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5 Things to Know About Exercising With Lupus

Exercise is good for everyone, and even more so if you suffer from lupus. The type of exercise you can do and how far you can push yourself will depend on the severity of your condition and how you’re feeling at the time. Always consult your healthcare providers before engaging in any new…

Living With Lupus: Lisa’s Story

May 19 marked National Lupus Day in Canada and to celebrate and raise awareness of the disease, CBC News interviewed Lisa Walters to learn a little more about what life is like with the disease. MORE: Nine ways to manage brain fog. Lisa explains that she looks…

How to Live Your Best Life With a Chronic Illness

If you’re living with a chronic illness, it’s easy to slip into a malaise and feel sorry for yourself. This isn’t a helpful state of mind and it potentially means you’re missing out on life. In this video from NewLifeOutlook, Anna Scanlon shares her five…

4 Things to Consider Before Getting a Service Dog

Having a service dog can greatly enhance the life of someone living with a chronic disease. They allow patients to regain some of their independence by helping with small everyday tasks like opening and closing doors, fetching meds, acting as a prop or support as their owner stands, switching on lights and attracting attention…

These Lifestyle Hacks Will Help Anyone With a Chronic Illness

If you have a chronic illness, you know just how much energy it takes to complete your daily chores and common household tasks. In this video from newlifeoutlook, Jennifer shares some practical tips to help make life a little easier for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. MORE: How to…

9 Ways to Manage Brain Fog

One of the most frustrating symptoms of living with a chronic illness is brain fog. There are medications to treat many symptoms of chronic diseases, but sadly there isn’t yet a pill that takes away brain fog. However, there are ways to deal with it so patients can minimize its effects and…

12 of the Most Commonly Asked Questions About Lupus

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with lupus, it’s natural to have a long list of questions about the disease, including how it’ll affect you and what kind of treatment you’ll need. Here are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about lupus, thanks to the Lupus…

Lupus and Pregnancy: Risks and Management

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that mainly strikes women during their childbearing years. For many women living with the disease, that means pregnancy will become an issue at some point in their lives. MORE: Seven pregnancy tips for lupus patients. A few decades ago, women with lupus were discouraged from having a family,…

10 Benefits of Having a Service or Therapy Dog When You Have Lupus

Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be a practical solution for people with a variety of chronic illnesses. As well as being a trusted friend, service dogs can expand owners’ motor abilities, granting them new independence and allowing them…