Walking On Water — Shalana Jordan

Plasmapheresis is a word I’d never heard before October 2020. I’d heard of people donating plasma; in fact, I had a cousin who did it for money when I was growing up. But I had no idea what…

Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with some alternative treatments. Not everyone will have the same response to them. Consult your doctor before starting or stopping a therapy. I’ve always found alternative medicine intriguing. It’s wild how…

This year, I finally did something huge on my bucket list: I went to Greece. Santorini, to be specific. The white volcanic rock, the sea cliffs overlooking the caldera, the beautiful, iconic blue steeples, and even the flying dress…

My heart began to race. My breathing became shallow. I felt a bead of sweat form and run down my brow. My stomach churned and a lump formed in my throat. Was I having a panic attack? Who knew…

Relationships are hard. Couples may face many challenges, such as family drama, scheduling and time management issues, the blending of two families, and disagreements. But what happens when a rare disease, medical complications, and comorbidities enter the picture? In…

When I nearly died a few years ago from a rare disease I’d never heard of, I was understandably overwhelmed. And it wasn’t only because of thoughts about my own mortality, but also all of the comorbidities that…