How to Talk to a Chatbot About Your Health

PatientsLikeMe now has a new A.I. Personal Health Navigator specifically trained to help people manage their health more effectively! Called Ella, this new interface is a great source of information for people to turn to when they have questions about treatments, symptoms, or roadblocks in their care. You may have noticed chatbots popping up across… Continue reading How to Talk to a Chatbot About Your Health

Friedreich’s Ataxia vs. Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease

Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT) are conditions that can affect walking, balance and the nerves in your arms and legs. They are both genetic and can present in childhood, teen years, or adulthood. So how do healthcare professionals tell the difference? Well, the difference depends where the problem is in the nervous system.… Continue reading Friedreich’s Ataxia vs. Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease

Fertility Grants in 2026 and How to Apply 

Struggling to build your family can leave you feeling isolated. A fertility journey is overwhelming and exhausting emotionally, physically, and financially. We understand the cost of infertility treatments like IVF, IUI, egg donation, and surrogacy can be a significant barrier for many hopeful parents. PatientsLikeMe has compiled a list of fertility treatment grants available to… Continue reading Fertility Grants in 2026 and How to Apply 

Friedreich’s Ataxia Resources and Support Groups 

It’s been 28 years since the frataxin (FXN) gene, which is linked to Friedreich’s Ataxia, was discovered and still Friedreich’s Ataxia often comes with more questions than answers. Parents, patients, and caregivers can feel isolated while learning about a condition in real time when many clinicians rarely see it. Beyond chasing a diagnosis, daily life… Continue reading Friedreich’s Ataxia Resources and Support Groups 

6 Self-Care Tips For The Hectic Holiday Season

The holidays are stressful enough for people living without illness. When you have a health condition, or care for someone who does, the hustle and bustle of this time of year – plus the sky-high expectations for a magical time – can be physically and emotionally draining. We’ve rounded up self-care tips to help you… Continue reading 6 Self-Care Tips For The Hectic Holiday Season

Calming Racing Thoughts While Trying to Conceive

When you’re trying to conceive, it’s incredibly common for your mind to feel like it’s running a mile a minute. Racing thoughts, constant “what ifs,” and late-night Googling can quickly spiral into rumination. You might find yourself replaying past cycles, analyzing every symptom, or worrying about things that are completely out of your control. Those… Continue reading Calming Racing Thoughts While Trying to Conceive

Signs You’re an Emotional Eater and What You Can Do About It

Trying to lose weight is hard. If you have tried to shed pounds, you know that it takes a consistent approach to your diet, exercise routines, and mindset not only see change but maintain it. But it gets tougher when your emotions start driving how you eat! A key part of managing weight and diet… Continue reading Signs You’re an Emotional Eater and What You Can Do About It

Hobbies for People with Stage 4 and Stage 5 CKD

Chronic conditions touch every part of your life. The energy you have throughout the day, how often you have to leave (or go) home, and how you spend your free time. For people with advanced chronic kidney disease, it can feel like the things you enjoy doing are no longer possible! Hobbies can fall by… Continue reading Hobbies for People with Stage 4 and Stage 5 CKD

Letting Go of Expectations & Creating Meaningful Holiday Traditions

Happy African American mother and daughter laughing and having fun while spending Christmas together at home.

The holidays can bring a lot of pressure, with endless to-do lists, packed calendars, and that feeling that everything has to be picture-perfect. This blog is all about easing up on perfectionism, setting healthy boundaries, simplifying your schedule, and paying attention to what really matters. You’ll also get ideas for meaningful, low-stress traditions that fit… Continue reading Letting Go of Expectations & Creating Meaningful Holiday Traditions