Author: Kreisler

I'm a Certified Chronic Pain Support Group Leader with U.S Pain Foundation, a Certified Caregiving Consultant in which I assist caregivers or persons with disabilities locate where to go, who to talk to or how to organize all the paperwork Involved. Along with four other caregivers we have published four books, "365 Caregiving Tips Practical Tips for Everyday Caregivers", with two available in Spanish. I am also a trifecta caregiver, I cared for my mom part time (heart disease and strokes), co-care for my brother in-law, Robert (epilepsy, mobility issues), he also lives with us, finally for myself (severe chronic low back pain) for 28 yrs. I host my own blog site, iCareTalk.net and am involved with many other sites and blogs. I have been a guest on radio shows and have moderated numerous internet shows. I am 56 yr. old, happily married (22 yrs), with two amazing daughters and an awesome son, a black labs and a large (8" dia.) turtle. I enjoy Meditation, Yoga, Photography, Art. My family (including my pets) are my past time. Namaste'
October 2019

U.S. Pain Foundation Conducting Survey on Chronic Pain

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Posted on September 19, 2019 by Ed Coghlan September is Pain Awareness Month and the country’s largest patient advocacy organization for the pain community wants to hear what you think about pain. Health Union, LLC is partnering with the U.S. Pain Foundation to conduct the Chronic Pain in America 2019 survey to get a better understanding…

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October 2019

Could a unique new fungus offer an opioid alternative?

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Published Thu 17 Oct 2019 By Maria Cohut, Ph.D.Fact checked by Paula FieldA new fungus discovered in the estuarine waters of Tasmania could be the unexpected answer to the world’s opioid crisis, a current study suggests. A fungus present in Tasmanian estuarine water may yield an effective and safe opioid alternative. Opioids — many of…

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