Yashira Tirado had been having trouble breathing on and off for several years, which her doctors thought might be adult-onset asthma. She started feeling muscle pain and fatigue. Yashira thought,…
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Long-time Friends Find Humor and Purpose in Difficult Journey
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the millions of Americans who provide essential care for loved ones. TMA recognizes with gratitude these generous…
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A Story of Discovery and Success…So Far
By Bryan Gilbrech I was diagnosed at 28 years old in 1996 while I was in the Army. It started with what I call a benign pain in my right buttock that…
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My First MyoCon
By Dorothy Vetrano When I joined TMA a few years ago, I had heard about their annual conferences, but I was reluctant to attend. Maybe it was because I thought…
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Pushing for an Answer
By Darlene Butler Throughout my nursing career, I worked with many physicians and providers. Most were kind, helpful, and patient centered. Occasionally, I would encounter a provider that didn’t give…
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