IVX Health provides providers and patients with new information about their condition, how to prepare for their first infusion, tips from others in their community and more.
May 10th is World Lupus Day. It is the perfect time to continue raising awareness about lupus and to remind yourself that living with lupus is a continuous, ever-changing battle that requires support from your friends and family.
When you’re first diagnosed with a chronic illness, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You may feel like you’re totally alone, fighting this battle without reinforcements. But the truth is, there are people out there just like you. Keep reading to learn more about how support groups can help overcome your initial fears and provide a steady stream of encouragement, education, and support.
Here are a few of our favorite go-to, make-ahead lunch recipes that are Crohn’s and UC-friendly.
The benefits of exercise are myriad, even for those who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Exercise is important as it improves your overall health, but it can particularly help those with MS to increase their energy levels, decrease muscle loss, improve balance, manage spasticity and make it easier to perform day-to-day tasks — though exercising with MS does present challenges.
March is Sleep Awareness Month — a great time to remind ourselves why sleep is so important. Quality, restful sleep can be especially challenging for those battling chronic conditions like MS and RA causing your symptoms to flare and overall well-being to crash.
Humans are always on the hunt for diets that provide results. People with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease are no different, especially if you’re dealing with repeated flare-ups, even with treatments like Remicade or Tysabri. There are several popular diets for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s that claim to offer relief and prevention. But how do they measure up?
You’ve probably heard that you’re supposed to drink at least 8 cups of water a day. But if you’re like most people, you might not be great at keeping track. It’s easy to get dehydrated quick, so read on to discover the signs and symptoms so you can stay healthy.
Wondering if you might be iron deficient? Iron deficiency and anemia can cause a host of problems, so it’s important to know the symptoms.
Summer is one of the most popular times for travel. With kids are out of school, weather is warm, and there are lots of fun activities happening all across the country, it’s no wonder summer travel is a great American tradition.
