Danielle "Dani" Liptak

How is the healthcare where you live? Do people travel to your city for the hospitals or doctors? Is there a long wait time to see specialists, or long waits in the emergency rooms? Have you thought about moving somewhere with better healthcare?

I live close to Durham, North Carolina, which has Duke Medical, it is about two hours away. Duke is…[Read more]

Do you have a favorite superhero, either from childhood or now?

My favorite superhero has always been Wonder Woman. I love the story created about her and her life with the amazons. I am also very excited for the new movie coming out in June

Have you heard of Reiki? Reiki is a form of alternative medicine called energy healing. Reiki practitioners use a technique called palm healing or hands-on healing through which a “universal energy” is said to be transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the patient to encourage emotional or physical healing.

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Do you enjoy watching award shows? The Emmys, Acadamy Awards, the Oscars? Which are your favorites? What do you enjoy about them?

If you have been degenerating over the years, have you had to change your furniture to accommodate? If you had low kitchen table chairs, did you need higher? If the couch was too low, did you switch to a recliner? What kind of furniture have you had to change since your diagnosis?

I recently watched a documentary called “Game Changer,” it was about plant-based diets. The next one I am planning to watch is “The 13th”. It explores the history of racial inequality in the United States.

What do you look for in a documentary? Do you have some favorites? Have you researched after watching a documentary? Did it change your life…[Read more]

Do you have a favorite comedian? Laughter is the best medicine they say. Who makes you laugh?

I saw Robin Williams in Washington, DC, it was a fantastic show, and I laughed the whole time. I enjoy Kevin Hart, Katt Williams, and Iliza Shlesinger.

There are many comedy specials on Netflix to watch. Do you prefer to watch comedians or see them live?

Do you have a favorite fast-food delivery system where you live? Such as Jimmy John’s (a sandwich delivery company) or do you use GrubHub? When do you use food delivery services? Have you always received the correct meal?

Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis. Do you take any of the recommended medications for osteoporosis? Prolia? Forteo? Any side effects? Are they effective? And how about supplements, such as Calcium and Vitamin D? Any other recommendations?

Have you been following the fires in Australia? Do you wonder what happens with people with disabilities during evacuations? Check out this story: What it’s like to experience a bushfire evacuation while living with a disability.

Have you ever evacuated because of a fire? What was your experience?

How often do you feel pain from your MD? On a scale of 1 through 10, what is your daily pain? Are you able to accomplish tasks despite your illness? Do you have to plan your day around your pain? How do you relieve it?

Since it is the new year and we have many new members, please feel free to share your story here! If you have any questions, please reach out to us! Have a great day!