Sarcoidosis News Columns

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022

Sarcoidosis Can Feel Like a No-win Situation, Even if It Isn’t

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

When the 2022 NFL schedule was released last month, I noticed an Aug. 27 preseason game between the Washington Commanders and the Baltimore Ravens. While I live in New York ... Read more

June 22, 2022June 22, 2022

Some Reflections on a Typically Rough Week in My Life

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Every year around this time, between Father’s Day and my June 24 birthday, I feel a little disconnected and withdrawn. I was raised by a single mom who served as ... Read more

June 17, 2022June 17, 2022

When Mobility Aids Become Stylish Accessories, the True You Shines Through

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

People sometimes say their cars are an extension of their personality: sporty, sexy, rugged, classy, adventurous — any of the descriptors used in commercials. I take that idea a bit ... Read more

June 17, 2022June 22, 2022

When Mobility Aids Become Stylish Accessories, the True You Shines Through

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

People sometimes say their cars are an extension of their personality: sporty, sexy, rugged, classy, adventurous — any of the descriptors used in commercials. I take that idea a bit ... Read more

June 13, 2022June 13, 2022

Overcoming the Apathy That’s Brought On by My Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

For the past few days, I’ve been trying to figure out when I started to feel incomplete. I don’t mean that I feel useless, but at what point did I ... Read more

June 13, 2022June 22, 2022

Overcoming the Apathy That’s Brought On by My Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

For the past few days, I’ve been trying to figure out when I started to feel incomplete. I don’t mean that I feel useless, but at what point did I ... Read more

June 9, 2022June 9, 2022

Redefining What ‘Normal’ Looks Like for Someone With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Recently, I read a social media post about how tough every day can be while living with sarcoidosis. Out of respect for the author’s privacy, I won’t quote them, but ... Read more

June 9, 2022June 22, 2022

Redefining What ‘Normal’ Looks Like for Someone With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Recently, I read a social media post about how tough every day can be while living with sarcoidosis. Out of respect for the author’s privacy, I won’t quote them, but ... Read more

June 3, 2022June 22, 2022

How to Have a Safe Date Night With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

I’ve joked before that “middle-aged date night” entails my husband and me scheduling our annual physicals together. First the doctor’s office, then the lab, then maybe a stop for lunch ... Read more

June 3, 2022June 3, 2022

How to Have a Safe Date Night With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

I’ve joked before that “middle-aged date night” entails my husband and me scheduling our annual physicals together. First the doctor’s office, then the lab, then maybe a stop for lunch ... Read more

June 2, 2022June 22, 2022

How I Finished My 4th Half-marathon, Despite Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Part of the reason I named this column “Run Your Own Race” is that I found (much to my great surprise) that running can easily be a metaphor for life. ... Read more

June 2, 2022June 2, 2022

How I Finished My 4th Half-marathon, Despite Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Part of the reason I named this column “Run Your Own Race” is that I found (much to my great surprise) that running can easily be a metaphor for life. ... Read more

May 23, 2022June 22, 2022

Even When I’m Facing Health Obstacles, I Refuse to Give Up

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

May has not been my favorite month for many years. I lost my mother suddenly over Mother’s Day weekend in 2003, and later lost one of my favorite aunts in ... Read more

May 23, 2022May 23, 2022

Even When I’m Facing Health Obstacles, I Refuse to Give Up

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

May has not been my favorite month for many years. I lost my mother suddenly over Mother’s Day weekend in 2003, and later lost one of my favorite aunts in ... Read more

May 20, 2022May 20, 2022

Going to the Doctor Isn’t Always an Easy Decision

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Earlier today, I scheduled appointments for my husband and me to see our primary doctor and pulmonologist. I also rescheduled appointments with my cardiologist, neurologist, endocrinologist, and ophthalmologist, all of ... Read more