Sheryl Chan comes from Singapore, and lives with multiple chronic illnesses including Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Lupus, epilepsy and more. She aims to use her platform to raise awareness of chronic illnesses from various perspectives.
What is a Tonic Clonic Seizure? (Formerly Known as a Grand Mal Seizure)
A generalised tonic clonic seizure, formerly known as a grand mal seizure, is the stereotypical type of seizure that you see on TV (of course, it has to be the most ‘dramatic’ form). You know the scene
My ‘Normal’ is Not the Same ‘Normal’ as the Average Human Being
‘Normal’ is a most fascinating word, because no two people's ‘normal’ is ever the same. For example, feeling some sort of ailment every day is normal to me, and not feeling any pain makes it an
When You're in Pain, an Hour Can Feel Like Eternity
My eyes fluttered open. It had been a long night in the intensive care unit after my heart surgery, but now the colour beyond the windows was the saturated blue of dawn. My eyes drifted towards the clock
The Idolisation of Chronic Stress in Modern Society
Chronic stress. It is an oft-forgotten factor in the equation to good health. Often, the tolerance for it is even glorified in modern society. More emphasis is placed on diet, exercise and sleep, with stress relief as a byproduct or afterthought.
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