The Greenbriar Little Free Library currently has a few Beverly Cleary books – but they don’t stick around long! Beverly Cleary doesn’t really want to talk about turning 100. “Go ahead and fuss,” she says of the big day, April 12. “Everyone else is.” Across the country, people are delving into Cleary nostalgia, with …
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Cushing’s
- 📞 Webinar TODAY: Size Matters: ACTH Dependent Cushing Disease and Its NuancesAre you a parent with adrenal insufficiency? If you’ve ever struggled with how to talk to your child about adrenal insufficiency, you’re not alone.
- ℹ️ Adrenal insufficiency BasicsAdrenal insufficiency is a condition where the adrenal glands don't produce enough of certain hormones, primarily cortisol and sometimes aldosterone. This disorder can be categorized into primary (Addison's disease) and secondary forms.
- 🦓 Day 23, Cushing’s Awareness ChallengeWow. That’s about all I can say. Yesterday was possibly the best day of my life since I started getting Cushing’s symptoms, and that was over 30 years ago. More than a quarter of a century of feeling exhausted, fatigued. A quarter of my life spent taking naps and sleeping.
- 📰 High Recovery Rate of Adrenal Function After Successful Surgical Treatment of Cushing’s SyndromeThe recovery rate of adrenal function after successful surgery as first-line treatment in patients with Cushing’s syndrome is high. However, it may take several months to years before recovery of adrenal function occurs. In case of early recovery of adrenal function, clinicians should be aware of a possible recurrence of Cushing’s disease.
- 📅 Adrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn, Los Angeles California, May 3Adrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn Events are one day mini-conferences located in different cities in the USA. We find great local speakers to lead sessions and give presentations about issues affecting those with adrenal insufficiency. These one day events will be packed full of opportunities giving attendees more chances to ask questions, share their […]
- ℹ️ Cushing's Disease BasicsCushing's Disease is a rare condition caused by excessive production of cortisol, a hormone essential for various bodily functions. It is a specific form of Cushing's Syndrome, where the overproduction of cortisol is due to a tumor in the pituitary gland. The condition affects 10 to 15 people per million each year, predominantly women between […]
- ✍️ Add or update Your BioPlease add your bio. Your information will help others. If anyone would like to do something for the Cushing's Awareness Challenge but you don't have (or want to have) a blog, why not consider adding your bio?
- ℹ️ Cushing's Syndrome OverviewCushing’s syndrome is a rare disorder that occurs when the body is exposed to too much cortisol. Cortisol is produced by the body and is also used in corticosteroid drugs. Cushing's syndrome can occur either because cortisol is being overproduced by the body or from the use of drugs that contain cortisol (like prednisone)…
- 🦓 Day 22, Cushing’s Awareness ChallengeThis is a tough one. Sometimes I’m in “why me” mode. Why Cushing’s? Why cancer? Unfortunately, there’s not a thing I can do about either. Cushing’s, who knows the risk factors? For kidney cancer I found out the risk factors and nearly none apply to me. So why? But why not? No particular reason why […]
- Cushing's Awareness Challenge - Day 22Steroids are my BFFs, but at the same time, they are the enemy. When I had Cushing's, steroids, whether produced from your body or taken in pill form, were the absolute worst. Now, my life depends on them. It's a hard switch to flip, and years later, still finding myself battling the need to hate […]
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- 📿 Friendship Bracelets, TodayLearn to make friendship bracelets for yourself and your friends. Local artisans will teach you the meaning behind the special knots used as well as some new design tricks.
- 😎 Register for Vacation Bible School (VBS)For potty-trained three year olds through ninth graders. Embark on an exciting journey with Road Trip VBS, based on Joshua 1:9 – "The LORD your God is with you wherever you go." Discover God's presence everywhere as we explore new places, make new friends, and experience God's goodness together. Join us in a fun-filled adventure […]
- 🧐 Brain Power, All AprilEnhance your mental fitness with “Train Your Brain” activities! Sudoku, crosswords, Color Me Happy, and word searches. Each activity is aimed at stimulating cognitive function and supporting memory improvement.
- 🐸 Froggy Friends Scavenger Hunt, All AprilFrogs and toads are hop-hop-hoping around Children’s Section for the entire month of April! Find all 10 amphibians for a prize!
- 👕 Fix It Clinic, April 26Have a broken or damaged item you’ve been looking to get repaired but it’s too costly or inconvenient? We will have fixers skilled in various types of repair available to help you bring your items back to life for FREE!
- 🖨️ Explore, Learn, and Discover Maker Lab @ Herndon, April 25At our Maker Lab, you will have access to a variety of tools and equipment, including a 3D printer, sewing & embroidery machines, Cricut & Cameo cutting machines, robotics, circuits, arts & crafts and more. Fridays until June 9
- 📆 O'Connor Music Studio CalendarUpdated daily with music and Northern Virginia events.
- 🎶 More Music OpportunitiesCalling All Musicians: Join Pender’s Vibrant Music Ministry! Are you passionate about music? Do you feel called to share your musical gifts in a community of faith? Pender is seeking talented musicians to join our vibrant Music Ministry team and contribute to our uplifting and spiritually enriching worship services!
- 🧶 Fiber Friday, April 25Calling all knitters, crocheters, and yarn enthusiasts! Join us in our Makerspace to hang out with other fiber friends and maybe learn a technique or two.
- 🌎 Earth Day Festival, April 26Spring is around the corner and Earth Day Fairfax is almost underway! Mark your calendar for Fairfax County’s largest, family-friendly Earth Day extravaganza at the Sully Historic Site on Saturday, April 26. Celebrate our world with a day filled with games, entertainment, food and hands-on crafts, exhibits and activities.