Traveling with Abililty
Who knew that traveling between each other’s homes would bring two survivors together in such a meaningful way.
Remembering the Beatles
The nurses rolled all the stretchers and wheelchairs as close as they could around the small TV. We all went wild when the Beatles sang their number one song, “I Want to Hold Your Hand.” It was a welcome reprieve from our pain and the long recovery we all had to endure.
Nemesis by Philip Roth
“Nemesis is a powerful book, one that will stay with you for some time. Roth’s sentence structure and ability to bring his hometown of Newark to life in 1944 is uncannily skillful and masterful and is why I included so many quotes from the book.”
By Pamela Sergey
“One woman’s story of agony shows why childhood immunizations are so crucial” Ina Pinkney
“I was always the outsider,” she said. “I was always the kid that ate alone.” Other kids referred to her as the “crippled girl.” Leana S. Wen for the Washington Post
Who Helps Those Who are Experiencing Post-Polio Conditions? (Video)
Who Helps Those Who are Experiencing Post-Polio Conditions? (Polio Australia Video)
The Crucial Role Of Vaccines As We Age
Vaccinations play a pivotal role in safeguarding older adults.
Our ability to fight off infections and maintain our immune system declines as we age. None of us should rely on rumors, misinformation and conspiracy theories spread on social media, friends, and others.
Rena (Martha L.) DeRosa: An Informed and Grateful Polio Survivor
“I HAD polio and now I’m living with the late effects of that terrible virus. There’s no denying it. “
Dylan’s Big Surprise at the Doctor
“We really liked this book. It was upbeat and made us feel good. We know we are still young, but this book showed us that feeling comfortable at the doctors, dentists, etc., has a big effect on you. They want you to feel safe. “
By Avery and Ariana
The Germ Patrol
“There are three reasons I thought The Germ Patrol would help kids get over their fear of vaccines. It gives a lot of interesting facts about how the Germ Patrol goes through your body and gets the viruses out. It is very funny.”
By Colin