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Kimberley, living with health issues after a work-related injury

Finding a “New Normal” After a Life-Changing Injury

An accident at work changed the trajectory of Kimberley’s life. Although her health issues may seem invisible to others, the pain she feels is very real. Here she shares a situation she encountered with someone she used to consider a friend and how…
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chronic back pain, chronic pain, interstitial cystitis, spinal fusion, work-related injury

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“For me, self-care means taking the initiative.”

Taking the time to listen and care for your body is a critical life-skill. This is true for everyone, but especially when you’re living with chronic health conditions. Sylvia of Virginia is living with lupus SLE, type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), depression,…
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back pain, chronic back pain, chronic pain, depression, lupus SLE, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes

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