Laurie Edwards es una autora que se adentra en las realidades de las enfermedades crónicas y su impacto en la vida de los jóvenes adultos. Como periodista de salud, crea ensayos personales y artículos para una variedad de medios de comunicación prestigiosos, explorando profundos temas de la experiencia humana. Su obra se caracteriza por su cruda honestidad y su perspicaz examen de la vulnerabilidad y la fortaleza en medio de desafíos de salud a largo plazo. La escritura de Edwards fomenta una mayor comprensión y empatía hacia quienes navegan la vida con condiciones crónicas.
Citing a high percentage of Americans who live with chronic illness, an urgent call to action draws on scientific research and patient narratives to explore the role of social medial in medical advocacy, arguing that we must change attitudes about the link between health and lifestyle and provide appropriate and compassionate treatments. By the award-winning author of Life Disrupted. 25,000 first printing.
Outlines advice about how to take a pro-active role in managing chronic illness, citing a rise in patients with chronic illness who might not have survived in earlier historical periods while sharing advice on such topics as interacting with medical professionals and having a career that makes room for health needs.