This week I am talking with Dave Giugno, about his vestibular journey with Meniere’s Disease which ultimately led him to a left sided labyrinthectomy. His symptoms began Christmas Eve 2014 and became chronic in 2018. Prior to his vestibular journey he sang baritone in the church choir and was an avid photographer. He has turned a hobby of video editing into a passion project for Menieres patients on his YouTube Vlog titled “Meniere’s Disease Warrior”. He shares openly about his day to day life with this disease. He is also the cofounder of two groups on FaceBook, Meniere’s and Vertigo without Borders and Meniere’s and Vertigo with Christian borders. His wife began the support group Partners of Meniere's and Vertigo without Borders, which is directed more to the significant others and partners of loved ones with these vestibular disorders.

Dave has found living with Meniere’s has given more patience and has also allowed him to watch his youngest son grow. He is thankful for so much in life and loves bringing awareness to these disorders.

If you would like more information on vestibular disorder's please visit  VeDA (Vestibular Disorders Association). Here you will find more information on balance disorders, diagnosis, treatment, medical professionals, support groups, even a new patient tool kit and so much more. It has been an amazing resource.

If you would like to connect with Dave, please find him at YouTube Vlog titled “Meniere’s Disease Warrior”. 

If you would like to connect with myself Heather Davies, please feel free to reach out to me via email [email protected] or find me on Instagram.  If you or someone you know has an inspiring vestibular journey, I would love to speak with them, please direct message me and let's connect!  Thank you so much for being here.