McKinley Penninga
From Patient to Future Practitioner: How a Scholarship is Fueling My Dream to Help Others
Receiving the Take a Pain Check STEM Without Limits Scholarship has reminded me of just how far I’ve come, not just as a student or...
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Are you tired of feeling like your voice isn't heard in the rheumatic disease community? Do you want to connect with others who understand what you're going through and offer guidance on navigating life with a rheumatic condition? Our platform is the perfect place for you to share your experiences and insights. Whether you want to discuss your relationship with arthritis or delve into niche topics that are often overlooked, we welcome your contributions. So don't hesitate - submit a blog today and join our supportive community. Need some inspiration? Check out our blog page for a wealth of stories, perspectives, and resources.
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Pamela Jarvis
Acute Trauma Injuries with JIA
This morning, I realized something I've never contemplated before—probably because I've never had a reason to. I'm not an athlete, so the...
Cassidy Bradley
Sharing the Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia vs of Arthritis
Unlike most people with both fibromyalgia and arthritis, my fibromyalgia was diagnosed several years before my arthritis. I was diagnosed...
Jenna Kedy
The Big Transition from Pediatric to Adult Rheumatology Care and the Lessons I Learned
When I was 11, I got a diagnosis that changed my life: juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). But let’s be real, my body had been throwing...
Kerman Sekhon
Psoriatic Arthritis: Awareness and Approach
‘What do you mean? Kids don’t get arthritis–’ I remember a mother saying, as she recounted another parents’ comments during a school...
Yaneisy-Nynoska Tremblay
My Second Wind
For a long time, I carried my suffering as a personal burden, convinced it only affected me. But as I grew older and took a step back, I...
Sahara Mehdi
Having Rheumatoid Arthritis in Law School
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve wanted to be a lawyer. When I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at 18 years old, I wondered if...
Maddison Tory
Lupus Does Not Take a Vacation
There is never a time I feel more frustrated or trapped by my chronic illness, than during the holidays. Lupus does not take a vacation....
Shanesha Scott
Understanding Myositis and its Impact on Mental Health
Living with myositis (specifically polymyositis in my case), an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation and weakness of the...
Emily Wahl
My Journey with JIA: From Childhood Diagnosis to Adult Acceptance
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness at such a young age makes you grow up very quickly. The innocence that typically comes with...
Jenna Kedy
Finding My Voice: How Self-Advocacy Transformed My Journey with Childhood Arthritis
Advocating for yourself in healthcare can be a powerful way to ensure your needs are met and your voice is heard. For me, this journey...
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Who can be a guest?Anyone can be a guest! Whether you live with a rheumatic disease, are a friend, parent, or healthcare professional we would love to hear what you have to say about your experiences.
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What is the process like?To be a guest, you will need to fill out our guest application form. Once you have done this, we will contact you to set up a date that works for the host and you! A unique discussion template will be curated based on the information you provide and will be used on the filming date to guide the discussion.
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Where can I apply?You can apply to be a guest using this google form!
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When will the podcast be posted?Our podcasts are posted bi-weekly and specific dates will be given on a case-to-case basis.
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