Conditions that last for a year or more and impair daily functioning are called chronic illnesses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, some of the most common include heart disease, depression, and arthritis. Living with a chronic illness can be isolating and painful, however, treatment options are available.
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276 - Ask Minaa Anything: Creating and Navigating Healthy Friendships
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“Getting people better doesn't come from scientific papers. It's about creating actionable information.”Rangan Chatterjee MD
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CAUTION: Contains swearing and themes of an adult nature.
Today’s guest has a remarkable life story which includes addiction, mental health struggles, eating disorders, guilt, shame and so much more. Bryony Gordon is a prominent mental health campaigner, a journalist and a bestse ... Show More
1h 55m