It’s hard to focus on anything other than the COVID-19 outbreak happening around the world. News reports share grim…
Articles by Charlene Marshall
Like my readers on Pulmonary Fibrosis News, I’m doing my best to stay abreast of the global COVID-19 outbreak.
I am writing this from seat 17A on a flight home from California. I see nothing but fluffy white clouds…
Since being diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) nearly four years ago, I’ve learned a lot about chronic illness communities.
I am a believer in the power of sharing stories. I believe that our narratives can shape and inspire others.
I believe we all have an innate desire to feel connected with one another. It doesn’t matter whether that connection…
As I write this, I have been living with a rare disease for 1,413 days. On April 7, 2016,…
When thinking of chronic lung conditions, you may visualize the use of supplemental oxygen or a person struggling with physically…
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a cruel disease. Characterized by progressive scarring in the lungs that prevents oxygenation, IPF slowly…
Have you ever had to persuade yourself to do something? I often negotiate with myself to complete tasks I don’t…