FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The Finger

FUMS 069 - MS Warrior Jessie Ace Chooses To Go From DISabled to ENabled


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Following her diagnosis with MS at just 22 years-old, Jessie Ace has been on a mission to fill the internet with positivity after her doctor told her to 'go home and google' her condition, leading her to find every scary story going.

As a podcast host, writer, public speaker and illustrator, she provides help and advice for people living with all chronic health conditions.

Jessie is the author of the ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book which helps you manage multiple conditions, medications, spot symptom patterns, prioritize your energy, achieve your goals, and accurately keep symptom records for your doctor.

Listen in to find out more about her story and the Enabled Warrior Symptom Tracker.

 

Topics covered include:

  • Jessie's account of her misdiagnosis / diagnosis - and her funny-slash-awkward lumbar puncture story!
  • Her initial experiences with online forums for chronic illnesses
  • How she was prompted to begin her advocacy work after being unable to find her experiences reflected online
  • The birth of the ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book from her experiences at Neurology appointments
  • How to get your copy of the ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker [affiliate link]

Resources for this episode (clickable links):

  • Jessie's writing on  Multiple Sclerosis News Today
  • Her diagnosis story, featured on the  MS Trust website
  • Listen to the DISabled to ENabled podcast
  • Buy your copy of the ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker [affiliate link]
  • View Jessie's  artistic portfolio
  • The DISabled to Enabled Facebook page and Instagram profile
  • Enabled Warriors Facebook group
  • Help keep FUMS alive at the FUMS Podcast Patreon page
  • Sign up for the Patients Getting Paid course email waiting list

** Sign up for the FUMS Friday Night 6 Pack here: Friday Night 6-Pack.

~ Special thanks to my podcast editor Steve Woodward. Do you have a podcast or are you interested in starting a pod? **GREAT way for a Patient to get PAID!! I HIGHLY recommend adding Steve to your team. Find him at PodcastingEditor.com

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FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The FingerBy Kathy Reagan Young

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