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Posted on 29. March 2012
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Enter IG Living Second Annual Essay Contest!

It’s that time again… now is your chance to win a new iPad 2 and get published in IG Living! Our second annual essay contest is just kicking off, get out your laptops and start writing. May the best essay win! [More]
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Posted on 22. March 2012
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Multiple Sclerosis - No Longer Untreatable

March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Education and Awareness Month. With that in mind, this informative blog highlights some of the newest information regarding MS, it’s treatments and promising breakthroughs on the horizon. [More]
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Posted on 15. March 2012
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Not Medically Necessary

Ever had a claim denied or been told by an insurance company that a medical test was “not medically necessary?” Don’t lose heart. Using the right appeal technique can turn the tide in your favor. [More]
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Posted on 8. March 2012
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Will Justice (and the Justices) Prevail?

Americans spend more on healthcare coverage than those in any other country on just about every medical procedure and doctor visit Although controversial, the Affordable Care Act gave new health insurance rights to many. Will those rights remain? [More]
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Posted on 1. March 2012
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Learning to Be Assertive Despite the Fatigue of Illness

Are you as assertive as you’d like to be? Sometimes speaking up for yourself can put others off, but being taken seriously and setting boundaries is essential when you are chronically ill. [More]
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Posted on 23. February 2012
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My Mom's Kryptonite

Have you ever felt deeply discouraged by the symptoms of your illness? Feelings of depression may not be clinical in nature, but are still very real. Finding the right coping skills can help you regain your optimism. [More]
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Posted on 16. February 2012
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Chronic Illness Before the Diagnosis: You're Not Crazy. Trust Yourself.

While waiting for an accurate diagnosis for a rare illness, doctors and even friends and family may dismiss your symptoms or tell you it’s “all in your head.” That’s when it’s time to trust your gut. [More]
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Posted on 9. February 2012
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Inside Out Socks

When living with chronic illness, life is too filled to the brim with “big stuff” to sweat the “small stuff.” Yet all of us have a tendency to get all worked up when little things annoy us. How can we gain perspective? [More]
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