Fighting Another Cold While Managing ALS
This time around, I really, really tried not to let it happen. But it did. I washed my…
Articles by Dagmar Munn
3 ALS News Items to Note: Exercise, a Documentary, and a Love Story
I don’t know about your email inbox, but mine often overflows with news alerts. I can usually buzz…
My ALS Hero: Stephen Hawking
For a man whose passion involved solving the mysteries of the universe, Stephen Hawking remained a mystery to…
My Week Living by the Numbers
I recently volunteered to participate in the Precision Medicine Program (PMP) of the ALS Therapy Development…
With ALS, Self-care Is Vital for Well-being
As a newly diagnosed ALS patient attending an ALS clinic, I received a packet filled with various…
Tap into Your Inner Astronaut for Resilience
What do we have in common with an astronaut who is trying to survive while stranded…
Making a New Friend with Help from a Boogie Board
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend a fun, social, gala event. Even though the occasion was…
Learning How to Speak (and Breathe) with Ease
Last month, I read a blog post from the ALS Association that made me sit up and…
How to Coach the Coach: Make It a Sandwich
Quality caregiving and care-accepting depend on effective communication between parties. It’s a delicate balancing act, especially when…
Time Matters
Among the many challenges I experienced during my early months with ALS was its effect on my perception…