I had my flu shot at the beginning instead of the tail end of flu season this year. Unfortunately, there’s…
Athena Merritt
Athena, a former journalist and Pennsylvania native, was diagnosed with sarcoidosis in 2002. She’s admittedly addicted to books, Marvel, and football. She tackles life with humor, passion and curiosity, and hopes to reach others through her writing.
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Articles by Athena Merritt
I used to be a notoriously late holiday shopper, scrambling in stores on Christmas Eve to complete my gift list…
More than 55 million people plan to travel 50 miles or more for Thanksgiving this year, according to AAA.
I’m often my own worst enemy. Last year, I decided to add some variety to my usual cardio workout. When…
Boarding an airport shuttle bus at 3 a.m. on a recent Sunday, I didn’t expect much in the way of…
For many like myself with sarcoidosis and other chronic illnesses, reducing prescription costs is an ongoing effort. As the…
Getting out of bed in the mornings has become an adventure. Even if I remember to guzzle water and rise…
Healthy eating is a year-round struggle for me, but the month of October is when temptation is at its…
At this time of year, a window opens for millions of people to find savings on their healthcare costs. Medicare’s…
I don’t cry often. So, one morning recently, as I stared out of the window at breakfast, I was surprised…