Since my husband, Aubrey, was diagnosed with hereditary ATTR amyloidosis in 2013, my journey as his caregiver has taken me to some…
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In his book “1984,” George Orwell wrote, “Of pain you could wish only one thing: that it should stop. Nothing in…
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Neurologist Donn Dexter wrote an article last year for the Mayo Clinic titled “5 tips to keep your brain healthy.” I thought it…
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A few days ago, I had the honor of presenting at this year’s Patients as Partners Europe virtual conference, an industry forum centered on…
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Earlier today, I had the privilege of listening to a fellow carer share the mental, emotional, and physical trials she experienced while supporting…
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