Name that Chronic Illness
This skin condition causes red, itchy patches that can appear on the face, arms, or inside the elbows and knees.
What is Eczema?
This award-winning singer was diagnosed with Lupus, an autoimmune disease that can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs. She has been open about her health struggles.
Who is Selena Gomez?
This is a common treatment for managing diabetes, involving monitoring blood sugar levels. What is it?
What is insulin therapy?
This system includes the heart and blood vessels and is impacted by conditions like heart disease and hypertension. What is it?
What is the cardiovascular system?
People with chronic illnesses often experience this feeling, which can limit their ability to work, exercise, or engage in social activities. What is it?
What is fatigue?
This chronic neurological condition causes recurrent, unprovoked seizures, which can vary in severity and often require medication management. What is it?
What is epilepsy?
This pop star has battled Lyme disease, which has affected his health significantly. Who is he?
Who is Justin Bieber?
A balanced diet and regular exercise are key components in managing this chronic condition. What is it?
What is obesity?
This primarily affects the system which includes bones, joints, and muscles.
What is the musculoskeletal system?
What is a common treatment for managing asthma symptoms?
What is the use of inhalers?
This event occurs when the blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, causing damage to brain cells, and can result in loss of motor function, speech, or cognitive abilities. What is it?
What is a stroke?
This famous singer has shared his experience living with Type 1 Diabetes, a condition where the body doesn’t produce insulin, and he uses an insulin pump to manage it.
Who is Nick Jonas?
This treatment is often prescribed to individuals with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, menopause, or other hormone imbalances to restore hormone levels and alleviate symptoms.
What is hormone therapy?
This term describes diseases where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells, such as in lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. What is it?
What is autoimmune disease?
Individuals with BPD may face this daily struggle, which can lead to self-harm or impulsive behaviors as a way to cope with intense emotions.
What is difficulty regulating emotions?
This neurological disorder affects memory and cognitive function, often seen in older adults.
What is Alzheimer's disease?
This actress has multiple sclerosis and has been open about her journey with the disease. Who is she?
Who is Christina Applegate?
This lifestyle change is strongly recommended to individuals with COPD to improve lung health and prevent further damage.
What is quitting smoking?
This type of disorder occurs when the body has difficulty processing food and converting it to energy, often leading to conditions like diabetes or obesity.
What is a metabolic disorder?
This daily challenge for people with chronic respiratory conditions like COPD or asthma often involves avoiding irritants like smoke or strong odors
What is avoiding environmental triggers?
This condition leads to the progressive breakdown of joint cartilage, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness, particularly in weight-bearing joints. What is it?
What is osteoarthritis?
This rapper, known for hits like "Lollipop" and "A Milli," has been open about his struggles with epilepsy and how it has impacted his life.
Who is Lil Wayne?
This surgical treatment for Parkinson's disease involves implanting electrodes in the brain, which send electrical impulses to help reduce symptoms like tremors and rigidity. What is it?
What is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)?
This system is responsible for transmitting signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body.
What is the neurological system?
This sleep-related symptom, common in fibromyalgia, often results in waking up feeling unrefreshed despite getting a full night's sleep.
What is sleep disturbance/insomnia?