Most of society thinks of grief in the context of a loved one’s death. However, people with chronic…
Charlene Marshall
Charlene Marshall is a fiercely independent 30-something-year-old who can’t sit still. She loves coffee, wine tasting, playing with her dog, and spending time on the beach with her family. She’s a lover of all things travel, and never passes up an opportunity for a dip in the ocean! A proud Canadian, Charlene was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in 2016 after 13 months of investigation into sudden shortness of breath, a chronic cough, and unusual fatigue. IPF has forced her to slow down, but she’s slowly learning the value of quality versus quantity in everything she does.
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Articles by Charlene Marshall
With the holiday season upon us, the social gatherings have begun. An unofficial start to the holidays for…
With November coming to a close, I look forward to sharing with you the things I am grateful…
When I was growing up, friends, family members, and teachers would tease me about my “fear of missing…
Before my idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) diagnosis in early 2016, I was oblivious to the importance of caring…
It’s no secret that chronic illness complicates the lives of patients, regardless of the disease. While illnesses have…
Lately, I have been taking what feels like an excessive number of sick days, both from work and…
Since I was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in April 2016, I have enjoyed connecting with other…
As I reflect on this past month, I am happy to share that October has been filled with…
As news of a life-threatening illness diagnosis makes rounds in a community, it is common for people to…