Every year, hundreds of thousands of people in the United States survive a heart attack and get back to full, productive lives. But the weeks and months after a heart attack are a critical time. Many people focus on “getting back to normal.” In doing so, they sometimes ignore symptoms that could mean complications or… Continue reading SoundsLikeMe: Warning Signs After a Heart Attack That Are Easy to Dismiss During Recovery
Does Meal Timing Matter with CKD and Your Protein Intake
If you’re living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), you’ve probably heard a lot about how much protein to eat. But what about when you eat it? The truth is, meal timing can play a helpful role in how your body uses protein. And when you’re managing CKD, small shifts like eating enough protein throughout the… Continue reading Does Meal Timing Matter with CKD and Your Protein Intake
The 10-Minute Daily Routine That Helps Three Conditions at Once
Time and time again researchers have found that going for a walk has tremendous health benefits. Not only does it decrease the risk and severity of conditions like cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, and dementia, but it also improves mental well-being and leads to better sleep! If you have type II diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular… Continue reading The 10-Minute Daily Routine That Helps Three Conditions at Once
The Basic Medical Terminology Caregivers Need to Know
In 2025, the AARP found that one in every four adults in the United States was a caregiver. That’s over 63 million people! Caregivers are a key part of caring for people with chronic or serious health conditions. They help manage medications, appointments, adjustments to daily life, and keep information and schedules organized. But many… Continue reading The Basic Medical Terminology Caregivers Need to Know
Cognitive Exercises that Actually Help MS Brain Fog
Brain fog, or cognitive dysfunction as it is known in the medical community, is a common symptom of MS. Numbers vary, but about half of people with MS will experience brain fog at some point. It can be incredibly frustrating! Issues with memory and attention, having trouble recalling details, feeling like the word you need… Continue reading Cognitive Exercises that Actually Help MS Brain Fog
The Questions You’re Allowed to Ask Clinical Trial Coordinators
For many people, a clinical trial is a pretty daunting undertaking. There were over 570,000 clinical trials being conducted around the world in 2024, according to this report. About 164,000 of these were in the United States, and the trend since the year 2000 has been more and more are being added each year. A… Continue reading The Questions You’re Allowed to Ask Clinical Trial Coordinators
The Fertility Testing You Can Do Before You’re Ready to Try
You don’t have to be actively trying to conceive to start learning about your fertility. In fact, some of the most useful insights come before you’re ready when there’s less pressure, more time to observe patterns, and space to make informed decisions. Whether you’re thinking about trying in the next year, several years from now,… Continue reading The Fertility Testing You Can Do Before You’re Ready to Try
Helping You Get the Neurological Care You Need from Home with Synapticure
At PatientsLikeMe, we know that living with a neurological condition can be overwhelming, not just for the person experiencing it, but for families and caregivers too. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Synapticure, a virtual neurology clinic that’s transforming the way people get care. Why Synapticure Exists Synapticure was started by Sandra Abrevaya and… Continue reading Helping You Get the Neurological Care You Need from Home with Synapticure
How Strict Do You Really Need to Be With Your Diet After a Heart Attack?
Having a heart attack is a life-changing experience. In the days and weeks that follow, you have to contend with an onslaught of information and changes! There is a lot of advice to take in about what you should and should not do. Diet is one of the things that you will certainly need to… Continue reading How Strict Do You Really Need to Be With Your Diet After a Heart Attack?
Getting Pregnant With Friedreich’s Ataxia: What Research Suggests
Family planning while living with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) stirs up a mix of hope, excitement, fear, and a thousand practical questions. While there are many questions around symptom severity and genetics of your children, the first pressing question is .. is getting pregnancy (realistically) possible? The research is limited but meaningful and points to something… Continue reading Getting Pregnant With Friedreich’s Ataxia: What Research Suggests