If you have a low back problem and you've been told you have spondylolisthesis, you should learn all you can about it, and the simple measures you can take to protect your low back health. I have had a back problem since I was 12 when I fell during track practice in jr high school,... Continue Reading →
So Sick of Pain
Back in August 2020 I was taken by ambulance to the ER m, because I had such a sudden, out of the blue pain in my back,side, and right chest area it caused me to start to hyperventilate and I was so afraid. How I I be sitting laughing at a movie and then bam... Continue Reading →
Happy New Year
Being an advocate for bone and joint pain and personally living with osteoarthritis osteonecrosis and spondylolisthesis pain . I saw our community struggle in new and ways besides living and dealing with daily pain. People suddenly couldn’t access routine care because of lockdowns, fear and added anxiety. They became more isolated than ever before. They... Continue Reading →
Today is Avascular Necrosis Osteonecrosis Awareness Day
Today is a special day for me , it’s the second annual Avascular Necrosis Osteonecrosis Awareness Day. The am still working hard to get every state to work with the others so we all have one date to raise awareness and bring recognition to the painful disease called Osteonecrosis which goes by several others names.... Continue Reading →
Domestic Violence Awareness – Power and Control Break Free From Abuse
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month today we learn about Power and Control Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used to gain or maintain power and control. At The Hotline, our frame of reference for describing abuse is the Power and Control Wheel developed by the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project in Duluth, MN. In the... Continue Reading →
Tis The Season To Feel Yucky
What is the difference between Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19? Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. COVID-19 is caused by infection with a new coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2) and flu is caused by infection with influenza viruses. There are some key differences between Flu and COVID-19. COVID-19 seems... Continue Reading →
Domestic Violence and Covid19
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in domestic partners and families spending more time together at home. Not surprisingly, being in such close proximity for extended periods of time has resulted in higher stress levels. That raises a concern: Are people in the same households more likely to intimidate or physically hurt one another? If domestic... Continue Reading →
October Is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
I am a survivor and advocate of Domestic Violence. I am so glad I lived and finally ended the cycle of violence. After I finally left my first husband for good, I went to counseling and attended a women’s dv support group to what I call deprogram my brain from all the negativity and abuse... Continue Reading →
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