This post brought to you by last week’s news of the possible closure of a local health clinic, one that focuses on serving patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Also by the recovery of a blood patch procedure that I never want to experience again. One of the things that doesn't seem to be talked … Continue reading Autism and Medical Access
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Autism and Healthcare
Don't neglect our healthcare because you think it's "just the autism" or "anxiety." Attributing everything to our autism is dangerous - and can even be deadly. Not every health issue we have is “just autism.” A personal example: A few years ago, my caregiver and I went to my primary doctor for an urgent appointment.I … Continue reading Autism and Healthcare
Revisions
Another backlog post from December 2023, because I forgot it was in my drafts. Oops. Content note for medical/surgery things: Once again, I recently had surgery to revise my sacral nerve stimulator. Turns out the battery somehow managed to flip sideways - which was not pleasant. Other than being allergic to an adhesive, the operation … Continue reading Revisions
What to Expect in Medical Emergencies and First Aid: An Overview
Important note: The PowerPoint presentation I am posting is not mine. However, I was given permission to post it by the President of the organization (thank you Caroline!), as they thought it would be beneficial to share. Helpful post time! Our Neurodiversity Club partnered with the university's student emergency medicine and response organization (EM/ERGE). They … Continue reading What to Expect in Medical Emergencies and First Aid: An Overview
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