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Rheum Cat @rheumcat.bsky.social · 29d

There was also a plug for @arthritischeryl.bsky.social & @chroniceileen.bsky.social 's Rheumer Has It podcast

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Rheumer Has It: Axial Spondyloarthritis Myths v. Facts with Dr. Jean Liew - Arthritis Life

Listen Now: Watch Now: Summary: Curious about axial spondyloarthritis and how it affects people beyond the typical stereotypes? Join us on our latest episode of ‘Rheumer Has It’ with Dr. Jean Liew as ...

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CreakyJoints® @creakyjoints.bsky.social · Aug 14

Dating with a chronic illness means protecting your heart and your spoons. 💙
Read @chroniceileen.bsky.social tips here: creakyjoints.org/about-arthri...
#ChronicIllness #RheumatoidArthritis #DatingWithChronicIllness

A Sick Girl’s Guide to Navigating Dating With a Chronic Illness

Patient advocate Eileen Davidson shares strategies for dating while managing a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis. Read more.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jul 27

“Some people might criticize u for taking #medication or accuse u of complaining about your #illness ..impt not to take those comments to heart — people who lash out like that are likely struggling w their own issues.”: buff.ly/UceEfGV

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#RA

Social Media and Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Good and The Bad

Eileen Davidson shares her journey navigating both support and misinformation online while offering tips for finding reliable resources.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jul 24

“His understanding of #health, #kindness toward those with #disabilities, and willingness to lend a hand are qualities that many #children don’t develop unless they’ve experienced #chronicillness firsthand.": buff.ly/RLmoJbW

from @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social

Navigating Single Motherhood and Rheumatoid Arthritis

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jul 13

“ #JointPain can make it difficult to simply walk around or go up and down stairs, let alone do daily chores or exercise. #Arthritis is a leading cause of #disability, making many people..no longer able to #work.": buff.ly/4eckbnV

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chronicEileen.bsky.social
#NEisVoid

Please Stop Saying That My Arthritis Diagnosis ‘Could Be Worse’

“Having an illness is not a competition. Comparing my illness to someone else's is dismissive and unsupportive,” says arthritis patient advocate Eileen Davidson.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jun 29

“ #RA makes me feel envy of those who can hold down a #FullTimeJob. I never thought I would miss #working so much. RA makes me feel envy of those who have the #support they need because their #disease has empathy.": buff.ly/ZaA4U7r

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The 11 Moods of Rheumatoid Arthritis — and How I’ve Learned to Cope with Them

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jun 28

“It wasn’t until I personally became #disabled that I truly grasped the concept of #ableism ..I found myself belonging to one of the largest groups frequently subjected to #prejudice.": buff.ly/LBERnjR

from @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#ChronicIllness #awareness

Navigating Life with Chronic Illness: 13 Lessons Learned

On the ninth anniversary of her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, patient advocate Eileen Davidson reflects on lessons learned.

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · Jun 17

As always, I put my presentation into a blog post. #PatientAdvocate

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From Diagnosis to Treatment: How Diagnostic Medicine Can Change Rheumatoid Arthritis Care - Chronic Eileen

Presentation at the Lab Q Con in Vancouver

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jun 17

"It might be my way of saying “Hey, don’t forget about me. I haven’t forgotten about you; I am just dealing with something at the moment.”": buff.ly/ChMNzBY

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#ChronicIllness #InvisibleIllness #DisabilitySky #ChronicPain #ChronicallyIll

Why I Post on Social Media About My Chronic illness

How sharing health struggles and wins on social media helps one patient advocate raise awareness, connect with peers, and stay motivated.

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · Jun 16

Only returned from #EULAR2025 yesterday and today I have an early morning speech to give.

The role of a #PatientAdvocate never ends, plus this is my passion, who cares about jetlag.

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · Jun 5

Who will I see at #EULAR2025 next week?

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Jun 4

“I’ve learned that what works for 1 person may not work for another, which can be hard for those without a #ChronicIllness to #understand. They might think there’s a 1-size-fits-all solution.": buff.ly/a9AtWgc

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#RA #PainManagement #NEisvoid

Social Media and Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Good and The Bad

Eileen Davidson shares her journey navigating both support and misinformation online while offering tips for finding reliable resources.

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Cheryl Crow, Arthritis Life @arthritischeryl.bsky.social · May 29

Ever been told “you’re too young to have arthritis”? Or heard that cracking your knuckles causes it? 😑

Check out ep 2 of Rheumer Has it where @chroniceileen.bsky.social & I bust the biggest myths about inflammatory arthritis.
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Rheumer Has it: Arthritis Myths, Stigmas, and Misconceptions - Arthritis Life

Listen Now: Watch Now: Summary: If you’ve ever been told you’re “too young to have arthritis,” this episode is for you! Co-hosts Cheryl & Eileen, both of whom live with rheumatoid arthritis, discuss m...

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · May 28

“Although living on #disability pay is tough, it’s taught him valuable #LifeLessons about money, hard work, and #compassion.": buff.ly/B2u2AEy

from @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#ChronicIllness #RheumatoidArthritis

Navigating Single Motherhood and Rheumatoid Arthritis

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · May 25

The road to a #RheumatoidArthritis diagnosis is frustrating & isolating. It took years of self-advocacy to finally be heard. I recently shared my journey with Health.com, alongside 2 others, to highlight these challenges.

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My Constant Pain Went Dismissed for Years—Then I Finally Got a Diagnosis

Eileen Davidson had constant pain in her hands, knees, and feet. It made work and everyday life hard. It would be five years before her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · May 25

“Before my #diagnosis I had no idea what #MentalHealthcare could offer me & how much I needed that #compassion. Not all #healthcare providers who save you are patching up wounds or prescribing medication.": buff.ly/liWfUE5

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social + @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#therapy

The 11 Moods of Rheumatoid Arthritis — and How I’ve Learned to Cope with Them

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

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Cheryl Crow, Arthritis Life @arthritischeryl.bsky.social · May 15

Check out our first episode! arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2025/05/15/i...

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · May 8

Rheum-Mates unite! Chronic Eileen and @arthritischeryl.bsky.social have teamed up to bring you Rheumer Has It, a groundbreaking podcast that tackles myths, highlights the latest research, and delivers real hope for thriving with rheumatic disease. First episode out on the 15th

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Apr 28

“it’s important to stop & understand that #arthritis is serious. Assuming “it #CouldBeWorse” may prevent people fr considering what it’s like to live with arthritis, or to learn about all the comorbidities": buff.ly/X4szvZU

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social & @chronicEileen.bsky.social
#ChronicPain

Please Stop Saying That My Arthritis Diagnosis ‘Could Be Worse’

“Having an illness is not a competition. Comparing my illness to someone else's is dismissive and unsupportive,” says arthritis patient advocate Eileen Davidson.

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CreakyJoints® @creakyjoints.bsky.social · Apr 29

"The biggest similarity between RA and OA is that they’ve both taken parts of my life that I won’t get back — a job I loved, activities I enjoyed, and simple physical freedoms." - @chroniceileen.bsky.social
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What It’s Like to Have Both Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis at Age 35

Learn what it’s like to live with both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, chronic pain conditions that affect the body in similar and different ways.

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Chronic Eileen @chroniceileen.bsky.social · Apr 20

My Dad has Multiple Myeloma, blood cancer. We found out how advanced it is tomorrow. He's looking to come back to Canada to stay with me for treatment.

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CreakyJoints® @creakyjoints.bsky.social · Apr 14

Dear self: ‘It's not going to be easy and there is no manual on how to do this but, you want to live — not just survive, right?’
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The Letter I Wish I Sent Myself the Day I Was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Read about the letter that rheumatoid arthritis patient Eileen Davidson wishes she could sent herself to read the day she was diagnosed with RA.

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CreakyJoints® @creakyjoints.bsky.social · Apr 12

NEVER say these to someone living with Rhreumatoid Arthritis!
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17 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Living with Arthritis

Patient advocate Eileen Davidson finds these all-too-common phrases rude, naive, judgmental, and unsupportive — and you may too.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Apr 11

“Living with a #ChronicIllness has also helped instill #healthy habits in my son. Because I focus on eating well, he’s learned a lot about balanced #nutrition ”: buff.ly/3BbDEXw

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social and @chroniceileen.bsky.social
#parenting #ChronicLife

Navigating Single Motherhood and Rheumatoid Arthritis

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · Apr 7

“What Google failed to prepare me for was how my #RheumatoidArthritis would affect my #mood & #MentalHealth. I wish I was more prepared for this. I wish every newly diagnosed #RA patient could be more prepared for this": buff.ly/yLmND4i

via @creakyjoints.bsky.social / @chroniceileen.bsky.social

The 11 Moods of Rheumatoid Arthritis — and How I’ve Learned to Cope with Them

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

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