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Have you face discrimination after diagnosed with ataxia?

Started by Charmaine in General 1 hour ago. 0 Replies

This is a question deep down in my heart.Unfortunately I got such kind of "friends".When I was suspected with ataxia, I was shocked and almost collapsed.  During the time of waiting  genetic test result, I called my friends and shared my feelings,…Continue

Have you had genetic testing for ataxia done?

Started by MissCake2 in General. Last reply by Charmaine 1 hour ago. 50 Replies

I'm just curious about those of you who have had the genetic testing for ataxia done... What made your doctor decide to do a genetic test?  Is it expensive?  Did insurance cover it?  I have been diagnosed with Gluten Ataxia, but it still doesn't add…Continue

It Helps to Hear Peoples Advice

Started by Lori in General. Last reply by Kati 1 hour ago. 7 Replies

I am 51 with Ataxia that is getting worse with age. It helps so much to hear other people's stories. I Thank all of you for sharing. I was starting to crawl in a hole till I found this sight. I try so hard to keep my head up!Continue

Requesting information

Started by fc in General. Last reply by Jeannie Ball 15 hours ago. 12 Replies

I was diagnosed with ATAXIA (SCA) in January.  I am facing many limitations, like miobility and loss of balance, falling down and hitting my head.  Furthertmore,  I am looking for  a job and when they see my disability, they just saY:  "You hear…Continue

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Charmaine posted a discussion

Have you face discrimination after diagnosed with ataxia?

This is a question deep down in my heart.Unfortunately I got such kind of "friends".When I was…See More
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Charmaine replied to MissCake2's discussion Have you had genetic testing for ataxia done?
"Just trying to think outside the box..... It is what medical scientists concluded that ataxia is a…"
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Kati replied to Lori's discussion It Helps to Hear Peoples Advice
"Hi I have an extremely rare form connected to my thyroid not working from birth,  We suspect…"
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Lori replied to MissCake2's discussion Have you had genetic testing for ataxia done?
"You are so correct. People could be the first of heredity ataxia. "
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Steph posted a status
"It's my first time posssting. I do not know the ladys name who menssion some trips that she could send to people I am intrested."
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Jeannie Ball replied to fc's discussion Requesting information
"Depending on what line of work you were in before have you thought about contacting a recruter or a…"
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John "JC" Colyer posted a blog post

Something I never thought I’d say!!

Something I never thought I’d say!!Having a disability has different dimensions of struggle:1.…See More
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Armando Abrero commented on Marty's blog post Ataxia Friends
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1 It Helps to Hear Peoples Advice

It Helps to Hear Peoples Advice

Posted by Lori on May 26, 2012

2 Requesting information

Requesting information

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3 Have you face discrimination after diagnosed with ataxia?

Have you face discrimination after diagnosed with ataxia?

Posted by Charmaine on May 28, 2012

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Something I never thought I’d say!!

Posted by John "JC" Colyer on May 27, 2012 at 8:45am 1 Comment

Something I never thought I’d say!!

Having a disability has different dimensions of struggle:

1. physical 

2. Emotional/ Mental

3. Everything else!

Its most times…

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Meet Sam Bridgman

Posted by Armando Abrero on May 27, 2012 at 8:10am 0 Comments

Meet Sam Bridgman, a 21 year-old junior finance major at University of Portland. He is a native of Seattle, where he grew up like any sports loving boy but more partial with baseball and basketball until he started showing signs of being ill. At…

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Ataxia Friends

Posted by Marty on May 27, 2012 at 7:58am 1 Comment

I would like to say a big Salamat(Thank You),to all the filipino friends who help out on this online group.My wife is a filipina,and i know that to be a good carer takes total dedication.It can be difficult sometimes for the carers,friends and…

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Feeling Complete Despite Ataxia

Posted by Armando Abrero on May 27, 2012 at 2:35am 0 Comments

Be prepared for some heart warming. 

Sam Bridgman shares how the feeling of love makes him complete while coping with Friedrich Ataxia. Click on link below to watch the…

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