May 11, 2023
Invisible illnesses – illnesses with no outwardly visible signs
or symptoms – can be a frustrating and discouraging experience when
it comes to navigating healthcare as a patient. Between short
appointments, appearing outwardly healthy, and ever-changing health
insurance for those in the job market, many people have difficulty
managing chronic illnesses. What are some ways we can better manage
a chronic or invisible illness? We talk with Meghan O'Rourke,
author of The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic
Illness, about the complexities of dealing with a chronic
illness, the importance of morals in healthcare, how those of us
with illnesses can better advocate for ourselves in the doctor's
office, and how doctors can make space for diverse patient
experiences with invisible illnesses. For more information on
O'Rourke's book, visit https://meghanorourke.