Lots of people count their steps using a Fitbit device or their phone, but for me it has…
Articles by Eleanor Bird
The world is re-opening. People are returning to bars, restaurants, and shops. They’re reuniting with loved ones and…
One of the hardest parts of having chronic health problems is the guilt. Many people struggling with complex…
Before I got sick I thought doctors knew everything. I thought doctors would know exactly what to do…
Society doesn’t make it easy for people with disabilities and health conditions, including in the workplace.
Sometimes I feel like having a health condition is a full-time job. I also have a “real” full-time…
Since I was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension (PH) in 2017, I have struggled with…
I’ve written in previous columns about the difficulties I’ve experienced while navigating romantic…
One thing we hear a lot about while living with a serious chronic illness is the importance of…
One of the hardest things about the diagnosis of a progressive illness is grappling with how…
The COVID-19 pandemic is a stressful time for everyone, but it can be particularly stressful for those trying…
When living with significant health problems, one must balance not only personal worries, but also those of family…