Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) is emotionally challenging. As a chronic condition, many people find themselves struggling with both the physical and mental side effects. But for those with non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS), the emotional toll can feel even heavier. Unlike relapsing forms of… Continue reading The Emotional Struggle of Living with nrSPMS
Tips to Dating with nrSPMS
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Dating is both exciting and nerve-wracking! You may meet someone you feel a connection with and are interested in getting to know more. This means sharing more about yourself. When you have a chronic condition like non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS), it can come with… Continue reading Tips to Dating with nrSPMS
Laura’s Cinch Chili Recipe
Laura Burak MS, RDN, a registered dietician, walks us through how she makes her Cinch Chili for Heart Health Month. Chili is one of the simplest and most heart-healthy one-pot meals you can make for the whole family on a CHILLY day. She uses lean ground turkey in this video but you can also use ground chicken… Continue reading Laura’s Cinch Chili Recipe
Is Driving While Living with nrSPMS Possible?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Getting a car is an important milestone! It represents freedom for many people; the ability to drive where you want, when you want. But for people with multiple sclerosis, driving can get more and more challenging over time. MS affects the nervous system, leading to physical,… Continue reading Is Driving While Living with nrSPMS Possible?
The Working Moms Guide to Building a Milk Stash
Navigating the world of breastfeeding while working can be a daunting task for many mothers. Finding ways to build a milk supply as a working mom can not only ease your mind but also ensure that your baby has access to the nutrition they need. Use this guide to explore effective pumping strategies, tips for… Continue reading The Working Moms Guide to Building a Milk Stash
Should You Take a Break Between IVF Cycles?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) can be an emotional and physically taxing journey for many individuals and couples trying to conceive. After experiencing a failed IVF cycle, the question often arises: should you take a break before attempting another cycle? There are a ton of factors at play when you are attempting a second or even… Continue reading Should You Take a Break Between IVF Cycles?
7 Signs of Menopause & How to Manage Them
Menopause os confirmed after 12 months with a menstrual period, but many don’t realize the transition starts long before. This phases, called perimenopause, can bring about a wide variety of symptoms that many associate with menopause itself. What Are the Signs of Menopause? The signs of menopause can begin years before periods completely stop.… Continue reading 7 Signs of Menopause & How to Manage Them
Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There are some conditions that are found more often in certain racial and ethnic groups. Sickle cell disease is more common in people of African, African-American, or Mediterranean descent. Tay-Sachs disease is more common in people of Ashkenazi Jewish or French-Canadian descent. In the United States,… Continue reading Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Being diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) can be overwhelming! You probably have a lot of questions about what comes next, how the disease affects your body, and what treatment looks like. The good news is that with the right steps, many people can slow down… Continue reading Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Groups like the World Health Organization and independent researchers alike have looked at the global incidence rate of a number of diseases over the past few decades. Cardiovascular diseases, cancers, neonatal disorders and musculoskeletal disorders are the most common. They affected over 1.2 billion people in… Continue reading Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine