How I Took My First Step in Spreading ALS Awareness
Like many newly diagnosed ALS patients, I was overwhelmed by the steep learning curve of finding out more about…
Articles by Dagmar Munn
How We’ll Find That Perfect Ending to the ALS Story
Last week, I caught up with a friend I hadn’t seen in a while. After we chatted a bit about…
Friends Don’t Tell Friends How to Cure Their Disease
It all began as one of those typical online interactions when someone reaches out and asks for help. A gentleman…
How ‘Self-care Minis’ Help Me Through a Busy Day
I’m always on the lookout for self-care strategies that help me cope and live with my ALS. Recently, I added…
My COVID-19 Vaccine Included a Shot of Positive Attitude
Although I was smack in the middle of a vast parking lot and surrounded by a hundred strangers, I felt…
How I Live With Gravity, Coincidence, and ALS
I’ll admit that during my high school days, when our studies turned toward physics, I didn’t pay much attention. Gravity,…
With Clinical Trial Criteria, We’re Stuck on the Outside, Looking In
“Have you ever participated in clinical trials?” That’s a common question among ALS patients. What’s my standard answer? “It’s complicated.
Echo! Can You Understand Me, Now?
Last week, I stepped onto my soapbox (mine has special safety handrails) and voiced my opinion about an issue that’s…
Lessons I Learned From My AFOs
I’m happy to announce I’ve finally resolved a love-hate relationship — with my AFOs. It took persistence, but I can…
Positive Rituals and My Evolving Morning Routine
Ten years ago, if you had asked me how I was feeling when I woke up in the morning, I…