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January 9, 2019January 7, 2019

Being My Own Fibro Chiropractor

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

Today is a frustrating day. For once I have a symptom for which there’s a solution. However, that solution is not available because it’s a holiday weekend. This situation ... Read more

January 8, 2019January 4, 2019

The Power of Saying No

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

As people with chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia, we need to learn to value our time and conserve our energy. There was a time when I could say yes to ... Read more

December 19, 2018December 18, 2018

Helping Others to Help Yourself

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

As someone who has struggled with the holidays for decades, my goal has long been to do something to help those less fortunate than me at this time of ... Read more

December 18, 2018December 17, 2018

How Hair Loss Affects Those of Us with Fibromyalgia

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I have fibromyalgia (FM) and an underactive thyroid, so hair loss is a real concern of mine. For that reason, I have chosen to keep my hair very short. ... Read more

December 12, 2018December 11, 2018

Not the Christmas Bonus I Wanted

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

I had to cancel out of yet another Christmas party just now. I’m actually quite experienced at doing this, as I’ve had fibromyalgia longer than many of my readers ... Read more

December 11, 2018December 7, 2018

Tips to Help You Enjoy the Holidays

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Once again the holidays are upon us. We could all use some tips on how to navigate them more easily. Sometimes just thinking about Christmas preparations and all that’s ... Read more

December 5, 2018December 5, 2018

Santa Ana Winds Affect Fibromyalgia

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

I’m finding it more and more difficult to get myself outdoors to walk. No matter how firmly I remind myself of the importance of exercise in keeping my fibro ... Read more

December 4, 2018November 30, 2018

What I Grieve for as a Woman with Fibromyalgia

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

In the spring of 2010, I became a certified medical assistant. I was really excited and looked forward to working with patients. I had done internships at a family medical ... Read more

November 27, 2018November 20, 2018

A Guide to Foods that Can Help Fibromyalgia or Make It Worse

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Eating well is important for everyone, but more so for those of us battling fibromyalgia. I’d like to discuss some foods to avoid and others to incorporate, and why our ... Read more

November 21, 2018November 19, 2018

The Fibromyalgia Holidays

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

It happened again. The season crept up on me before I could hide. Yes, I’m a holiday avoider. I wasn’t always. When I was young and energetic, I looked ... Read more