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Traveling with a chronic illness can be hard, especially when faced with unexpected challenges and a new diagnosis. As someone living with lupus and multifocal avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis), Sam shares the complexities and hurdles that come with planning and embarking on a summer trip.
Caitlin's journey with chronic illness began 11 years ago at the age of 14, and she has since become well-versed in managing the complexities that come with it.  In this blog post, she shares her personal story and offers practical tips for fellow chronic illness warriors to help them navigate their own journeys.
Madelyn (@chronicallymadelyn) is a disability and chronic illness advocate. Her goal is to inform and educate about disabilities and chronic illnesses while also helping others feel less alone in their journey! 
Marissa shares her journey with EDS, and how she overcame obstacles like chronic pain during summer activities.
Amanda Kelly shares her journey battling Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and the challenges she faced with a PICC Line. From the initial shock of diagnosis to enduring intensive chemotherapy, Amanda recounts her experiences with resilience and determination.
Every parent’s biggest fear is to hear their child has been diagnosed with cancer. From one caregiver to another, learn how to cope with the news and provide the best possible care to your child.
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Discover helpful tools and tips to manage nutrition during chemotherapy and reduce nausea, provided by Margot Malin, Founder & CEO of Lots To Live For, Inc.
Discover 10 insightful lessons learned from living with chronic pain, as shared by Gillian, a passionate advocate for those with chronic illnesses.
Join Doug Balder on his journey with Multiple Myeloma Stage 3 as he shares his appreciation for his medical team.
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Discover Caroline's journey with Lyme Disease and her valuable insights and tips for managing life with a PICC line.
Join Claire Lapat, a chronic illness advocate living with multiple conditions, on her journey of resilience and self-discovery. From losing beloved sports to navigating college life and facing the challenges of chronic illnesses, Claire shares her story with courage and vulnerability.
Discover Michael Seres' inspiring journey with Crohn's Disease, from diagnosis to becoming the 11th person to undergo a rare small bowel transplant. Learn how he manages his condition, the importance of staying hydrated, and the role of Care+Wear PICC Line Covers in his daily life.
Discover Erin's story as a dedicated caregiver to her daughter Morgan, who navigates life with developmental disabilities and a gastrointestinal disease.
Learn about PICC lines from Dr. Gaur, an experienced radiologist, including their purpose, placement procedure, and living with one at home.
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Discover Alice’s journey living with a PICC line. Learn her tips for managing PICC line care, staying active, and handling daily challenges with a central catheter.

Explore strategies for enhancing patient satisfaction in hospitals, including insights on HCAHPS surveys and initiatives. Discover Care+Wear's role in improving the patient experience
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Explore the inspiring journey of Dr. Alin Gragossian, from a sudden heart failure diagnosis to becoming a heart transplant patient. As a physician, she shares her unique perspective, emphasizing resilience, emotional strength, and the transformative power of turning adversity into advocacy.
After being diagnosed with chronic illness, explore how Michelle's past perceptions of wellness have changed, the pivotal moments that changed it all, and her current holistic approach to well-being.
Donna shares her personal story of being diagnosed with cervical cancer and becoming a survivor. From her own experience, she shares 7 helpful tips that have helped her during her cancer treatments.
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Join Keelie as she conquers challenges posed by sickle cell disease and uncovers her inner strength during uncertain moments.

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