Hello friends --It's September. WHAT!?!?!  I know. I can't believe it either.  But - it is!!  I LOVE this time of year - when the heat starts to dial down and the leaves start to change colors.  Ok - we've got stuff to get to so - let's get to it:1.  In less than one week (next Monday, September 13th to be exact), the Patients Getting Paid membership community will open it's doors for our Founding Members Launch.  What does that mean? Well - if you're interested in meeting, networking and collaborating with others in the chronic illness community - and learning how to find and create remote work that allows you to take better care of your health - you should definitely join ASAP. The FML will only last for 1 week and it will be the lowest price it will EVER be - and your membership price will be frozen at the low cost ($19 per month) even when it reaches the estimated price level of $99 per month.  Want to learn more and get on the wait list to be among the first to be allowed inside?? Go here: Patients Getting Paid2.  "There's still a lot of stigma around mental health, especially for men. I hope that sharing my experiences will help others to open up and get the help they need."  My Mental Health Journey as a Man Living with MS3.  The good news is that anyone can increase their cognitive skills at any point, and investing in cognitive health is not only fun, but the payoff is rewarding. The key to creating cognitive resilience is to look for activities that are challenging and new.  10 Fun Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp with MS4.  What's it like living through the COVID-19 pandemic with a chronic illness?? (you know, don't you?) Healthline community members share their experiences of living through the COVID-19 pandemic with a chronic condition:  8 Reflections on Life with a Chronic Condition During the Pandemic5.  Cog fog.  Most of us deal with it. Here is a list of the 6 best evidence-based supplements for brain fog.  6 Best Evidence-Based Supplements for Brain Fog6.  Moderate-to-severe bowel dysfunction was detected in 14.5% of adult people with multiple sclerosis (MS), an Italian study reports. The prevalence of bowel dysfunction was increased in women and in patients with progressive forms of MS, higher disability, older age, and longer disease duration.  Moderate-to-severe Bowel Problems Found in 14.5% of PatientsWell - that's all folks.  Hope you learned something in this newsletter.  If you find it helpful - please - share it with others!!  The more the merrier!!  Warmly -- Kathy#FUMSP.S.  Don't forget to get on the waiting list for the Patients Getting Paid membership community. You can learn what all will be included AND join the list here: Patients Getting Paid  *The best pricing will be for a very limited time.  Be sure you're on the list!!

Sometimes it helps the stress, just to say "F-U-M-S"