It’s the winter season for a lot of us around the world, and while merry holidays are on the horizon, you might not be so merry yourself. The winter blues are a real problem, and you should not think about
There’s not a lot of Ho Ho Ho while being diagnosed or treated for liver disease. Celebrating the holiday and health problems flaring doesn’t bring in tidings of great joy either. Don’t cry or pout though, I can offer you
Bring Back That Loving Feeling I see it all the time. So many people are locked inside their own head, and heart, – alone – instead of sharing their lives. “Love hurts,” they say. “I can’t go through it again.”
When You Don’t Look Sick with Hepatitis C: how to Some people actually have the words “I told you I was sick” engraved on their tombstone. That SO would be like me. From the age of 30 on I
Depression during Christmas with Hepatitis C or Liver Disease Christmas is all around us. The nativity, singing of hymns, buying myself a present – all of those traditions bring me comfort and joy. I am celebrating it more than ever
Pre and Post Liver Transplant I peer into the darkness several times every night. Sleep is hard to come by, so I toss and turn. My first thought is that I’m so very glad to be alive. All the years
Depression with Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis I have had a big case of the blues lately. It is a heaviness hanging over me that follows me around all day. Cirrhosis of the liver is no walk in the park. If
Ten Things I Hate about Hepatitis C Karen is in a funk. I am madder than an old wet hen. I have started several blogs in just the last week. Possible titles are: How Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis Ruined
Emotions and Crying with Hepatitis C I have been doing some crying. I’m okay, but life is hard sometimes. I wonder how many of you have dealt with your emotions and crying with Hepatitis C. I have had some work
Comic Relief from Hepatitis C Treatment We’ve all heard the old adage that laughter is the best medicine. Joy is certainly one of the greatest things that we give to ourselves. You set a timer to take your daily triple
May is National Hepatitis C Awareness Month May has been declared National Hepatitis C Awareness Month by the Center for Disease Control. I think it is ironic that they chose the month of May because it is also Mental Health
Today is Your Day to Beat Hepatitis C It has only been a few years ago that Hepatitis C Treatment had a low success rates. Today there are so many options for treating, and more are being tested daily.
Brain Fog with Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis In case you have not noticed, brain fog with Hepatitis C and cirrhosis come together like peas and carrots, shoes and socks, spring and flowers. I am having a brain fog moment now.
Anxiety and Hepatitis C – As you fight the physical effects of Hepatitis C, the will to survive may make you somewhat like a vigilante protecting your very life. You are constantly on the alert making sure that your body
What are the Best Websites for Hepatitis C? After the Hepatitis C diagnosis, getting support is crucial. You are never alone. I spent the first year surfing the net. As your best friend for Hepatitis C support, I want to
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” – Leo F.
New Year – New You – You are Brand New – Getting a Fresh Start 2013. Do you need a new start? Heck yes! Remember asking for do-overs? Life gives us a chance to begin again. YOU are Brand New.
Continued… Since I was diagnosed with hepatitis c, I learned a lot while sitting in waiting rooms at the doctor’s office, hospitals, and labs. Here’s the rest of lessons learned in the Hepatitis C waiting room… Remaining neglected is not
(AASLD) The American Association for the Study of Liver Disease creates info and education to support patients. Doctors and medical staff are invested in helping you liver longer stronger with liver disease.
(Global Liver) Donna Cryer is a dear friend who had a liver transplant while finishing her law degree. Her reach goes out to patients, families, medical providers, pharma and on and she’s global.
(Trio-National) Transplant Recipients is your one stop shop for information for ANY type of transplant candidates, recipients, their families and the families of organ and tissue donors. Lorrinda Gray Davis is the President.
(Trio – Oklahoma) This is Oklahoma’s chapter founded by Lorrinda Gray Davis. I’m the founding VP to our current president Benjamin Babb. For anyone needing support for solid organ, tissue, or eye transplant, we’ve got your back. We’ll truly be your best friend.
(Fatty Liver Foundation) was founded by Wayne Eskeridge to improve the diagnosis, treatment & support of Americans with fatty liver, NAFLD or NASH through awareness, education, screening and patient advocacy.
(Sober Liver Survival) founded by Jenn Leigh Jones is everything you need for sobriety, recovery, PTSD, breaking cycles of addiction and victims of personal violence. She’s just getting SLS off the ground and would love to connect with other people battling alcoholism.
(Say Yes to Hope) Suzanne Lindley is a hope dealer to cancer patients. If you need a fri
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