Sharon Waldrop, NBC-HWC

One year after my fibromyalgia diagnosis, I founded what was then called the Fibromyalgia Support & Education Group at St. John Macomb Hospital  — a small community meeting that eventually grew into what is now the Fibromyalgia Association , a national nonprofit serving people across the country. I never planned to start an organization. I was simply looking for answers. After my diagnosis, I quickly realized how difficult it was to find credible information, knowledgeable healthcare...

No sponsorships here—just a few of my favorite things that bring comfort, smiles, and a little extra ease to Fibro life. Though if one of these is your company… we’re always happy to chat! ;) Footwarmer - I love using this before bed—it’s part of my nightly wind-down ritual. Did you know that warming your feet before sleep can actually help your body relax and drift off more easily? (For some medical conditions, heat may not be recommended, so always check with your physician first.) My...

Menopause is a natural and normal part of women's aging. Yet, sadly it carries stigma largely because in the past it was considered taboo...