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Posted on 20. September 2012
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The Journey of Risks

Essay contest runner up Rachel French navigates life’s many unexpected curves after her infant son Mark is diagnosed with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID). Along the way she learns risk is the name of the game. [More]
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Posted on 13. September 2012
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Lessons from the Deep

Our Essay Contest grand prize winner Patricia Carroll shares how overcoming her fear of getting into a pool for physical therapy set her free from a host of fears she’d been living with since her diagnosis. [More]
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Posted on 6. September 2012
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Let's Get Connected

Having a chronic illness is often isolating and lonely. For many of us, the solution lies in seeking out others with similar symptoms so we can create the support system we need. [More]
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Posted on 30. August 2012
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Mirror Image

Some traits are passed down through generations, while others are observed and learned. What strikes you when you think about the tendencies you may or may not have passed on to your children? [More]
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Posted on 23. August 2012
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Olympic Fever

Whether you were inspired or exhausted after watching the Summer Olympic games, it’s a well -known fact that physical activity is good for the mind and body. Have you found ways to keep fit in spite of your illness? [More]
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Posted on 16. August 2012
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Do the Consumer Protections Under Healthcare Reform Apply to You?

The Affordable Care Act provides significant benefits for the chronically ill — such as providing high-risk pools for those with pre-existing medical conditions, eliminating lifetime limits and prohibiting insurers from rescinding coverage. But did you know there is a loophole that could impact your benefits? [More]
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Posted on 9. August 2012
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Learning to Let Go

Learning to let our children grow up and spread their wings is challenging. But when a child has a primary immune deficiency disease, letting go becomes much more complex as the stakes are so much higher. Even a simple trip to summer camp is filled with potential risks, as this mom finds out. [More]
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Posted on 2. August 2012
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IVIG: You're Not Alone

We’re revisiting the “Best of the Blogs” for our newer Facebook fans! This classic from 2010 addresses the feelings of isolation shared by many in the IG patient community. You might be surprised to learn just how much company you have. Share your thoughts. [More]
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Posted on 26. March 2020
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Medicare and Coronavirus: What You Need to Know

Seema Verma, a Medicare regional administrator, explains what individuals need to know about Medicare and the Coronavirus. [More]
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Posted on 5. March 2020
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Coronavirus: What to Know & What to Do

IG Living answers questions regarding the safety of patients’ infusion therapy and what to do to protect themselves from contracting the disease. [More]
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Posted on 20. February 2020
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What Medicare Does (and Doesn’t) Cover

Medicare helps pay for a wide variety of medical services and goods in hospitals, doctor offices and other healthcare settings. But, it doesn't cover everything, and it's useful to know what is and isn't covered. [More]
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Posted on 30. January 2020
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There’s Still Time to Change Medicare Health Plans

Cate Kortzeborn, a Medicare regional administrator, explains how to switch Medicare Advantage health plans. [More]
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Posted on 16. January 2020
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Hidden Germs

Like most people, I try to keep contact with germs to a minimum. Some might say I am even a little bit OCD. But, I am that way for a good reason. Having spent a good deal of my life sick with one germ or another, I have learned to be careful. [More]
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Posted on 2. January 2020
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I Am the Captain of My Own Healthcare Ship

William Hindin, a primary immunodeficiency disease patient, explains how to be empowered in your healthcare decisions. [More]
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Posted on 19. December 2019
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Your Medicare Costs in 2020

Cate Kortzeborn, a Medicare regional administrator, explains your Medicare costs in 2019. [More]
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Posted on 12. December 2019
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Medicare Options to Help You Manage Pain Safely and Effectively

Greg Dill, a Medicare regional administrator, explains patients’ options for pain management with Medicare. [More]
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