I was born in a small town two hours away, but Toronto has been my home for more than two…
Jennifer V.
Jennifer V. (she/her) received her diagnosis of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder – aquaporin-4 positive (NMOSD-AQP4) in early 2010. Residing in Toronto, Canada, Jennifer actively manages her condition, which is often unseen, by maintaining a busy schedule. She works as an HR consultant, and is a passionate patient advocate. In her personal life, Jennifer plays the roles of a devoted mother to her daughter, a dog's loving guardian (her fur baby), a dedicated wife, caring sister her siblings, and a protective daughter. You can stay updated with Jennifer by following her column, "The Beginner's Guide to Walking."
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Articles by Jennifer V.
In the morning, I like to wake up a few minutes before my family does. As I sip my tea…
A lot can change if you give it time. Seven months ago, I stood on a beach in Mexico, looking…
When my neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) was stable, I dreaded having annual medical checkups. They felt like an…
Hello, friends. It’s long overdue that I thank you — my loyal readers and those who have recently joined me…
Last week, I was fired from my job. I’m still disappointed and angry but mostly confused. I can’t talk about…
Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with acupuncture for pain management. Not everyone will have the same response…
Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with various medication side effects. Not everyone will have the same response…
Volcán de Fuego, a volcano in Guatemala, has been struck by lightning while it erupts. Just think about that for…
Did you know that, particularly in the U.S. and some other countries, many medications have two names — a…