E208: Laura and Sharon published a book about Dysautonomia!

E208: Laura and Sharon published a book about Dysautonomia!

Author: Standing Up to POTS, Inc. June 5, 2024 Duration: 40:49
Laura and Sharon became great friends while they supported one another through dysautonomia and related conditions.  Between Laura's writing experience, Sharon's nursing career, and their joint ability to find the humor in every situation, they decided to help others by writing The Dysautonomia Diary:  Essays and Tips for Enjoying Life Despite Chronic Illness.  Their book has a foreword by Dr. Blair Grubb and is available here on Amazon.  If you liked this episode, we hope you will click subscribe so that you don't miss an episode. If you are so moved, donations are accepted to help to support our production costs  https://www.standinguptopots.org/donate Tell us what you think of The POTScast or send us your idea at info@standinguptopots.org! Find out more about Standing Up to POTS! Check us out on our Website: www.standinguptopots.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/standinguptopots/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standinguptopots/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/POTSActivist Pintrest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheStandingUpToPOTS/ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to serve as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health related issues, please contact a qualified health professional to get the personalized assessment, advice, and treatment that you need. Standing Up to POTS will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising from the use of this podcast.

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