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Find your community at www.inspire.com. 💙 Inspire is the vital community that supports patients, advances the understanding of the patient journey, and drives breakthroughs in pharmaceutical research. Join our two-million-member online support community at www.inspire.com.

07/22/2025

Living with Graves' disease can come with a lot of questions.
That’s why we created this free toolkit—to help you better understand your condition, manage symptoms, and find community support.

✨ You don’t have to do it alone.
👥 Join our Graves' Disease support community and explore the full toolkit today: https://www.inspire.com/health/graves-disease-awareness-month-toolkit/

07/21/2025

🚨 Two incredible chances to get real answers from top medical experts — happening this week on Inspire!

🦋 Living with Graves’ Disease?
Dr. Mark Lupo, Founder and Medical Director of the Thyroid & Endocrine Center, and Kimberly Dorris, Executive Director & CEO of the Graves’ Disease & Thyroid Foundation, are here to answer your questions about what to expect over time.
👉 Ask your question here: https://ow.ly/gC7Y50WrSux

🧠 Navigating Glioblastoma as a patient or caregiver?
Dr. Ankush Bhatia, Assistant Professor and Section Head of Neuro-oncology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine is tackling your toughest questions—from treatment decisions to day-to-day care.
👉 Ask your question here: https://ow.ly/FR2550WrSuw

🗓️ Both sessions run July 21–25, so don’t wait!

Join your community. Ask what’s on your mind. Get real support from real experts.

07/17/2025

IBS and IBD: What’s the Difference?
They sound similar, but they’re not the same.
IBS and IBD can share some symptoms—but their causes, treatments, and long-term impacts are very different.

If you’re confused, you’re not alone. This quick guide breaks it down in plain language so you can better understand what’s going on with your body—or support someone who’s living with it.
🔗 Read more: https://www.inspire.com/resources/ulcerative-colitis/difference-ibs-ibd/

07/16/2025

👏 Big congratulations to our partners at the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research for helping make clinical trial participation more accessible to patients and caregivers through the Champions for Change – PTO Initiative!

As one of several organizations supporting this effort, FSR helped advocate for paid time off to take part in medical research—a powerful step toward making trials more equitable and inclusive.

Because illness doesn’t wait for your schedule to clear—and research shouldn’t only be an option for those who can afford time off.

We’re proud to see partners like FSR pushing for real change.

Read the full press release: https://www.newswise.com/articles/champions-for-change-paid-time-off-initiative-just-made-clinical-trials-participation-easier/?sc=rsla

07/14/2025

“What brings you to Inspire?”

Everyone’s journey here looks a little different.
Maybe you’re navigating a new diagnosis. Maybe you’re supporting someone you love. Maybe you're just looking for real answers from real people who’ve been there.

What brought you to Inspire?

👇 Share your story below—or explore condition-specific communities at Inspire.com and find your people.

07/11/2025

Getting a prostate cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming—but you're not alone. 💙

From navigating side effects to staying mentally strong, here are 4 tips for living well with prostate cancer, straight from people who’ve been there.

📖 Read the full article in our Prostate Cancer Resource Center: https://www.inspire.com/resources/prostate-cancer/tips-living-with-pc/

07/09/2025

Think you know colorectal cancer?
Let’s clear up a few common myths that could be standing in the way of early detection and better care.
Swipe through the facts—and share with someone who might need a reminder.

👉 And if you’re living with colorectal cancer, you’re not alone. Join others who get it in our free online support community: https://www.inspire.com/groups/colorectal-cancer/

07/07/2025

Endometriosis isn’t just “bad cramps.”
It’s months (or years) of being dismissed. It’s missed work, canceled plans, unexplained fatigue, and pain that doesn’t let up—even when you’re told “everything looks normal.”

You’re not being dramatic. You’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone.

Inspire’s Endometriosis Community is a place for real talk, shared experiences, and support from people who actually get what you’re going through.

👉 Come join the conversation: https://www.inspire.com/groups/endometriosis/

07/03/2025

Itchy, flaky, painful skin—but no clear diagnosis?
You’re not alone. For many people, getting answers takes years.

In our latest article, Inspire members share how they finally got diagnosed with eczema or psoriasis—and what they’ve learned about managing symptoms, finding the right treatment, and advocating for their care.

👉 Whether you're newly diagnosed or still searching for answers, their stories might help you find yours: https://www.inspire.com/resources/psoriasis/eczema-vs-psoriasis-diagnosis-and-treatment/

07/01/2025

Parkinson’s is more than tremors.
Many people experience symptoms like fatigue, sleep issues, and mood changes—sometimes long before a diagnosis. These non-motor symptoms can be isolating, especially when others don’t understand what you’re going through.

That’s why spaces for real connection matter. In our Parkinson’s Community, members talk openly about all the ups and downs—from treatments to mental health to just getting through the day.

💬 If you're looking for a place where people really get it, we’re here: https://www.inspire.com/groups/parkinsons-disease/

06/25/2025

It’s not just a headache.
Migraine is a complex neurological condition that can derail your entire day—or week.

⚡ Piercing pain
🤢 Nausea
🔦 Light and sound sensitivity
🧠 Brain fog and fatigue

And yet, people with migraine are often told to “just push through it.”

If you’ve ever felt dismissed or misunderstood, you’re not alone.
💬 What’s something you wish people understood about migraine?
Explore treatment options and ways real people manage life with chronic migraine: https://www.inspire.com/resources/migraine/exploring-treatment-options-for-chronic-migraines/

06/24/2025

Sometimes it starts with little things:
💬 Repeating the same story
🧭 Getting turned around in a familiar neighborhood
💵 Unopened bills or strange purchases
😶 Pulling away from friends or favorite activities

If you’re noticing these changes in someone you love, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
It’s okay to ask questions. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed.

💜 Connect with other caregivers who understand what you’re going through—because support makes a difference. https://www.inspire.com/groups/alzheimers-foundation-of-america/

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