New Beginnings in The New Year

Hey There! Happy New Year!

I so hope your enjoying the new year, and many blessings are headed your way this year!

I have a few VERY exciting things to report:

1.) As I mentioned in my summer post, that I realized didn't post until now I FINALLY was able to get GH prescribed and covered by Insurance!  I have been on it for about 10 months now.  After the first 5 or 6 months I really started noticing changes and then after a couple months I reached a plateau.  Figuring out the dosage and managing the hormones is such a huge task, but one I am grateful to have to opportunity to do!!

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2) The EPIC Foundation (epictogether.org) has launched and not only am I the Person of the month this month, but I was asked to work for them as Lead Advocacy Specialist!  I could not be more thrilled for this opportunity!

If you are looking for a great place to get recent and up to date information on Cushings and other Invisible Chronic Illnesses, or looking for a place to help advocate for you and your health! Please think about becoming a member, not only will you be giving back to the Community that suffers from Chronic Illness you will meet many great people who will help you in many ways as well offer you support.  One thing we want you to know at EPIC is you are NOT alone!

I will update more soon as I have an appointment with my Endocrinologist in Milwaukee.  I am hoping to get more answers and better coverage for some symptoms that still remain.

Thank you for following, check back soon!


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