By Maria Zepeda, NBC-HWC, and Julie Rowin, MD The Holiday Season is upon us, and this means a wonderful time for some and a difficult time for many. We are living through times of uncertainty and ambiguity which can feel overwhelming. Here are some suggestions on how to better cope with the challenges we… Read more »
Check out these resources for often-asked-about MG topics. *Our favorites are noted with an asterisk. Exercise and MG *MG Wellness: Myasthenia Gravis and Exercise, June 2020. “If your MG has stabilized, exercise can be part of your recovery,” notes Julie Rowin, MD. She and Julie Hossack, certified fitness instructor, explain how to gradually resume exercise… Read more »
“Take a deep breath” Wednesday, August 19, 2020 2:00pm to 2:40pm, Central time (3pm Eastern, 1pm Mountain, 12pm Pacific) Ever tell yourself to take a deep breath? That breath quiets your other thoughts, and brings focus to the task at hand, whether you’re about to jump into a pool on a summer day, or start… Read more »
FALL SEMINAR My MG Journey – Speaker Sara Hasemeyer Better Breathing through Technology – Speaker Sally O’Meara, RN On November 4, 45 myasthenia gravis patients and friends attended Conquer MG’s Fall Patient Seminar at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois. Sally O’Meara, RN, carefully explained the features and mask options for assistive breathing devices such as Bi-PAPs and home… Read more »
