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August 2009

College student gets $100k grant to develop diabetes iPhone app (8/25/2009)

Princeton University junior Matthew Connor got frustrated seeing his pals working so hard to chart their diabetes stats, so he did what any of us would LOVE to do: he won a $100,000 grant to develop an iPhone app to manage it all. Rock!

Fresh today: Podcast about overcoming self-defeating behaviors (8/25/2009)

Editrix Jenni has spoken about this topic before...and this Podcast edition has new tips and fresh ideas. Have a listen!

Grand Rounds @ The Examining Room of Dr. Charles (8/25/2009)

Is it just us, or does that blog title sound like an Edgar Allen Poe story? Anyhoo, the doc does an awesome job this week of hosting Grand Rounds, Old-School Style. Good reading, Babes!

Things you should not say to someone who is sick (8/20/2009)

A MUST-READ: Kerri Morrone Sparline of Six Until Me writes eloquently today about how NOT to speak to someone who's sick, specifically with diabetes (but the advice fits all of us ChronicBabes). Editrix Jenni saw some of this bad behavior firsthand at BlogHer last month with Kerri and was appalled! This is a great post to forward to friends and learn from.

Back to School with Grand Rounds @ Invisible Illness Week Blog (8/18/2009)

National Invisible Illness Week is coming soon, and we're gearing up with a gorgeous Grand Rounds at the project's blog. Lisa Copen did a great job taking us "back to school" this week...thanks for all the great info, Babe!

Oh, how we adore these shoes (8/18/2009)

Editrix Jenni is a bit addicted to Naot shoes, so much so that the company sent her a couple pairs to try out and review. The other day she wrote about the Valerie sandals at Barking Dog Shoes, our fave shoe resource. Gorgeous and comfy! What's not to like?

BlogHer makes health care sexy! (8/14/2009)

Or at least, tries to. After participating in an incredible meeting with Valerie Jarrett, senior advisor to President Obama, Editrix Jenni didn't know how BlogHer would follow up...but she's thrilled to announce some awesome tools are being offered. Get educated and involved, Babes!

Laurie Edwards on relationships and illness (8/14/2009)

For anyone who has someone who cares for them (that's basically all of us!) this is a must-read: Laurie Edwards on Syngergy (in an unexpected way).

Cranky parents may increase kids' risk of asthma (8/10/2009)

A new study by the University of Southern California, reported by the BBC, shows that stressed out parents may increase the risk for asthma in kids. No blame here, Babes, but something to think about, all you ChronicMamas.

Take an allergy survey and get a $10 amazon gift certificate (8/10/2009)

Courtesy of WeGoHealth, take this allergy survey and get a $10 Amazon gift certificate for your time.

Thyroid issues? Teenager? We want you! (8/9/2009)

Well, Dear Thyroid does anyway. I mean, we love you, but THEY have an awesome opportunity for you to share your experience and help others like you. Check it out! Your story could really make a difference.

The National Fibromyalgia Association is on Facebook! (8/8/2009)

Check out the National Fibromyalgia Association's Facebook page and become a fan. Wonder who else is on Facebook? If you want us to post a link to your organization's page, let us know.

Do you have fibromyalgia? Are you a professional writer? We need you! (8/7/2009)

Editrix Jenni has a special project cooking, and she's looking for a professional writer who's also a woman with fibromyalgia. If you're interested, shoot Jenni an email with "fibro writer" in the subject line.

Our hearts are all a-flutter (8/7/2009)

anatomical heart pendant We simply adore this anatomical heart pendant necklace by goodEGG industries. Now, who wants to buy it for Editrix Jenni? Wink wink...

Oh my goodness! Your Editrix has been on vacation... (8/7/2009)

...and that's why it's been so quiet. You know where it HASN'T been quiet? The Forum! We're almost at 200 members; hop on over and see what it's all about. Join the conversation! We think you'll love it.

Fibromyalgia and intimacy: What's your question? (8/7/2009)

We almost forgot about this resource Editrix Jenni created for HealthyWomen.org: Fibromyalgia and Intimacy Q&A. Maybe it will answer some of your questions. If not, why not try posting a question on the ChronicBabe Forum?

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