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Let's Talk! Ilana Jaqueline

Ilana Jaqueline is author of the award-winning blog "Let's Feel Better" and a former columnist for IG Living magazine. She is also a health journalist and professional patient advocate whose work has included writing for publications such as Cosmopolitan and the Huffington Post on topics related to the patient experience. In addition, she has worked with healthcare companies and patient advocacy groups as a consultant and advisor. Her new book, Medical Gaslighting: How to Get the Care You Deserve in a System that Makes You Fight for Your Life, was published in October 2024, and unpacks the unfair treatment women face when navigating the healthcare landscape. She lives with her biochemist husband and what she describes as the cutest apricot poodle you've ever seen in Boca Raton, Fla… full article (pdf)

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Combating the Common Cold

Every winter, my family comes down with a good old fashioned cold, and when it happens, I do what mothers have done for generations: I make a big pot of ginger-infused chicken noodle soup, swirl cups of chamomile tea with honey and lemon, and remind everyone to slow down and rest… full article (pdf)

Ask the Experts

Reader: How Can I Connect with Other CIDP Patients?

Abbie: When managing a chronic illness like CIDP, connecting with others who truly understand your experiences can be incredibly beneficial. One of the most effective ways to find support is by joining online communities such as forums, social media groups or websites specifically for CIDP or chronic illness patients. We invite you to visit our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/IGLivingMagazine) where we focus on the challenges faced by those with chronic illnesses and regularly share information on specific conditions such as CIDP… full article (pdf)