Fibromyalgia: Debunking Myths Around This Invisible Pain Condition
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and an array of other symptoms that can significantly disrupt…
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS): Why It’s Often Misunderstood
Introduction Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), is a long-term condition marked by profound exhaustion. This form of…
Hidden Disabilities: Navigating the World with an Invisible Illness
Introduction People often assume that disabilities must be obvious: the use of mobility aids, visible signs of impairment, or clear external…
Living with ADHD as an Adult Woman: Why Many Women Go Undiagnosed
Introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has long been depicted in a narrow way, most notably in boys who exhibit hyperactive behavior in…
Autism in Adults: The Struggles of Getting Diagnosed Later in Life
Introduction Adults living with autism have existed in all societies, often without being fully recognized or accommodated. Historically, autism was seen…
Intersex Awareness: Health Challenges Intersex People Face
Introduction Intersex refers to a variety of natural variations in physical traits that do not fit typical binary ideas of male…
Gender-Affirming Care: What It Is and Why It’s Lifesaving for Trans Youth
Introduction Gender-affirming care offers a supportive and structured approach to meeting the health needs of transgender youth. These services provide a…
Transgender Healthcare 101: Understanding the Needs of Trans Patients
Introduction Transgender individuals face barriers in health services that can affect their physical, mental, and social well-being. These obstacles range from…
Native American Health Disparities: Why Indigenous Communities Face Unique Challenges
Introduction Native Americans, also referred to as Indigenous peoples, embody a wide range of tribal groups with diverse languages, customs, and…
Health Care in Rural America: The Impact of Hospital Closures on Communities
Introduction Rural America plays a key role in the national identity, with farmland, small towns, and close-knit communities spread across vast…