Posts by: Lori Dunham

Lori Dunham

August 1, 2022August 1, 2022

How Many of My Daughter’s Health Issues Are LEMS-related?

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

Turning the page on the calendar is a reminder that the new school year is quickly approaching. Like most parents, I race to squeeze in all the dentist and doctor ... Read more

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022

Being Kind to Others Can Make a Big Difference in Their Lives

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

“Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.” — Blaise Pascal It’s that time of year again. Every six months, my daughter Grace and I make our way ... Read more

July 18, 2022July 18, 2022

Our Daughter With Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome Fights Off COVID-19 — Again

COVID-19 Columns, Lambert-Eaton News Columns

Our world has changed over the past few years. Around the globe, COVID-19 has altered the way we all live. While we are no longer required to stay indoors and ... Read more

July 9, 2022July 9, 2022

Thoughts on How to Build Our Communities With Intention

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

I’m a student of living life with intention. That means living with the end goals in mind. Whether they’re career goals, financial goals, or relationship and parenting goals, knowing the ... Read more

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022

Steps I Took to Bring Joys Back Into Our Home

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

Living with a chronic illness, or caring for a loved one with a chronic illness, can often be overwhelming. When our 17-year-old daughter, Grace, was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome ... Read more

June 20, 2022June 20, 2022

We’re Taking Back All That We Lost to LEMS

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

When our daughter Grace was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), she was just 14 years old. At that age, kids are just beginning to flesh out their interests and ... Read more

June 20, 2022June 21, 2022

We’re Taking Back All That We Lost to LEMS

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

When our daughter Grace was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), she was just 14 years old. At that age, kids are just beginning to flesh out their interests and ... Read more

June 13, 2022June 13, 2022

How a Team of Specialists Diagnosed, Treated My Daughter’s LEMS

COVID-19 Columns, Lambert-Eaton News Columns

In the world of rare disease, it’s not uncommon for a patient to see multiple specialists. We all get quite adept at maneuvering through the red tape in order for ... Read more

June 13, 2022June 21, 2022

How a Team of Specialists Diagnosed, Treated My Daughter’s LEMS

COVID-19 Columns, Lambert-Eaton News Columns

In the world of rare disease, it’s not uncommon for a patient to see multiple specialists. We all get quite adept at maneuvering through the red tape in order for ... Read more

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022

Our Daughter’s LEMS Treatment Allows Us to Enjoy Summer Again

COVID-19 Columns, Lambert-Eaton News Columns

Summer is a few weeks away, and for those of us here in northeastern Florida, school is out and the temperature is rising. For the first time in years, I’m ... Read more

June 6, 2022June 21, 2022

Our Daughter’s LEMS Treatment Allows Us to Enjoy Summer Again

COVID-19 Columns, Lambert-Eaton News Columns

Summer is a few weeks away, and for those of us here in northeastern Florida, school is out and the temperature is rising. For the first time in years, I’m ... Read more

May 23, 2022June 21, 2022

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Mestinon to Treat LEMS Symptoms

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

A rare disease diagnosis comes with many challenges. One significant challenge is the statistic that, according to some estimates, 90% of rare diseases don’t have a treatment approved by the ... Read more

May 23, 2022May 23, 2022

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Mestinon to Treat LEMS Symptoms

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

A rare disease diagnosis comes with many challenges. One significant challenge is the statistic that, according to some estimates, 90% of rare diseases don’t have a treatment approved by the ... Read more

May 16, 2022June 21, 2022

Why We’re Not Following Through on a Doctor’s Suggestion

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

I never thought much about the rhythm of our days until our daughter Grace, now 17, was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) at age 14. Time seemed to crawl ... Read more

May 16, 2022May 16, 2022

Why We’re Not Following Through on a Doctor’s Suggestion

Lambert-Eaton News Columns

I never thought much about the rhythm of our days until our daughter Grace, now 17, was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) at age 14. Time seemed to crawl ... Read more