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Examining "alternative treatments" against Breast Cancer

Breast cancer
Cancer

Examining "alternative treatments" against Breast Cancer

7 Mar 2019 • 3 comments

Breast cancer is a difficult disease that requires massive lifestyle changes. One of our members shares her advice on how best to combat this...

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Egg/yeast free bread

Egg/yeast free bread

6 Mar 2019 • 1 Like • 4 comments

In the kitchen: read the "Egg/yeast free bread " recipe quickly and reproduce it at home!

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Second global case of remission for a patient with HIV!

HIV/AIDS

Second global case of remission for a patient with HIV!

6 Mar 2019 • 1 comment

A second global case of remission in an AIDS patient after stopping treatment was announced on Tuesday by researchers who consider it probably cured, although it is still too early to say. A look...

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Photo testimonial: KISS syndrome - from mother to son

Child Illnesses

Photo testimonial: KISS syndrome - from mother to son

5 Mar 2019

"No, I'm not crazy, cozy, weak or hypochondriac! My chronic migraines, scoliosis, orthopedic problems, stiffness, balance problems and chronic fatigue, it's not me, it's...

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Endometriosis destroys women

Endometriosis
Women's health

Endometriosis destroys women

4 Mar 2019 • 3 comments

Louise shares how she dealt with endometriosis since being diagnosed. She talks honestly about the impact it has on relationships and life in general. She speaks about having strength and seeking out...

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World Rare Disease Day: definition, treatment, care and discussion

World Rare Disease Day: definition, treatment, care and discussion

28 Feb 2019 • 5 comments

What is a rare disease? A rare disease is a disease that affects very few people: less than one in 2,000 in the European Union, less than one in 1,500 in the United States. Rare diseases affect 25...

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Relieve pain with hot or cold

Back pain
Chronic pain
Disc discplacement
Disc hernia
Migraine
Sciatica
Tendonitis
Toothache
Torticollis

Relieve pain with hot or cold

26 Feb 2019 • 19 comments

Thanks to its relaxing effect, heat is very useful against muscle contractures or cramps. Cold is beneficial on a sprain or strain to avoid swelling of the joint. Have you ever heard of...

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Working life: what rights for reintegration do patients have?

Working life: what rights for reintegration do patients have?

22 Feb 2019 • 7 comments

We learn about the different rights and difficulties that patients with chronic illnesses experience when attempting to go back to...

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Vegan Aubergine Raita

Vegan Aubergine Raita

22 Feb 2019 • 2 comments

In the kitchen: read the "Vegan Aubergine Raita" recipe quickly and reproduce it at home!

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Cigarettes VS e-cigarettes: an update on the consumption and pitfalls to avoid

Cigarettes VS e-cigarettes: an update on the consumption and pitfalls to avoid

20 Feb 2019 • 10 comments

The e-cigarette allows some patients to stop smoking but it becomes a dangerous addiction for others. Read our article to weigh the pros and cons of the electronic...

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A patient's struggle with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

Adult-onset proximal spinal muscular atrophy
autosomal dominant
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy type 1
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy type 2
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy type 3
Proximal spinal muscular atrophy type 4

A patient's struggle with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

18 Feb 2019 • 3 comments

Isabel shares her frustrations at how her life has been turned upside down since being diagnosed with Spinal Muscular...

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Love life in the face of illness: how to cope?

Love life in the face of illness: how to cope?

14 Feb 2019 • 23 comments

Today is Valentine's Day! This emblematic day, sometimes criticized for its commercial and marketing impact, undoubtedly evokes love. We organised a poll* to allow you to express your views on this...

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