Many Millennial-aged People with Multiple Sclerosis Put Their Own Health Challenges on the Back Burner, Not Fully Understanding the Implications of Proactively Managing their Condition It’s no secret that the millennial generation embraces wellness and has helped bring health-mindedness to the forefront of pop culture today. But when it comes to taking care of more serious health challenges, many experts are noticing people in their 20’s or 30’s are approaching healthcare differently and often prioritizing “living their best lives” over thinking about their health. For younger people with serious health issues, putting off talking to a doctor or not getting on an effective therapy after the diagnosis of a chronic disease can have irreversible implications in the long-term. This is … [Read more...]
WHEN YOUR WORK FAMILY IS YOUR SUPPORT AWAY FROM HOME WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU ARE FACING A SERIOUS ILLNESS?
For many, work is more than a paycheck. The average full-time American employee works over 40 hours a week at work, so it comes as little surprise that a majority of employees (56%) report spending more time with their “work family” than they do at home. One survey, which sampled 1,000 full-time office workers ages 18-65, found that having a familial relationship with co-workers boosts productivity and feelings of well-being in the workplace. Another critical element of having a “work family” is they can be a support system if you or someone you love develops a chronic disease, such as cancer. How can co-workers lend the most effective and meaningful support without being intrusive? Creating an inclusive and positive environment for an employee coping with a serious medical … [Read more...]
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Apartment Share, Upper West-side landmark, brownstone, roommate. $2,090. Move in 2/1/2018. West 80th St. 2 br, 2 bath, backyard Asian garden, waterfall, grill, furnished or not, fireplace, totally renovated. central A/C, own heating, like a house! Tenants have been professionals and Columbia students, best for one person, male or female. Own br and study, storage. Privacy and safe. Use of whole apt. Free wash/dryer, gorgeous piano. Wifi and cable. All utilities included. Share with CBS/PBS/Good News Founder/Producer, Owner, very respectful. Works and away a lot. Great Block and building. Apt. value $1.5 million. February 1, 2018 available. Very safe area. Great transportation 1,2,3,B,C, Buses, great parks(Museum of Natural History/Central/Riverside), Health Clubs, Restaurants.. Safe … [Read more...]
COPO Organization (a 501(c)(3) charitable organization) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) awareness, click for videos n podcasts…
The COPO Organization (a 501(c)(3) charitable organization) will be producing a dramatic short film to increase Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) awareness. It is requesting your participation in spreading the word to assist in raising the necessary funds through the Crowdrise platform. Please join in this important effort to create a positive message for the hundreds of thousands and their families who suffer from this debilitating condition. You may participate by enlisting on the funding team and/or by making a tax deductible contribution. Check out the link below and click on the "Join The Team" button. Your assistance as a team member will be reflected in the credits. https://www.crowdrise.com/copos-ptsd-health-initiative … [Read more...]
Julea Steiner, Chronic Neurologic Condition
Do you have vivid dreams or sometimes laugh so hard your knees give way? It could mean you have narcolepsy – the chronic neurologic condition where the brain is not able to control sleep-wake cycles normally. If you do, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 1 in 2000 people in the U.S. experience this condition, but more than half of them don’t know they have it. Now, one woman who was finally diagnosed with narcolepsy is on a mission to educate others about it. UNC professor Julea Steiner has teamed up with Jazz Pharmaceuticals to share her story. She, joins us now with more. www.morethantired.com Bio Julea Steiner Julea Steiner is a sleep health advocate and Assistant clinical professor and director of professional development in the Public Health Leadership Program at the … [Read more...]