost to companies: employees leaving not because they want to, but because unpaid leave forces impossible choicesSigns a team member might be struggling with caregiving (even if they haven't said anything)Ambiguous loss: grieving the person who's still here and the life you thought you'd haveWhy guilt is the one word every caregiver mentions, no matter what aspect of care they're discussingHow to create a culture of care awareness without requiring people to sacrifice their careersThe "waiting for the other shoe to drop" reality—and why caregiving emergencies don't follow a scheduleQuotable Moments:"People will question your decisions all the time when you're a caregiver. But the person you're caring for wouldn't want you to give up on yourself either." - Jennifer LevinResources:This episode of The WorkWell Podcast™ is made possible by Lyra Health, a premier global workforce mental health solution. Learn more at Lyrahealth.com/workwell.Jennifer's Book: "Generation Care: The New Culture of Caregiving" by Jennifer LevinJoin the Caregiver Collective: A national online support group for caregivers who feel younger than expected in this role

In this episode we review three areas of your Human Design chart that have a great impact on your health. If you suffer from stress, over burden, sleep issues, burnout, poor immune system, and chronic health problems, this episode is for you!To get the most out of these three tips, download your FREE REPORT: 3 Tips for Better Health by clicking here. First, enter your birth information to get your chart, then see the download button at the bottom underneath your chart description.Follow Madeline's on Instagram @healthy_madelineLook up your Human Design Chart HereBook a reading with Madeline hereVisit Madeline's website here

Are you struggling with chronic illness and feeling like conventional medicine isn't giving you answers? In this powerful episode of Dead America Podcast, Ed Watters sits down with Dr. Brad Montagne, functional medicine expert and host of 'Your Health Reclaimed,' to uncover the hidden truths about epigenetics and chronic disease. Dr. Montagne reveals how your lifestyle choices directly impact gene expression, why gut health is the foundation of wellness, and the real causes behind conditions like Lyme disease that most doctors miss. Learn why cholesterol myths persist, how muscle testing can reveal root causes, and why the Blue Zones hold secrets to longevity. This episode exposes the limitations of conventional healthcare, the problems with GMOs and modern agriculture, and offers practical solutions for reclaiming your health through functional medicine approaches.

We are in the final stretch of this crazy year and while there is a sense of suspense and ambiguity, please believe there is much going on behind the scenes. Hope you enjoy your forecast for the week. THE CURE FOR GRIEF & CHRONIC ILLNESS - 2 PART CLASSNovember 18 + 19 6pm pst / 9pm estNEXT STEPS TOOLKIT FOR CLOSING OUT 2025 IN A GOOD WAY4 Day Immersion Nov 6-92026 ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP INTENSIVES:12 MONTH FULL NATAL ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - JAN 8 20265 MONTH TRANSITS AND PREDICTIVE ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - FEB 5 2026To apply, fill out mentorship application ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN MORE ABOUT OAK & THEIR OFFERINGS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Private readings, teachings, classes, cleanse facilitation

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONRebecca V. Nellis never meant to run a nonprofit. She just never left. Twenty years later, she's still helming Cancer and Careers after a Craigslist maternity-leave temp job turned into a lifelong mission.In this 60-minute doubleheader, we cover everything from theater nerdom and improv rules for surviving bureaucracy, to hanging up on Jon Bon Jovi, to navigating cancer while working—or working while surviving cancer. Same thing.Rebecca's path is part Second City, part Prague hostel, part Upper East Side grant writer, and somehow all of that makes perfect sense. She breaks down how theater kids become nonprofit lifers, how “sample sale feminism” helped shape a cancer rights org, and how you know when the work is finally worth staying for.Also: Cleavon Little. Tap Dance Kid. 42 countries. And one extremely awkward moment involving a room full of women's handbags and one very confused Matthew.If you've ever had to hide your diagnosis to keep a job—or wanted to burn the whole HR system down—this one's for you.RELATED LINKSCancer and CareersRebecca Nellis on LinkedIn2024 Cancer and Careers Research ReportWorking with Cancer Pledge (Publicis)CEW FoundationI'm Not Rappaport – Broadway InfoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship opportunities, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Root Canals, Dental Infections & Chronic Illness with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen Could your teeth be the hidden root cause of your health struggles? In this episode of The Coach Debbie Potts Show, I sit down with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen—biological dentist, functional health expert, and author—to uncover the surprising ways oral health impacts your immune system, hormones, brain, and even your longevity. We discuss: ✅ What really happens in a root canal and why they can fail over time ✅ How hidden dental infections and bacteria in root canals can spread endotoxins through the body ✅ The connection between mercury fillings, acetylcholine, and vagus nerve dysfunction ✅ Why nasal breathing—not mouth breathing—is essential for oxygen, nitric oxide, and sleep quality ✅ CPAP machines: why they aren't always the root cause solution for sleep apnea ✅ How gut health, PPIs, and mineral balance affect your teeth and bones ✅ Holistic options for safer dentistry—ozone therapy, implants, and myofunctional therapy ✅ Practical steps to identify if your dental health is draining your energy or fueling chronic illness If you've wondered about the link between root canals, CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), mold, and biotoxin illness, this conversation will give you new insights and hope for root-cause healing.

When Kathy Chester lost her eyesight in one eye on Mother's Day over twenty years ago, she had no idea this would be the beginning of her journey with multiple sclerosis. As a former gym owner and lifelong athlete, her first instinct was to "run it out"—pushing her body harder in hopes of defeating the disease through sheer determination. Today, that fighting spirit has evolved into something far more powerful.Kathy joins us to share her transformation from newly diagnosed patient to empowered advocate as the host of the MS Disrupted podcast and coach for people living with chronic illnesses. Her philosophy challenges conventional thinking: instead of focusing on limitations, she asks "what am I willing to lose?"—a question that sparked her movement-focused approach to managing MS and rheumatoid arthritis.The conversation delves into the complex emotional landscape of chronic illness, particularly the anxiety that often accompanies diagnosis and progression. All three speakers acknowledge the struggle to extend grace to themselves despite readily offering it to others. Kathy emphasizes the importance of connecting with people who truly understand this unique anxiety, noting that support from those with similar experiences provides validation that well-meaning but uninformed supporters cannot.From practical advice about distinguishing between normal exercise soreness and disease symptoms to red flags when evaluating potential partnerships with health companies, Kathy offers invaluable insights gained through both personal experience and professional expertise. Her expanded support group acknowledges that autoimmune conditions often appear in clusters, creating spaces where people with multiple diagnoses can find comprehensive understanding.Whether you're living with chronic illness, supporting someone who does, or simply interested in transforming how we approach health challenges, Kathy's disrupting philosophy offers a refreshing perspective. Connect with her through Instagram @msdisrupted or email msdisrupted@gmail.com to learn about her one-on-one coaching opportunities and upcoming group sessions.Send us a text Delivering Happy Mail around the world!We have sent thousands of cards to isolated illness warriors, facilitated hundreds of pen pal relationships, and reached countless family members, caregivers, and medical professionals with messages of hope and acknowledgment.Join our mission to send 100,000 cards of support to patients with long-term illnesses.About our organization | Cards2warriors Are you living with a chronic illness and want to make your voice heard? Rare Patient Voice connects patients and caregivers with research opportunities—so you can share your experiences and get paid for your time! Your insights help drive real change in healthcare.Let's Get Started - Rare Patient Voice Keep your spoons close and support system closer.Support the showSupport:https://rarepatientvoice.com/Myspooniesisters/https://www.etsy.com/shop/MySpoonieSistershttps://www.graceandable.com/?bg_ref=980:nzTyG6c9zK (Use code GAJen10) Website: https://myspooniesisters.com/ Discount Codes: GIANT Microbes | Gag Gifts, Teacher Gifts, Doctor Gifts, Gifts for Girlfriends and Boyfriends code SPOONIE20 for 20% off

We are in the final stretch of this crazy year and while there is a sense of suspense and ambiguity, please believe there is much going on behind the scenes. Hope you enjoy your forecast for the week. THE CURE FOR GRIEF & CHRONIC ILLNESS - 2 PART CLASSNovember 18 + 19 6pm pst / 9pm estNEXT STEPS TOOLKIT FOR CLOSING OUT 2025 IN A GOOD WAY4 Day Immersion Nov 6-92026 ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP INTENSIVES:12 MONTH FULL NATAL ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - JAN 8 20265 MONTH TRANSITS AND PREDICTIVE ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - FEB 5 2026To apply, fill out mentorship application ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN MORE ABOUT OAK & THEIR OFFERINGS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Private readings, teachings, classes, cleanse facilitation

SIGN UP FOR DESTINY'S NEXT LIVE WORKSHOP→ Financial Wellness for Chronic Medical ConditionsJOIN DESTINY'S MEMBERSHIP - for folks with chronic pain & illness→ ⁠Join Welcome To The Waiting Room⁠ (ongoing support for staying regulated while living with chronic illness - This does not replace therapy, but it's a great addition to your regular therapy appointments)**Episode summary:In this episode, clinical social worker and psychotherapist Kate Zera Kray joins Destiny to explore Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and its powerful application for those living with chronic illness. Kate breaks down the three types of "parts" we all have – managers (our organized protectors), firefighters (our emergency responders), and exiles (the vulnerable parts holding our pain) – and explains how chronic illness can send these internal systems into overdrive. Through personal stories about Lyme disease, diabetes management, and the challenge of de-identifying from illness, they discuss how understanding our protective parts can lead to more self-compassion during the medical journey. The conversation illuminates why over-identification with illness can be protective during acute treatment phases, and how creativity becomes essential for problem-solving when traditional approaches fail. Kate emphasizes the importance of "unblending" from our parts to access our core Self, characterized by qualities like curiosity, compassion, and creativity – offering a new framework for navigating the complex emotional landscape of chronic illness with greater understanding and grace.MEET DESTINY: Website / Instagram / BlueSky / YouTube / TikTokMEET GUEST: Website / licensed in GA and ILSIGN UP FOR DESTINY'S NEXT LIVE WORKSHOP→ Financial Wellness for Chronic Medical Conditions→ READ THE BLOG FOR THIS EPISODEASK DESTINY ANYTHING→ Submit your questions hereFOR YOU, OUR PODCAST LISTENERSJOIN DESTINY'S MEMBERSHIP - for folks with chronic pain & illness→ ⁠Join Welcome To The Waiting Room⁠ (ongoing support for staying regulated while living with chronic illness - This does not replace therapy, but it's a great addition to your regular therapy appointments)FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

Sharing observations on what it means to age well. I draw connection to life milestones through the astrological lens and my personal stories on how healing impacts your physical appearance. Hope you enjoy these words:)I also recommend episodes 12 + 13 as other episodes with very personal accounts of deep healing. THE CURE FOR GREIF & CHRONIC ILLNESS - 2 PART CLASSNovember 18 + 19 6pm pst / 9pm estNEXT STEPS TOOLKIT FOR CLOSING OUT 2025 IN A GOOD WAY4 Day Immersion Nov 6-92026 ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP INTENSIVES:12 MONTH FULL NATAL ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - JAN 8 20265 MONTH TRANSITS AND PREDICTIVE ASTROLOGY MENTORSHIP - FEB 5 2026To apply, fill out mentorship application ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN MORE ABOUT OAK & THEIR OFFERINGS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Private readings, teachings, classes, cleanse facilitation

"Your body is not fighting against you, it's fighting for you."In this episode, Kayla shares an enlightening conversation with Alexis Florentina, a trauma-trained somatic practitioner, to explore the intricate relationship between trauma, the body, and transformation. They discuss the importance of understanding pain as a messenger, the shift from a fixing mindset to being present in the body, and the role of curiosity in self-attunement. They also discuss attachment styles and their impact on nervous system regulation, emphasizing the need for compassion and reparenting in the healing process. Ultimately, they highlight that healing is not just about doing but about creating safety and space for the body to heal itself.TakeawaysThe body is a messenger, not an enemy.Curiosity about our body is essential for healing.Self-attunement helps in recognizing bodily signals.Attachment styles influence our nervous system responses.Compassion is crucial in the healing journey.Healing is a process of slowing down and listening.Capacity for change is always fluctuating.We can find glimmers of hope even in tough times.'You make sense' is a powerful affirmation for healing.Keywordstrauma, somatic healing, nervous system, attachment styles, self-attunement, emotional pain, body awareness, healing journey, transformation, mindfulnessLearn more about Alexis and her offers hereFollow her amazing content here----If you're loving these episodes, please subscribe and leave a review!Let's Connect:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kaylafite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@habitsyoulove⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kaylafite.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Kayla is not a mental health professional. Kayla and Habits You Love is not a substitute or meant to be intended to diagnose, treat, or make medical claims. All content is for informational purposes only backed by Kayla's own research.

Subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com.    Stephanie MoDavis has been battling with autoimmune issues since she was just 19 years old. Multiple medications, doctors and chemotherapy drugs all failed her. Until she discovered the profound impact of self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and spiritual connections. Today, Stephanie blends evidence-based natural wellness with deep spiritual practice, offering a path that honors both the body's wisdom and the soul's journey. Her awakening—beginning in 2006 and deepening in 2015—revealed that true healing transcends physical illness, embracing the alchemy of mental shadows and the courage to face fear and unconscious patterns. Walking between Eastern wisdom and Western practice, she champions holistic care that honors illness as a messenger of deeper truth, not brokenness. As cofounder of Awakening Healthcare, Stephanie pioneers the “subjective experiencer” model, reshaping healthcare narratives to empower the human spirit and foster renewal. This is a story for all of us. If you've experienced chronic illness, Stephanie's words will resonate deeply. And if you haven't, Stephanie will leave you with much to think about and to share.   For my Substack subscribers, the conversation continues.     What they're saying:   “This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road.” –Pragito Dove   “Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth.”   –Gary Hensel   Learn more at   Follow Bump on: ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️   

When Stacey's toddler was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, her family's world turned upside down. In this episode, she shares the early warning signs, the struggle of those first two weeks of injections, and how humor and community turned fear into resilience. Parents will gain hope, advocacy tips, and coping strategies for managing a chronic illness diagnosis.  What You'll Hear How Stacey recognized the 4 Ts of diabetes: Thirsty, Tired, Thinner, Toilet The reality of hospitalization, finger sticks, and injections with a toddler Coping strategies: medical play, humor, and routines that work The power of community and rejecting “perfect parenting” Building advocacy through Diabetes Connections and The World's Worst Diabetes Mom About Stacey Stacey Simms is an award-winning broadcaster, speaker, and author of The World's Worst Diabetes Mom. Since 2015, she has hosted Diabetes Connections, offering real stories and resources for the Type 1 community.

Episode Summary In this special Tick Boot Camp Podcast episode, Dr. Myriah Hinchey (ND) joins Matt Sabatello and Rich Johannesen from Tick Boot Camp to spotlight the 2025 LymeBytes Symposium, a physician- and patient-focused conference designed to shorten the healing journey for Lyme, mold illness, PANS/PANDAS, Long COVID, and other complex, infection-driven chronic conditions. We dig into why immersive learning accelerates progress, how an intimate format fuels direct access to top clinicians and vendors, and what attendees—both in-person and virtual—will actually experience over two packed days in Fort Lauderdale. Exclusive Listener Offer: Use code TBC100 at checkout for $100 off in-person or virtual tickets at shop.lymebytes.com. Why This Episode Matters End the isolation: Dr. Hinchey explains how community, validation, and shared learning unlock momentum for both patients and clinicians. Immersion = speed: Concentrated exposure to leading experts and technologies helps you discover the next best step faster. Bridging the gap: Learn why precision care often requires a team—LLMDs, specialty labs, compounders, targeted supplements, and therapeutic devices—working together. What You'll Learn Inside the LymeBytes philosophy: Healthy, gluten- and dairy-free meals, beach-side community dinner, structured networking, and vendor access that mirror the lifestyle principles used in treatment. Adjunctive therapies on site: Demos and education around hyperbaric oxygen therapy (OxyHealth), infrared/red light, Relax Sauna, Therasage, plus niche supplement brands (e.g., Alight by Dr. Jill Crista, NutraMedix, Lymecore Botanicals) and specialty labs for Lyme, co-infections, and mold. Precision testing & interpretation: Why test results (e.g., Western Blots, specialty panels) must be read in clinical context, and how collaboration between vendors and clinicians personalizes care. PRP/TruDose spotlight: A primer on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and how TruDose aims to reset immune function and calm the nervous system using your own platelets—plus a teaser for a future deep-dive episode. Virtual experience (no FOMO): Live access to all clinician lectures, slides, full-day recordings to rewatch/scrub, and new vendor mini-interviews so remote attendees don't miss the expo value. Who Should Attend the Symposium Patients & caregivers seeking credible, actionable strategies to shorten recovery time Clinicians (conventional, integrative, functional) looking to upgrade protocols for chronic infection and inflammation Allies & advocates ready to learn the truth about Lyme and related conditions from top voices in the field Anyone who wants direct access to vendors, labs, and tools that often stay off patients' radars Event Details (In-Person + Virtual) Dates: November 14–15, 2025 Location: Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa (Florida) Format: Limited-capacity, intimate event (≈180–200 attendees) fostering direct interaction with clinicians, researchers, and vendors Perks: Healthy meals (GF/DF), Friday night beach dinner, curated vendor hall, 14.5 CME credits available in person (additional fee) Virtual: Live stream + full-day recordings (Day 1 & Day 2), slide access, vendor mini-features Register: shop.lymebytes.com $100 Off: Use code TBC100 at checkout (in-person or virtual) Notable Quotes On immersion: “The more volume of opportunities in an immersive environment, the more your internal diagnostic system can sense what resonates—and that's often your next right step.” On community: “Patients and clinicians are often dismissed or isolated. This event builds real connections you can rely on after you go home.” On precision: “Chronic cases are outliers—they need specialized testing, targeted supplements, and coordinated care to get unstuck.” Call to Action If travel isn't possible, don't wait—join virtually to access the same lectures, slides, and full-day recordings. And if you can make it to Florida, come say hi to Rich and the Tick Boot Camp crew in person.

In this episode of "Things I Wish I'd Known," Jess Bruno shares her journey from corporate marketing to running her own business, all while managing life with a chronic illness. She and host Rachael Welford dive into how Jess transformed personal challenges into strengths, the power of authenticity in business, and practical tips for balancing ambition with well-being. The conversation is a candid, inspiring look at embracing imperfection, setting boundaries, and making business (and content creation) genuinely fun, even when life gets tough. ABOUT THE SHOW: Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released regularly. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @rachael_welford or @thingsiwishidknownpod on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website www.rachaelwelford.com. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. ABOUT JESS BRUNO:  Jess Bruno stumbled into the world of online business almost by accident. With no formal marketing education, she began her career working for various events companies, where she quickly found herself responsible for attracting attendees. Through hands-on experience, Jess learned the ropes of using social media and email to connect with audiences and drive event participation. This unexpected introduction to digital engagement eventually inspired her to launch her own business, proving that curiosity and real-world experience can be just as valuable as formal training. https://jessicabruno.co.uk

Sally Wolf is back in the studio and this time we left cancer at the door. She turned 50, brought a 1993 Newsday valedictorian article as a prop, and sat down with me for a half hour of pure Gen X therapy. We dug into VHS tracking, Red Dawn paranoia, Michael J. Fox, Bette Midler, and how growing up with no helmets and playgrounds built over concrete somehow didn't kill us.We laughed about being Jewish kids in the suburbs, the crushes we had on thirty-year-olds playing teenagers, and what it means to hit 50 with your humor intact. This episode is part nostalgia trip, part roast of our own generation, and part meditation on the privilege of being alive long enough to look back at it all. If you ever watched Different Strokes “very special episodes” or had a Family Ties lunchbox, this one's for you.RELATED LINKSSally Wolf Official WebsiteSally Wolf on LinkedInSally Wolf on InstagramCosmopolitan Essay: “What It's Like to Have the ‘Good' Cancer”Oprah Daily: “Five Things I Wish Everyone Understood About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis”Allure Breast Cancer Photo ShootTom Wilson's “Stop Asking Me the Question” SongFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Leann Stickel is a certified life coach specializing in chronic illness whose mission is to help her clients get unstuck by finding the joy in everyday life again. She likens difficult times in life to dry, crumby cake - she helps you find the "frosting" in the little things that make life sweeter. In this episode, we'll talk about stress relief, managing your life with a chronic illness, affirmations, and how her coaching is different from the rest. You can connect with Leann on her website: https://www.leannstickel.com/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamleannstickel/ And in her free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/notdefinedbychronicillness Support the show Connect with Magic: A Magical Life Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amagicallifepodcast/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholisticnaturalhealth/ Online: https://wholisticnaturalhealth.com.au A Subito Media production

This week we're getting real about life with chronic illness. We open up about our own experiences, how it shapes identity, and why having the right people around you makes all the difference. We dive into the tricky stuff; invisible symptoms, the misunderstandings that come with them - and share how self-compassion and a little humour can keep you afloat. It's an honest, heart-to-heart chat about acceptance, celebrating small wins, and finding friends who truly “get it” when you're on a healing journey.UPCOMING EVENT:Register for The Progesterone Blueprint hereFIND NAT BELOW:Website - https://nataliekdouglas.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/natalie.k.douglasBook a Free Assessment Call - https://NatalieKDouglas.as.me/?appointmentType=50255874EndoNourish - Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Guide - https://nataliekdouglas.com/endonourish-holistic-endometriosis-adenomyoisis-care-guide/ SacredSeeds - Preconception Care Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/preconception-care-guide/PCOS Wellness Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/pcos-holistic-guide/Thyroid Rescue - Self guided programhttps://nataliekdouglas.com/thyroid-rescue/Coming Off The Pill/IUD Holistic Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/coming-off-the-pill-mini-course/PMS/PMDD Natural Solutons Masterclass https://nataliekdouglas.com/pms-pmdd-natural-solutions-masterclass/Restore and Nourish Gut Reset - https://nataliekdouglas.com/restore-nourish-gut-reset/Perimenopause Masterclass -https://nataliekdouglas.com/perimenopause-masterclass-holistic-toolkit/Become a one-to-one clienthttps://nataliekdouglas.com/1-1-naturopathic-nutrition-consultations/FIND AMIE BELOW:Book a Free Discovery Call: https://p.bttr.to/3yBdmu3   Book Yourself In: https://l.bttr.to/ZDxWO Website - https://whatthenaturopathsaid.com   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thatnaturopath Join the mailing list - https://elysium-clinic-of-natural-medicine.ck.page/69663ce14a  

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Leann Stickel is a certified life coach specializing in chronic illness whose mission is to help her clients get unstuck by finding the joy in everyday life again. She likens difficult times in life to dry, crumby cake - she helps you find the "frosting" in the little things that make life sweeter. In this episode, we'll talk about stress relief, managing your life with a chronic illness, affirmations, and how her coaching is different from the rest. You can connect with Leann on her website: https://www.leannstickel.com/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamleannstickel/ And in her free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/notdefinedbychronicillness Support the show Connect with Magic: A Magical Life Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amagicallifepodcast/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholisticnaturalhealth/ Online: https://wholisticnaturalhealth.com.au A Subito Media production

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, co-hosts Doc Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, are joined by Dr. David Clark to explore the origins and treatment of chronic neuroplastic pain. They discuss how stress, early life experiences, and emotional factors can reshape brain pathways, leading to real, persistent symptoms of chronic pain. The conversation highlights the importance of compassionate listening, self-care, the mind-body connection and nervous system regulation techniques. Dr. Clark shares patient stories, practical resources, and hope for recovery, emphasizing that even long-standing chronic pain symptoms can improve through neuroplastic recovery therapy and lifestyle changes.Join the Jen Health VIP List:Come join our VIP list where you will get set exclusive discounts that are above and beyond any public discount we ever offer! Get signed up for free HERE!LMNT Electrolytes: Free Gift with Purchase!Stay hydrated and energized with LMNT electrolytes—sodium, potassium, and magnesium for brain and body. It's our favorite micro nutrition hack to get those essential minerals in! Get a free gift with every purchase and try new flavors! Get your Free Gift now!Dr Clarke's Resources:Symptomatic.Me on IGPPD Association on YoutubeSymptomatic.Me WebsiteSymptomatic.Me FacebookWe think you'll love:Free Week of Jen HealthJen's InstagramDom's InstagramYouTube ChannelWhat You'll Learn from Dr Clarke:03:24 Dr. Clark shares his journey into chronic pain specialization and the importance of recognizing brain-generated symptoms.09:27 Dr. Clark explains how honoring patients' experiences and breathwork can regulate the nervous system.11:11 Discussion on how to help patients move beyond structural diagnoses and understand pain from a neuroplastic perspective.12:15 Dr. Clark describes...For full show notes, visit: https://jen.health/podcast/431 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When life deals you a complicated hand of chronic illnesses, what do you do with it? For Erica Falco, the answer was clear – transform it into a mission of connection and hope for others walking similar paths.At just 30 years old, this former elementary school teacher navigates a complex medical reality that includes stage 4 endometriosis (found throughout her body, even in her lungs), gastroparesis requiring a feeding tube, MCAS, POTS, Sjögren's, mitochondrial disease, and small fiber neuropathy. Yet instead of letting these conditions define her limits, Erica has channeled her experiences into creating beautiful moments of connection through her CareMail program.The heartbeat of Erica's advocacy is sending cards, stickers, fidgets, and love notes to fellow "warriors" facing chronic illness, mental health challenges, or difficult circumstances. This simple act was born from her own hospital experiences, knowing how meaningful it is to receive something in the mail besides medical bills. The program has sparked touching connections, including daily email exchanges with an elderly woman who says Erica's correspondence has brought childlike joy back into her life after many difficult years.Between managing medications through her feeding tube, attending multiple medical appointments, and navigating the challenges of healthcare systems that often dismiss complex patients, Erica finds small moments of joy through coloring, reading, and spending time with her beloved dog. Her advocacy is fueled by experiences with medical gaslighting and a desire to speak for those who struggle to advocate for themselves.Looking ahead, Erica hopes to expand her reach, possibly through educational conferences and new social media platforms. "I want to minimize suffering because this world is so broken," she shares, highlighting her core motivation to ensure no one feels alone in their health struggles.Want to support Erica's mission or request CareMail? Reach out to her on Instagram @ericaafal where she welcomes messages about your favorite colors, animals, and what might brighten your day during difficult times.Send us a text Delivering Happy Mail around the world!We have sent thousands of cards to isolated illness warriors, facilitated hundreds of pen pal relationships, and reached countless family members, caregivers, and medical professionals with messages of hope and acknowledgment.Join our mission to send 100,000 cards of support to patients with long-term illnesses.About our organization | Cards2warriors Are you living with a chronic illness and want to make your voice heard? Rare Patient Voice connects patients and caregivers with research opportunities—so you can share your experiences and get paid for your time! Your insights help drive real change in healthcare.Let's Get Started - Rare Patient Voice Keep your spoons close and support system closer.Support the showSupport:https://rarepatientvoice.com/Myspooniesisters/https://www.etsy.com/shop/MySpoonieSistershttps://www.graceandable.com/?bg_ref=980:nzTyG6c9zK (Use code GAJen10) Website: https://myspooniesisters.com/ Discount Codes: GIANT Microbes | Gag Gifts, Teacher Gifts, Doctor Gifts, Gifts for Girlfriends and Boyfriends code SPOONIE20 for 20% off

This time on Code WACK! With millions of Americans poised to lose their health coverage due to government cuts to Medicaid and other health programs, what can you do to protect your health and access to care? If you find yourself uninsured, are there ways to get free or low-cost prescription meds and health care? To find out, we spoke with Rachel Madley, director of policy and advocacy at the Center for Health and Democracy. She previously served as health policy advisor to Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and worked in the Office of Legislative Affairs at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Having struggled personally with a chronic medical condition, Rachel shares her firsthand experience staying alive despite America's cruel healthcare system. This is the first episode of a two-part series. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation at heal-ca.org/donate.

The newest episode of The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast is available now!    It's called “Synthetic Food Dyes & MCS.” Researcher and psychology professor Rebecca Bevins tells Aaron Goodman how she discovered her son's extreme reactions to synthetic food dyes — petroleum-based additives linked to anxiety, aggression, and cognitive disruption. Their conversation reveals the impacts of everyday chemicals, something people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) are very familiar with. Plus, Aaron explores the momentum that could potentially follow the American Medical Association's recent acknowledgment that fragrance sensitivity can, in some cases, be disabling.Thank you for listening! Follow The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast on social media — and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can reach me at aaron@chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org#MCSAwareness #MCS #MultipleChemicalSensitivity #TILT #MultipleChemicalSensitivityPodcast #FoodDyes #SyntheticFoodDyes #RebeccaBevans #AaronGoodmanSupport the showThank you very much to the Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation for its generous support of the podcast.If you like the podcast, please consider becoming a supporter! Support the podcast. Find the podcast on Patreon. If you like, please buy me a coffee. Follow the podcast on YouTube! Read captions in any language. Please follow the podcast on social media:FacebookInstagramBlueSkyTikTokSponsorship Opportunites Are you an organization or company interested in helping to create greater awareness about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity and Chemical Intolerance and/or looking for sponsorship opportunities? Please email us at info@chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org

SIGN UP FOR DESTINY'S NEXT LIVE WORKSHOP→ Financial Wellness for Chronic Medical Conditions**JOIN DESTINY'S MEMBERSHIP - for folks with chronic pain & illness→ ⁠Join Welcome To The Waiting Room⁠ (ongoing support for staying regulated while living with chronic illness - This does not replace therapy, but it's a great addition to your regular therapy appointments)**Episode summary: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kelly Clark, a physical therapist and owner of Patient PT in Bloomington, Indiana, to challenge the popular narrative that chronic pain is a "false alarm." Kelly shares her personal journey with chronic pain and explains why pain is actually valuable biological data that deserves our attention, not dismissal. We explore the crucial difference between "good pain" and "bad pain" in therapeutic exercise, why the relational aspect of healing matters so much for chronic pain recovery, and how learning to listen to smaller pain signals can prevent your nervous system from turning up the volume. Kelly also walks us through a fascinating case study on headaches, demonstrating how understanding anatomy and building trust with your body are both essential for healing. If you've been told your chronic pain is "all in your head" or you're struggling with the "push through it" mentality, this conversation offers a refreshing and hopeful perspective on working with your pain rather than against it.→ READ THE BLOG FOR THIS EPISODEMEET DESTINY: Website / Instagram / BlueSky / YouTube / TikTokMEET GUEST: Website / Instagram→ READ THE BLOG FOR THIS EPISODEASK DESTINY ANYTHING→ Submit your questions hereFOR YOU, OUR PODCAST LISTENERSJOIN DESTINY'S MEMBERSHIP - for folks with chronic pain & illness→ ⁠Join Welcome To The Waiting Room⁠ (ongoing support for staying regulated while living with chronic illness - This does not replace therapy, but it's a great addition to your regular therapy appointments)FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

In this Ask Allison, we're talking about a common—but rarely spoken—concern: how to navigate the leap into private practice when you've had serious health issues and rely on agency benefits like paid sick time, FMLA, and health insurance.   You'll hear my take on how to separate fear from facts, what protections you can replicate outside of agency work, and why this decision doesn't have to be all or nothing.   Because yes, benefits matter—and so does your autonomy. You can build a private practice that honors both your health and your finances. Let's talk about how.   Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Looking to switch EHRs? Try TherapyNotes® for 2 months free by using promo code ABUNDANT at therapynotes.com.    Links You'll Love: Grab my FREE weekly worksheet (plus other free tools to grow your practice) here: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links  Ready to fill your practice faster? Join the Abundance Party today and get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty  

Chronic illnesses are deeply intertwined with our emotions! In this episode Dr. Motley chats with Lorrie Rivers, a best-selling co-author with Deepak Chopra and Wayne Dyer, dedicated to helping individuals take control of their own health by addressing root causes of chronic conditions. Lorrie and Dr. Motley dive headlong into the ins and outs of addressing symptoms of chronic illnesses like Long Covid, how the physical and emotional influence each other, and how trauma in our genetic past can sometimes be a piece of the puzzle.  Lorrie Rivers' 4 Root Causes of Chronic Illness: →Toxins →Infections: Parasites, Lyme, EBV and more →The state of our nervous system →Our environment Books Mentioned:  Loving What Is by Byron Katie: https://shorturl.at/ywm6N When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron https://shorturl.at/ujOrG How Emotions Are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://shorturl.at/Luo3d Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. ------  Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Follow Lorrie Rivers!  https://www.instagram.com/lorrierivers lorrieriversholistic.com ------ * If you're a health coach looking to advise parents and families, or even if you're a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley's clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. Check it out for free for 15 days: doctormotley.com/15 *If you want to work with Dr. Motley virtually, you can book a discovery call with his team here: https://drmotleyconsulting.com/schedule-1333-7607 * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off!

Ever look at everything on your business plate and think "there's no way I can do all of this"?This episode is for entrepreneurs with chronic illness who feel overwhelmed trying to grow their business while managing fluctuating capacity. CEO of Functional Medicine Nutritionist Andrea Nakayama shares how she built Functional Nutrition Alliance while managing Hashimoto's, grief, and single parenthood—without burning out.We're diving into business strategies for chronic illness entrepreneurs, including the "base camp method" for sustainable business growth, why persistence beats consistency when your capacity changes, and how to pivot your expectations when chronic illness impacts your business.What You'll Walk Away With:✅ The Base Camp Method - A practical framework for breaking down overwhelming business goals into manageable steps when your capacity fluctuates with chronic illness✅ Persistence vs. Consistency Mindset Shift - Understanding why showing up YOUR way matters more than rigid consistency, and what sustainable growth actually looks like for entrepreneurs managing chronic illness✅ The Five P's Framework - The exact formula (Passion, Permission, Purpose, Persistence, Perseverance) that kept Andrea going through grief, Hashimoto's, and single parenthood while building a thriving business✅ How to Recalibrate Your Capacity - Practical ways to pivot your expectations and tune into your nervous system so you know when you're actually doing too much versus just feeling overwhelmedResources for Entrepreneurs with Chronic Illness:The Five P's for Sustainable Business Growth: Passion, Permission, Purpose, Persistence, PerseveranceBase Camp Method: Andrea's approach to business growth with chronic illness without burnoutFunctional Nutrition Alliance: Training programs for practitioners managing chronic illness

Dr. Nikki Maphis didn't just lose a grant. She lost a lifeline. An early-career Alzheimer's researcher driven by her grandmother's diagnosis, Nikki poured years into her work—only to watch it vanish when the NIH's MOSAIC program got axed overnight. Her application wasn't rejected. It was deleted. No feedback. No score. Just gone.In this episode, Oliver Bogler pulls back the curtain on what happens when politics and science collide and promising scientists get crushed in the crossfire. Nikki shares how she's fighting to stay in the field, teaching the next generation, and rewriting her grant for a world where even the word “diversity” can get you blacklisted. The conversation is raw, human, and maddening—a reminder that the real “war on science” doesn't happen in labs. It happens in inboxes.RELATED LINKS:• Dr. Nikki Maphis LinkedIn page• Dr. Nikki Maphis' page at the University of New Mexico• Vanguard News Group coverage• Nature article• PNAS: Contribution of NIH funding to new drug approvals 2010–2016FEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, visit outofpatients.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever felt like life's unexpected turns were trying to tell you something? In this powerful episode of HIListically Speaking, filmmaker-turned-author Kimberly Warner returns to share her deeply personal journey behind her acclaimed memoir, Unfixed that's touching hearts around the world.  After being diagnosed with a vestibular disorder (non-motion triggered oscillatory vertigo), Kimberly's life literally began to spin. But through stillness, storytelling, and self-compassion, she discovered an entirely new way of seeing the world, one rooted in healing, surrender, and self-awareness. Together, we explore: The connection between trauma, the nervous system, and chronic illness How early exposure to self-help and meditation shaped Kimberly's healing path What happens when a DNA test rewrites your family story The transformative power of community through Substack And how “being unfixed” can become your greatest freedom PREORDER HER BOOK BOOK Unfixed: A Memoir of Family, Mystery, and the Currents That Carry You Home https://amzn.to/4n1R2Qb  (Amazon) ⁣As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases CONNECT WITH KIMBERLY https://www.unfixedmedia.com https://unfixed.substack.com https://www.instagram.com/unfixed_media https://www.instagram.com/kimberly__warner https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-warner-66589019a/   JOIN ME ON SUBSTACK - THE BRAIN CANDY BLUEPRINT! ⁣https://substack.com/@hilaryrusso ⁣ GET BRAIN CANDY & WAYS TO BE KIND TO YOUR MIND DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/braincandy⁣ DISCOVER HAVENING TECHNIQUES TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/training⁣ ⁣ BOOK HILARY FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT OR ATTEND!⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/events⁣ ⁣ CONNECT WITH HILARY⁣ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.instagram.com/hilisticallyspeaking⁣ https://www.youtube.com/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/podcast⁣ ⁣ MUSIC by Lipbone Redding⁣ https://www.lipbone.com⁣

In this episode, Ste sits down with MMA fighter and founder of Meraki Medicinal, Vance Elrod, for a deep dive into the truth about methylene blue, the hidden dangers of heavy metal exposure, and the mental resilience it takes to transform your health and life. Vance shares his journey from the cage to entrepreneurship, exploring the highs and lows of his fighting career, the lessons he learned from adversity, and how methylene blue became a powerful tool for recovery, cognitive enhancement, and longevity. Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, a beef organ supplements company helping hundreds of thousands of people achieve radical health. Heart & Soil was founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, a double board-certified MD and founder of the animal-based eating philosophy. Visit heartandsoil.co to reclaim your birthright to radical health with the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

In this two-part series, Dr. Alexandra will be taking you through how to take care of yourself and your relationship when your partner is struggling. Perhaps your partner is struggling with a job loss, a health diagnosis, a mental health challenge, the loss of a loved one, family drama, co-parenting with an ex, or something else entirely. Whatever it is, the theme is that there is some scenario that is taking up more of your partner's bandwidth than usual, leaving less bandwidth for you and your relationship.In this second part, Dr. Alexandra is going to take you through five internal strategies to cope with the situation at hand – strategies designed to help you tend to and take care of yourself. Then she will take you through nine relational strategies that will help you and your partner maintain or restore your relationship even as your partner struggles. You'll come away with this conversation with:A toolkit of five internal strategies to support your own emotional health while caring for your partner.Nine actionable relational strategies to enhance communication and understanding in your relationship.Insights on the significance of self-care for the non-struggling partner and how it contributes to relationship health.Food-for-thought on resentment, grieving, high-functioning co-dependency, celebrating small victories, and rebuilding after a dark period (and so much more!)Resources worth mentioning from the episode:Terri Cole's Too Muchhttps://bookshop.org/p/books/too-much-a-guide-to-breaking-the-cycle-of-high-functioning-codependency-terri-cole-msw-lcsw/077213db5957f23e?ean=9781649631862&next=t&Reimagining Love episode, High-Functioning Codependency: From Managing to Loving with Terri Cole https://dralexandrasolomon.com/podcasts/high-functioning-codependency-from-managing-to-loving-with-terri-cole/Managing Back to School Stress on MasterClass:  http://masterclass.com/backtoschoolContinue the conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon:Ask a question! Submit your relationship challenge: https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Order Dr. Alexandra's book, Love Every Day: https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530Cultivate connection by subscribing to Dr. Alexandra's newsletter: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Learn more on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carla Tardiff has spent 17 years as the CEO of Family Reach, a nonprofit that shouldn't have to exist but absolutely does—because in America, cancer comes with a price tag your insurance doesn't cover.We talk about shame, fear, burnout, Wegmans, Syracuse, celebrity telethons, and the godforsaken reality of choosing between food and treatment. Carla's a lifer in this fight, holding the line between humanity and bureaucracy, between data and decency. She's also sharp as hell, deeply funny, and more purpose-driven than half of Congress on a good day.This episode is about the work no one wants to do, the stuff no one wants to say, and why staying angry might be the only way to stay sane.Come for the laughs. Stay for the rage. And find out why Family Reach is the only adult in the room.RELATED LINKSFamily ReachFinancial Resource CenterCarla on LinkedInMorgridge Foundation ProfileAuthority Magazine InterviewSyracuse University FeatureFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ok guys... this may be one of my favorite's. I sat down for a conversation with my client Gabby! She walks us through the most insane transformation she has made since we met two years ago. - healing Lyme disease, Co-Infections, MCAS after 10 years of being sick- going off antidepressants & quitting therapy after 20 years- me predicting her pregnancy & her crazy journey - nervous system & emotional regulation - healing pregnancy symptoms - so so much more You can find Gabby on IG here!---------------------------Follow me on InstagramApply for a private session 

Did you know that 50% of the US water supply is contaminated with "forever chemicals" that you can't detox from your body? These invisible toxins, along with hidden mold in your home, could be the real reason for your chronic fatigue, brain fog, and mystery illnesses. In episode 821 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Dr. Kelly McCann to expose the shocking truths about how environmental toxins are silently harming your health. Dr. McCann reveals the surprising connection between past trauma, chronic infections like Lyme disease, and conditions such as Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Discover why your house might be making you sick and learn practical, actionable steps to clean up your environment, build resilience, and reclaim your health and vitality.Are you ready to build a resilient body that can withstand these environmental threats? Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the foundations of creating a strong and optimized physique. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - Are You Being Poisoned By Your Home? 0:50 - Why a Doctor Specialized in "Mystery Illnesses" 2:47 - A Doctor's Personal Battle with Toxic Mold 3:55 - When It's More Than Mold: Uncovering Lyme & Mast Cell Syndrome 5:19 - What Is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)? 6:07 - How Your Immune System Can Turn Against You 7:34 - Why Your Body's "Alarm System" Won't Turn Off 8:20 - The Shocking Link Between Trauma and Chronic Illness 10:06 - How Emotional Trauma Physically Changes Your Cells 13:17 - Is Your Body Sending You Secret Messages? 15:30 - How Holding Back The Truth Can Manifest as Cancer 19:10 - What Your Doctor Won't Tell You About Chronic Inflammation 19:55 - A 2-Step Approach to Healing Chronic Illness 20:38 - How to Calm an Overactive Immune System (MCAS Treatment) 22:02 - How To Activate Your Vagus Nerve for Instant Calm 23:59 - Can You Retrain Your Brain to Heal Your Body? 25:45 - Why Your Primary Doctor Can't Solve Your "Mystery" Symptoms 28:49 - Is Chronic Illness on the Rise? A Doctor Explains Why 31:27 - The "Forever Chemicals" You Can't Detox From Your Body 33:07 - Is Your House Making You Sick? (Modern Building Issues) 36:41 - Is The Mold In Your Bathroom Dangerous? 38:52 - How to Test Your Home for Toxic Mold 42:05 - The Biggest Mistake People Make When Cleaning Mold 43:25 - Does Your Coffee Contain Hidden Mold Toxins? 44:10 - How Serious is a Tick Bite? The Truth About Lyme Disease 46:43 - The Long-Term Dangers of Environmental Toxin Exposure 49:20 - Are Your Clothes Making You Sick? (The Dangers of Polyester) 52:22 - The Link Between Plastics and Low Testosterone 55:11 - How to Start Detoxing Your Life (Without Feeling Overwhelmed) 56:14 - How Technology & Blue Light Are Destroying Your Sleep 59:21 - A Doctor's #1 Tip for Reducing Toxin Exposure 1:01:04 - How to Build Spiritual Resilience Against Physical Illness 1:02:47 - A Simple Practice to Reconnect With Your Authentic Self 1:05:39 - Where to Find Dr. Kelly McCann

In this two-part series, Dr. Alexandra will be taking you through how to take care of yourself and your relationship when your partner is struggling. Perhaps your partner is struggling with a job loss, a health diagnosis, a mental health challenge, the loss of a loved one, family drama, co-parenting with an ex, or something else entirely. Whatever it is, the theme is that there is some scenario that is taking up more of your partner's bandwidth than usual, leaving less bandwidth for you and your relationship.In this first part, Dr. Alexandra is going to be contextualizing this scenario and providing lots of validation for the struggle that comes with having a struggling partner. She is also going to discuss factors that shape how your partner's struggle impacts you. Hard things are just hard, but the ways you're getting activated in the wake of your partner's struggle also have a lot to do with your specific wounds, as well as the role you played in your family of origin. The insights shared in this episode lay the groundwork for a two-part series designed to equip you with effective coping strategies to maintain your well-being while fostering intimacy and connection, even in challenging times.You'll come away with this conversation with:A deeper understanding of what Dr. Alexandra calls the Recursive Relational Framework (RRF) and its impact on your relationship and the problem affecting the relationship.Research examples that demonstrate that your partner's struggles affect you and that how you respond can influence their outcome.Strategies for recognizing and managing your emotional triggers in response to a partner's distress.Practical tips for fostering personal growth while supporting a partner through their challenges. Resources worth mentioning from the episode:Get the FREE Family of Origin Roles Workbook: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rolesworkbook/Family of Origin Series Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/58WZg044gbmGsL6iPNxXJy?si=bajzkF-kRxG3WL76yJL-qwTake the Family of Origin Role Quiz: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rolesquiz/Managing Back to School Stress on MasterClass:  http://masterclass.com/backtoschoolContinue the conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon:Ask a question! Submit your relationship challenge: https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Order Dr. Alexandra's book, Love Every Day: https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530Cultivate connection by subscribing to Dr. Alexandra's newsletter: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Learn more on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For over a century, vaccination has been repeatedly linked to severe neurological injuries including brain damage — with many modern studies showing a 3 to 7 fold increase in common chronic illnesses To dodge this massive liability, all research into vaccine injuries (and many other catastrophes like Agent Orange) was suppressed so that health authorities could claim there was “no evidence” of vaccine harm Another scheme was to redefine the brain injury as “autism” rather than encephalitis (which the U.S. government was legally required to provide injury compensation for) Previously, children with significant vaccine brain damage were referred to as “mentally retarded.” However, after a multi-decade campaign cancelled “retarded” they were instead diagnosed as autistic — a vague term which blurs severe and minor disability together, thereby effectively concealing the severe cases from the public's awareness This article will reveal the manipulative techniques and wordplay that have been used to conceal vaccine injuries from the public's awareness, as now is the time when we can at last end this atrocity