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Posted on 19. March 2015
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Popcorn Tuesdays

Blogger April McGowan used to dread infusion night, until she found a way to turn it into a family night, complete with snacks! [More]
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Posted on 5. March 2015
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Caregiving for the Caregiver

Patient Advocate Abbie Cornett was used to her role as a patient with her husband acting as caregiver. Then, recently, her husband became ill and their roles suddenly reversed [More]
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Posted on 19. February 2015
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What to Expect During a Complete Neurological Exam and Workup

Symptoms of neuropathy depend on both the type of nerves affected and the mechanism that causes damage to the nerves. Here is a handy checklist to discuss with your neurologist during an exam and workup [More]
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Posted on 5. February 2015
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Is an Infusion Port Right for You?

Getting an infusion port can make IG treatment easier, but the decision comes with risks. IG Living Patient Advocate Abbie Cornett shares her story [More]
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Posted on 22. January 2015
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Weaning IVIG Therapy for CIDP

Weaning patients with CIDP off IVIG therapy begins with assessing the odds that there will be a relapse if the dose is lowered, but several other factors must be considered. Michelle Greer, RN, MBA, explains [More]
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Posted on 8. January 2015
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Staying Positive with Chronic Illness

As both a patient advocate and a CVID patient, Abbie Cornett is often asked how she copes and stays positive. Abbie asserts that remaining positive isn’t something that just that happens; it is a decision she has to make every day [More]
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Posted on 19. December 2014
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Embracing What Is

Chronic illness changes life in many ways. For this patient, acceptance and mindfulness lead to hope, self-awareness and even a new career path. [More]
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Posted on 4. December 2014
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Managing IVIG Therapy for CIDP

Many patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) are treated with intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). But, treatment plans can vary greatly and are influenced by a variety of factors. [More]
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Posted on 1. December 2015
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10 Indispensables for Those with Chronic Pain and Illness

These 10 essential tips, based on personal experience, are intended for all patients living with chronic illness and pain. [More]
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Posted on 5. November 2015
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9 Things to Say to a Loved One with a Chronic Illness

I’ve read many lists describing “what not to say to someone with chronic illness,” so I wanted to offer a new spin. These lists are valuable for the chronically ill and the healthy, but the lines of communication between us can be fraught with misunderstanding. [More]
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Posted on 15. October 2015
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Autoimmune Disease: The Importance of Knowing Your Family Health History

The likelihood of your developing an autoimmune disorder increases if your family members suffer from these conditions. By looking at your family history, you can find out crucial information regarding the health history of your family members [More]
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Posted on 1. October 2015
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PANDAS/PANS Awareness Week

IG Living and I Give for Kids are supporting the national PANDAS/PANS Network Awareness Day on October 9. PANDAS/PANS is a devastating childhood disease with profound symptoms that can be devastating for families [More]
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Posted on 27. August 2015
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Relocating: Steps to Success

Moving tips to make relocating easier for people with chronic illness. [More]
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Posted on 9. July 2015
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A Look Back at the IDF National Conference

Immune Deficiency Foundation’s (IDF) National Conference helps patients and their families through education and research, while providing them with a wonderful social setting to interact with one another, physicians and sponsors [More]
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Posted on 24. June 2015
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The Road to New Orleans

The Immune Deficiency Foundation is hosting its annual national patient conference in New Orleans June 25-27. The conference will feature educational and social opportunities for patients and their families to further their knowledge about primary immune diseases. [More]
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Posted on 21. May 2015
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PI Parents: We’re No Different

Parents aren’t normal people when it comes to taking care of their children; all common sense flies out of the window, especially with children who are diagnosed with a primary immune deficiency (PI) [More]
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