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"The typical POTS at-home treatments: compression socks, salt, electrolytes, small meals, and working out was not helping me." Read Ash's story of how they battle dysautonomia every day and chooses to be positive and grateful. 
Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the age of 10, singer and songwriter Ava shares her story, treatment, and medication. ALL occurs when a bone marrow cell develops errors in its DNA and is the most common childhood cancer. 
"I started the treatment with peripheral IVs but with EDS, my veins couldn’t hold up to the constant poking" Read Madelieline's journey through EDS symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Missy talks about her Lymphoma diagnosis, and treatment that followed. From chemotherapy to a bone marrow transplant, she expresses her courageous journey.
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What is herd immunity? How does it work? This post answers some of the recently growing questions and curiosity about the trending topic of Herd Immunity.
"My legs got so heavy that after 3 steps, it felt like I was walking into a wall and I couldn’t go any further." Alicia Kubes shares her experiences with Pulmonary Hypertension and life with chronic illness. 
Laura first encountered symptoms from Lyme disease when she was 10 years old. Now 30, she shares her journey.

Learn essential PICC line care tips, including dressing changes, flushing, and managing daily activities. Find out how to keep your PICC line safe and avoid complications.

Elissa, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shares her tips on dating with breast cancer: timing is everything, how to do it, choose how much you disclose, do it before clothes come off, find your comfort level when being intimate, establish clear expectations. 

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I used to be quite active prior to falling ill. Things changed after Lyme. After many misdiagnosis, I learned that I had to be my own advocate with my medical care, dealing with health insurance and keeping a positive outlook.
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With my diagnosis came immediate relief, but that relief was all too temporary. Lyme disease felt like the answer I had been waiting for, but with the lack of research and understanding I soon realized that a Lyme diagnosis didn’t win me any battles, it only redirected me towards new ones
Introducing our latest innovation: the PICC line shower cover! Say goodbye to makeshift solutions like saran wrap or trash bags.
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Discover the empowering stories of breast cancer survivors who have found strength and community through their journeys.
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Discover thoughtful gifts for preemie mothers and babies in the NICU, from NICU clothes like preemie bodysuits to comfort items like cozy socks and blankets.
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Discover Hillary Black's inspiring journey through her battle with stage 3A breast cancer. From initial disbelief to determination, she shares her story of resilience, love, and hope.
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Discover the launch of the Care+Wear x Oscar de la Renta Chest Port Access Hoodie, designed to support patients undergoing cancer treatment.
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Valerie Brock shares her harrowing journey with Late Stage Lyme Disease, shedding light on the debilitating symptoms, daily struggles, and isolation that come with the condition.
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Discover Ashok's inspiring journey of resilience and happiness in the face of lung cancer. From embracing life's joys to finding comfort in small gestures like a Yankees PICC Line Cover, Ashok reminds us of the power of positivity.
Chicago Bulls partner with Care+Wear to donate custom PICC Line Covers featuring the Bulls logo to patients at Advocate Health Care and Lurie Children’s Hospital. Learn more about this innovative collaboration supporting patients' healing experiences.
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