Search Results for: Patients Included

Aligning Interests: A PatientsLikeMe Year in Review (Part VII – Business Development)

1 Comment / ALS, Epilepsy, Fibromyalgia, HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Multiple Sclerosis, Organ Transplants, Parkinson's Disease, Patient Experiences, Rare Diseases / By

2010 was a strong year for business development at PatientsLikeMe.  Our goal was – and continues to be – to align patients’ needs with industry interests in order to maximize interaction between the two.  Here are a few of our successes and challenges over the year. Successes 1.  New Partnerships, New Communities In the first […]

Aligning Interests: A PatientsLikeMe Year in Review (Part VII – Business Development) Read More »

Structuring and Presenting the Patients’ Perspective at AMIA

13 Comments / ALS, Patient Experiences, Rare Diseases, Research / By

PatientsLikeMe members share health data on the site adding their own individual-level health experience to a repository of structured outcome data. The result? An unprecedented data set that informs medical conversation not only within the patient community but also with the larger scientific one. Earlier this fall, the venue for this conversation was the annual

Structuring and Presenting the Patients’ Perspective at AMIA Read More »

Black woman, customer grocery shopping

3 Tips for Following a Kidney-Friendly Diet with Chronic Kidney Disease

Patient Experiences / By

By: Kellsey Reed RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor   When it comes to following a kidney-friendly diet, there is a lot of information out there about what to do. But sometimes this advice is not always accurate or up to date which can lead to more confusion and overwhelm. It is always best to use evidence-based information

3 Tips for Following a Kidney-Friendly Diet with Chronic Kidney Disease Read More »

7 Diet and Exercise Tips to Improve Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Multiple Sclerosis / By

Have you ever eaten extra healthy for a few days? Meals consisted of green leafy vegetables, lots of fruit, lean protein, wholesome grains, and heart-healthy fats. After following a nutrient-dense diet for several days, you may have noticed improved energy levels, less brain fog, and better sleep. This is because the foods you eat have

7 Diet and Exercise Tips to Improve Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms Read More »

What is The Link Between Depression and Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple Sclerosis / By

When you have a condition like multiple sclerosis, it’s vital to pay close attention to the physical symptoms and limitations of the condition. Things like difficulty walking, changes in vision, and increasing fatigue all have a significant impact on daily life and can provide signals of disease progress. Because patients and doctors alike can be

What is The Link Between Depression and Multiple Sclerosis? Read More »

8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Diet to Help Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis / By

Stiffness, pain, and swelling are just a few common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and are often some of the most difficult to manage. The progression of these three symptoms is usually a sign that the disease is getting worse. Visibly swollen or tender joints, symmetrical pain, and increased stiffness are all signs of progression to later

8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Diet to Help Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Read More »

How Is Serotonin Actually Linked to Chronic Disease

Health, Health and Wellness / By

Have you ever been doing something you really enjoy, like spending time with a loved one or playing your favorite game and felt overwhelmed with happiness? Or maybe you’ve experienced the opposite, where you felt down for a few days or weeks? Have you had difficulty falling asleep? Or experienced stomach cramping and bloating after

How Is Serotonin Actually Linked to Chronic Disease Read More »

Here’s What You Need to Know About Epstein Barr and Multiple Sclerosis

Conditions, Multiple Sclerosis, Patient Experiences / By

Multiple sclerosis is a progressive autoimmune disease that affects nearly 1 million people in the United States. In MS, the immune system attacks myelin, the protective sheath that surrounds the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Damage to these cells causes symptoms like pain, fatigue, impaired coordination, and vision loss. It can also cause

Here’s What You Need to Know About Epstein Barr and Multiple Sclerosis Read More »

4 Types of Multiple Sclerosis (Plus Two You Didn’t Know About)

Multiple Sclerosis, Patient Experiences / By

Multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune condition that impacts the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. It affects nearly one million people in the United States and more than 2.3 million people worldwide. MS is a progressive disease, meaning it can get worse over time without treatment. However, treatment can’t always slow the progression of the disease. There are four types of multiple sclerosis: clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting MS, primary progressive MS, and secondary

4 Types of Multiple Sclerosis (Plus Two You Didn’t Know About) Read More »

Scroll to Top