A simple sandwich offered new hope when I needed it most
It was the first time in four weeks I’d been hungry — actually, truly hungry. My mouth watered at the thought of a fresh, hot breakfast. During my stay in the intensive care unit…
Walking On Water — Shalana Jordan
Shalana “Shay” Jordan of Columbia, South Carolina, is a photographer, writer, retired educator, and single mom of two boys. She’s been adjusting to her “new normal” of battling atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome, stage 4 kidney disease, lupus, May-Thurner syndrome, and severe anemia. She received these diagnoses in 2020 at 36 years old. She wants to help fellow rare disease patients adjust to and prepare for the new life that’s unfolding for them. Because life doesn’t end at diagnosis.
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Star fruit dangers: An innocent treat is a threat to my kidneys
Star fruit: It’s sweet, crisp, bright, refreshing and, for me, potentially deadly. Starbucks’ Kiwi Starfruit Refreshers (now discontinued), star fruit margaritas, or any other star fruit treats I once enjoyed are all a…
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