HEALTH NEWS
Acupressue for MS. The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation continues
its live, interactive audio/visual Internet
broadcast on Thursday, November 16, 2000,
at 2:00 p.m., ET, with 'Aupressure, Relief at your Fingertips'' presented by Dr. Bruce Eichelberger, OMD
(China), M.T.O.M., L.Ac., Dipl.Ac. &
C.H. (NCCAOM).
For over 30 years, Dr. Eichelberger
has taught
thousands of people the oriental
healing
arts. He has been an instructor
at Emperor's
College of Traditional Oriental
Medicine,
the Institute for Psycho-Structural
Balancing,
Daniel Freeman Memorial Hospital,
Resocialization
Skills, Inc., and Warner Brothers
Studios.
In his private practice, he has
treated many
people with multiple sclerosis
as well as
other chronic illnesses. Dr.
Eichelberger
developed courses in acupressure
to help
those who have an aversion to
needles and
who wanted relief from pain.
Caregivers, people with chronic illnesses
and anyone suffering from pain or discomfort
can benefit from this educational presentation.
This program can be accessed through the
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation's Web site
at: www.msfacts.org and scroll down to the event. Free real
audio can be downloaded before the live program.
Questions for Dr. Eichelberger can be e-mailed
prior to the broadcast or during the program
at: mscare@msfacts.org. Questions will be answered during the second
part of the Internet program.
This event
will also be archived on the
MSF Web site
on November 17. For those who
do not have
Internet access, the MSF Lending
Library,
(800) 441-7055, will have audiocassette
tapes
of the program.
To learn more, [ CLICK HERE ] .
SOURCE: Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
Pulmonary delivery for morphine.Clinical trials are beginning which involve
the self-administration of morphine via inhalation
with the AERx system by in-home patients
with pain due to cancer. The clinical trial
will evaluate several end points in breakthrough
cancer pain including safety, pain relief,
time-to-pain-relief and quality of life.
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 Sick Bay
In our last news letter we reported on CJ's health. She originally was diagnosed with TB, however the actual diagnosis turned out to be cancer. It progressed quite rapidly. In a telephone conversation SunE1 had with her husband on November 13, 2000, he reported that although CJ has deteriorated rapidly over the past few months.. she had was having a better day. All of us in CPSG are saddened by the potential loss of this most precious soul who gave so much of herself to our group and to each of us individually. To CJ's family we sent our love and support in the form of flowers and hope that CJ was alert enough to enjoy them.
David, CJ's husband has founded a support group for children who have a friend or family member who is suffering with cancer. Please visit this site and pass it on to anyone who might benefit. The URL is: http://www.AngelDepot.org. Thank you David for giving of yourself in this way.
Web Site Updates
Our ChronicPainSupport.org site has been updated as well as the Sun-E-Cards site. There are now new get well and friendship cards, as well as a good start for the upcoming holidays,
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GROUP NEWS
Thanks for everything, Rich!
After working tirelessly for almost two years
as the Co-leader of CPSG, Rich
decided to
step down. His decision, although
a great loss for CPSG, was a good one
for his wife Patty, and daughters Krista and
Jen. We're very grateful that Rich is not leaving CPSG, just the Co-Leader position. He'll be spending his time on the most worthy of causes, His family.
Rich was the first member of CPSG back when it opened it's doors on December 8, 1998. He quickly asked 'What can I do to help?' His tireless efforts from those first days have helped to make CPSG what it is today.
Rich, our hat's are off to you for your values
and for the gift of your time you gave to
us for so long, and thank you to Patty, Krista, and Jen for sharing you with us!
New CPSG Co-Leader & Moderators
RaggedyAnne agreed to take on
the role of
CPSG Co-Leader, following Rich's
resignation.
RaggedyAnne has been part of our group since March 1999, she's encouraged us all with her drive to re-enter the workforce. She is studying to become a medical transcriber. With each obstacle, she found a way to overcome and will soon be graduating.
Even with her heavy school load, family responsibilities and living with daily pain, Annie volunteered to become a moderator. She quickly volunteered for not only one chat but to also take on the special topic of Back Pain. Her dedication to CPSG and caring for others made it easy to select her as a candidate for the vacated Co-leader position. We were all pleased that she accepted the position. Thank you Annie!!
New Moderators!!
This month three members were asked and accepted to take on the role of moderator. This isn't an easy task, it takes a lot of practice to be able to keep up with our fast paced chats, welcome new members, support those who are having a bad time, and keep the chats enjoyable and fun all at the same time.
We thank, DonSims, MaggieAngel, and Peg(Pabner) for agreeing to take on these duties. Please thank them the next time you see them in chat. They & all the other moderators help us to keep CPSG a safe and fun place to receive support.
Chronic Pain Book Store &
Two books recommended since the last news
letter. If you're interested in purchasing
these books, click on the image & buy
them from our book store and help defer the
costs of maintaining the CPSG WebSite (please
read our Sponsorship & Funding Sources Policy).
 Love, Medicine & Miracles:
Lessons Learned about Self-Healing from a Surgeon's Experience with Exceptional Patients
by: Bernie S. Siegel
Price: $12.50 soft cover.
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Useful Resources
. An online handbook which outlines
the
steps for applying for SSD.
A must read
for anyone planning on applying
for disability.
. A listing of local organizations
to help you in a time of extreme crisis when someone is having thoughts of suicide. Please visit this site and book mark it so that you have it if/when someone you know may need it. Many with chronic pain
have thoughts of suicide from time to time.. please seek help
immediately if you have an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness.
. We have our very own list of resources always available for you.. just a click away.
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Editor: SunE1 (aka Sunny One)
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