Silver Linings & Sour Dairy - Benefits of Chronic IllnessThis whole corona pandemic has gotten me thinking about the drawbacks of RA, sure. But really, it has me thinking about the...reactions2comments
At-Home Devices That Can Monitor Your HealthAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this...reactionscomments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show...reactionscomments
On Shaky Grounds These DaysThroughout my 25 years with RA, I have had periods of time where I feel a personal “earthquake” of sorts. Characterized by...reactions1comment
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But...reactionscomments
Staying Positive during a PandemicAs I sit on my couch, quarantined in my home, I have many thoughts racing through my mind... COVID-19 has hit my...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor...reactionscomments
Keeping Perspective during a PandemicIt’s now several weeks that I have been staying at home to protect my immunocompromised self from exposure to COVID-19. As rheumatoid...reactions3comments
Thank You, Message ReceivedAs much as I hate to admit it, pain is important. It is a powerful message sent from a part of the...reactions1comment
Exercising at Home? Motivation, and Some Thoughts on Behavior ChangeYou may be wondering what you are going to do inside all day with orders to shelter in place, or self-isolate? Reasonably...reactionscomments
Tips for Being Selective about Your Physician, Part 1Finding a new doctor when you have RA sucks, let’s be honest. But, it’s a tried and true part of living with...reactions16comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being...reactionscomments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Heroes EverywhereLast year for Christmas, my best friend gave me a book of inspirational quotes about gratitude. I keep it on my coffee...reactions2comments
Journaling JoyI have an idea: how about we keep a daily log about the good moments in our lives? You know, like a...reactions2comments
AdaptableI recently injured my index finger on my non-dominant hand. I have to splint it for a few weeks and let it...reactions2comments
Breaking Old Habits or Building New OnesBreaking old habits or introducing new ones are often difficult things to do. More so if the habit you wish to break...reactionscomments
Staying Connected to Kids When You Can't See Them In PersonNot everyone in the RheumatoidArthritis.net community has children of their own at home, but I know there are many who have grandchildren...reactions3comments
A Moment of Strength in All This UncertaintyThe world has turned upside down around us. It’s like we’re actually living in one of those low budget, high-intensity apocalyptic movies...reactions16comments
No, There Isn't a Reason for Me to Have RAEverything in life happens for a reason. That’s what “they” tell us anyway. In the context of RA, I don’t believe that...reactions3comments
Testing PainSo, one thing I did not consider about the journey with RA, was the pain of the various tests we are subjected...reactionscomments
