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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.
I consider my ability to swallow multiple pills at the same time both a skill and a necessity. Some days,…
I’ve always been a superstitious person. It started by listening to tales about my oma (grandma), who was a believer…
Second in a series on visiting Disney World with a disability. Read part one. Big crowds make me nervous.
First in a series. Christmas, a bustling time for all, becomes particularly challenging for patients like me who have…
Everyone has a breaking point. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by sadness, depression, or anxiety when life’s pressures become…
As November closes, I’m reflecting on how grateful I am to have my family. Dear Family, I know none of…
The snoring emanating from my dog, Magnus, is distinctly different from a human’s. His gentle, rhythmic purr, characteristic of pugs,…
My health situation has become incredibly trying recently. I’m hesitant to shed any tears because I fear they won’t stop.
Knowing when to make that crucial trip to the emergency room is a concern that plagues everybody with neuromyelitis…