Electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as e-cigarettes or vapes, have gained popularity in recent years, with approximately 5.6 million adults and 2.5 million middle and high school students in the U.S. using them. While research suggests vaping is a less harmful alternative to smoking, e-cigarettes still carry significant health risks. Studies have shown that vaping …
Do you remember the first time you wrote in a journal? I do. When I was just 11 years old, I started journaling during a summer spent with my grandmother, or as we affectionately call her, ‘mamita.’ She encouraged my sibling and me to write each night before bed so we could cherish and look …
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Alcohol consumption can worsen pancreatitis, leading to painful flare-ups and long-term damage. While it can be difficult to let go of our favorite drinks, it’s important for pancreatitis patients to completely avoid beverages containing alcohol. But, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on enjoying a good drink altogether! Non-alcoholic drinks, or mocktails, are …
5 Nonalcoholic, Pancreatitis-Friendly Mocktail Recipes Read More »
Living with pancreatitis can be a real pain in the… well, pancreas. If you’re dealing with pancreatitis, you know how much it can impact your daily life. From chronic pain to nausea, this condition comes with all kinds of not-so-fun symptoms. Sometimes, it feels like nobody understands what you’re going through. That’s where memes come …
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Chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cancer, pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, arthritis, and heart disease, are widespread in the United States, affecting 6 in 10 adults according to the CDC. Living with a chronic illness can be a difficult, overwhelming, and isolating experience; often, people with a chronic disease feel like they are the only ones going …
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Pancreatitis is a debilitating condition that affects the pancreas, causing inflammation and damage to the organ. Treatment options are limited, which can make life with pancreatitis a daily struggle for those who are affected. One of the biggest challenges that people with pancreatitis face is isolation. The physical symptoms of the condition can make it …
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Did you know that nearly 1 in 10 American adults – approximately 23 million people – are struggling with unpaid medical debt? According to a survey by the KFF Foundation, 11 million of these adults owe over $2,000, while 3 million owe more than $10,000. In light of rising costs for essential items like groceries and the fact that …
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Unsure of the treatment she was receiving, Elizabeth Stutzmann devised a system to establish the best care to treat her pancreatitis In 2020, Elizabeth Stutzmann found herself in a Long Island hospital after experiencing severe abdominal pain. She was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis – a rare condition she had never heard of before – which …
Using Your Voice: One Patient’s Advice on Establishing the Best Care for You Read More »
Have chronic pain and looking for a job? Finding a job when suffering from chronic pain can seem like a daunting task. Many people worry that the physical or emotional demands of a job will aggravate their condition. With an estimated 20% of U.S. adults living with chronic pain according to the CDC, millions of …
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Dr. Christiane Wolf leads a 10-minute guided meditation for pain and discomfort. Meditation can be a powerful tool to manage pain associated with chronic illnesses like pancreatitis. Dr. Christiane Wolf is a physician turned mindfulness and compassion teacher and teacher trainer. She is an authorized Buddhist teacher in the Insight (Vipassana) meditation tradition, teaching classes …
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