PatientWing • April 23 2025

From Diagnosis to Advocacy: How a Leukemia Battle Inspired a Clean Skincare Brand | Patient Stories | PatientWing

When Charlie Razook’s initial symptoms surfaced, he had been living in Milan, Italy while pursuing his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree and interning at Valentino. A persistent rash and skin discoloration in the fall of 2017 sent him to multiple dermatologists, but treatments didn’t work.

PatientWing • April 21 2025

Navigating Epilepsy: A Journey of Uncertainty, Resilience, and Acceptance | Patient Stories | PatientWing

In the fall of 2008, a 17-year-old girl sat nervously in a cold, sterile room at a hospital, preparing for an electroencephalogram (EEG) test. It was a test that would later offer concrete evidence of something she had suspected for months but couldn’t articulate: the source of her mysterious health struggles.

Livability.com • March 29 2025

Where to Find Great Houses for Sale in Licking County, OH - Livability.com

Licking County is experiencing exciting growth, with several areas poised for significant development in the coming years. From the bustling city of Newark to the rapidly growing areas of Hebron and Johnstown, this region is the perfect place to call home.

PatientWing • March 27 2025

From Swollen Hands to Locked Joints: How One Woman Fought a Rare Disease and Won | Patient Stories | PatientWing

When E. Rose Schubert first noticed her hands swelling, she thought it was temporary inflammation. But soon realized the swelling wasn’t just fluid and something was seriously wrong.

PatientWing • March 27 2025

Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A 22-Year Journey of Resilience  | Patient Stories | PatientWing

For more than two decades, Michigan State University alumna Dani Lamb has battled the challenges of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a rare and often misunderstood chronic skin condition. Diagnosed as a freshman in college, she initially mistook the symptoms for an ingrown hair. "

Livability.com • March 15 2025

Why Do Business in Northeast Wisconsin? Ask These Owners - Livability.com

From Green Bay Packers sports culture to the picturesque lighthouses and artisan shops in Door County to options for surfing, sailing and golfing in Sheboygan County, the 18-county Northeast Wisconsin region has everything you could want when choosing a place to live.

PatientWing • March 7 2025

Victory Over MDS and Sharing Encouragement with Others: Kathy Till | Patient Stories | PatientWing

Kathy Till never expected that in her early 70s, she would be thrust into a battle against a rare and life-threatening disease. Yet, in 2021, after years of seemingly manageable health and routine doctor visits, she found herself diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)—a rare disease where bone marrow fails to produce enough healthy blood cells.

Livability.com • February 26 2025

Why Launch a Business in Abingdon and Washington County, VA? - Livability.com

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Washington County is a region steeped in history, natural beauty and a burgeoning spirit of entrepreneurship. Known for its picturesque landscapes, charming small towns and rich cultural heritage, Washington County has become a fertile ground for small businesses looking to thrive in a supportive and close-knit community.

PatientWing • January 31 2025

Supporting Social Impact: Fighting IgA Nephropathy through Advocacy | Patient Stories | PatientWing

Tracy Evans never anticipated that a quiet medical history would spiral into a life-altering condition. Diagnosed with IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), a rare kidney disease in which the kidneys are damaged by the accumulation of the antibody IgA, Tracy’s life took an unexpected turn that led her to become an advocate for others facing similar struggles.

PatientWing • January 17 2025

From Uncertainty to Hope: Katherine Green Overcomes Myelodysplastic Syndrome With Her Sister’s Bone Marrow | Patient Stories | PatientWing

In June 2021, at just 28 years old, Katherine Green's life was upended by a diagnosis that defied expectations: myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a rare and serious blood disorder. MDS typically affects older adults, making Katherine's case an outlier that was difficult for her doctors to diagnose at first.

Livability.com • November 21 2024

Small Business Owner Finds Success in Blount County - Livability.com

Opening its doors in 2023, J. Danforth Mercantile in Blount County, Tennessee, is a collective market offering various products, from grab-and-go food to gourmet groceries, homeware, trendy clothing and specialty gifts.

Bodybuilding.com • November 12 2024

Meet Bodybuilding.com Master Coach: Harry Vargas

Before becoming a coach, Harry Vargas, Master Coach, was at a crossroads and discovered the parallels of adversity in training and life through fitness. He willingly put himself in uncomfortable situations—pushing through the things he didn’t want to do—to be better prepared for life. Adapting this mindset to his training, Harry overcame challenges and realized his strength.

PatientWing • October 17 2024

Exploring Seizures and Their Symptoms: Is It Epilepsy? | PatientWing

Seizures involve sudden, temporary bursts of electrical activity in the brain that change or disrupt how messages are sent between brain cells. These electrical bursts can cause involuntary changes in body movement, function, sensation, behavior, or awareness.  Every brain has th e potential to seize. Someone can have a seizure from a physical cause (known as provoked seizures).

PatientWing • October 17 2024

How to Be an Ally for Someone with a Rare Disease | PatientWing

Friends and family are critical allies to a rare disease patient and their treatment. However, living with a rare disease may be difficult to fully understand for those who don’t have a diagnosis. Many times, friends and family have good intentions, but sometimes, those intentions add to the burden of rare disease management.

PatientWing • October 17 2024

Surviving a Sjögren's Flare: Natural Treatments to Support Your Symptoms | PatientWing

Sjögren's is a long-term autoimmune issue that can occur with other immune ailments like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Along with the symptoms of extensive dryness, other serious complications include profound fatigue, chronic pain, significant organ involvement, neuropathies, and lymphomas.  As a systemic disease affecting the entire body, symptoms can remain steady or worsen over time.

Livability.com • October 9 2024

Pennsylvania: Innovation in Agriculture - Livability.com

Innovation in agriculture can be seen across Pennsylvania. Farming practices have shifted, and those in the agriculture industry are looking at new, more efficient ways to hone their craft.One of those farmers is Steve Groff, CEO of Cedar Meadow Farm in Holtwood.

Livability.com • October 7 2024

Why I Love Running a Business in Greater Green Bay, WI - Livability.com

Greater Green Bay, WI, provides a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. This region of two cities, 13 towns and nine villages offers economic advantages, a supportive community and a high quality of life. Corey Behnke, co-founded LiveX, a full-service broadcast design and production company in 2015 in Manhattan.

PatientWing • September 10 2024

I Was Accepted into a Clinical Study, Now What? | PatientWing

Participating in a clinical study ensures you can access investigational therapies that provide new or better ways to treat medical conditions. It’s also an important contribution to the future of rare disease management—more than 95% of rare diseases have no treatment.

PatientWing • September 10 2024

Navigate the Challenges of a Rare Disease with Confidence: Tips for Coping | PatientWing

A rare disease diagnosis can impact you and your family’s quality of life and mental health. In the wake of your diagnosis, you may feel like no one understands what you’re going through. These feelings may be met with more uncertainty due to a lack of research or evidence in using medication to treat the disease.

PatientWing • September 10 2024

Managing Warm Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Symptoms as the Weather Shifts | PatientWing

Warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA), also called warm hemolysis, is the most common form of autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA), accounting for 60% to 70% of all cases.

Livability.com • August 16 2024

Entrepreneurs in the Robins Region Are Always Thinking Big - Livability.com

With a supportive community, low cost of doing business and a growing population, the Robins Region of Georgia provides a solid foundation for emerging entrepreneurs who are eager to ask, “What’s next?” The entrepreneurs behind Acres & Oak Kitchen and The Muse Theatre did just that.

Livability.com • August 16 2024

Discover a Land of Opportunity in the Ames Region - Livability.com

The Ames, Greater Boone and Story County region is a great place for entrepreneurs. This vibrant area is home to supportive communities, mentorship and ample resources. Want to launch a business in Ames and the surrounding communities? Check out these success stories.

Livability.com • August 15 2024

Child Care Training in Williston: Affordable and Available - Livability.com

The power of collaboration is on full display in Williston, as the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce’s Western Star Foundation (WSF) and Williston Early Educators Alliance (WEEA) have partnered to provide academic and CPR training for child care workers in the region.

Livability.com • August 14 2024

Why Do Williston Entrepreneurs Thrive? - Livability.com

It’s easy to see why people choose Williston when they’re looking to start a business. Not only does it have a sturdy economy built on oil, agriculture and tourism, but area residents are known for being supportive, kind and hardworking, and the city continues to prioritize advancement.