Stress is like a toxic, odorless gas that unknowingly overtakes its victims little by little until they succumb to its effects. Since you can’t avoid all causes of stress, here are some suggestions from the Mayo Clinic for how you can “dispose” of stress. [More]

Why do some people seem to remain calm in the face of disaster, while others seem to fall apart? People who are able to keep their cool have what psychologists call resilience. The good news is, with a little effort, anyone can become more resilient. [More]

The holiday season is nearly upon us. With sickness lurking around every door handle, how can we remain symptom-free? Here are a few suggestions. [More]

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic health condition that affects many of our immune globulin (IG)-treated patients and countless others who have gone undiagnosed. Since June is MG awareness month, we thought it might be a good idea to talk about the various tests and treatment options for MG. [More]

When we are young, we often have very detailed plans for how we expect our lives to turn out. Then life throws us a curve ball and we have to adjust our course. Still, focusing on what we have, not on what we don’t have, can make all the difference when it comes to happiness and fulfillment. [More]

Americans spend more on healthcare coverage than those in any other country on just about every medical procedure and doctor visit Although controversial, the Affordable Care Act gave new health insurance rights to many. Will those rights remain? [More]

There’s a big difference between a chronic illness and an acute one. With chronic illness there is no quick fix, and the emotional suffering linked to chronic disease can be just as bad as the physical symptoms. [More]