Sjogren's Strong

In this episode, "Keep Your Smile" Lupe & Brian talk about dental issues Lupe is experiencing and review Oral Hygiene for those with Sjogren's Syndrome.
It's easy to get complacent and lax on the caring for your teeth from time to time. This is a good review of some products and tip's and tricks to help you keep your smile.

Links
Johns Hopkins Sjogren's Center - https://www.hopkinssjogrens.org/

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Just because it's not a reputable source or a source you may have heard of before, it still might be good information.
Lupe & Brian discuss researching on the internet, suggestions they have tried and some results.

Help "Living Sjogren's Strong"
Support the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
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Living with a Chronic Illness isn't always easy. We find and encourage you to find a support group that you can attend and/or participate in, It can make a world of difference. Lupe & Brian discuss a support group supported by the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation that they recently attended and the awesome materials covered during the meeting.

The Foundations support groups - https://www.sjogrens.org/home/get-connected/support-groups

Downloads
Clinical Practice Guideline's - https://www.sjogrens.org/home/research-programs/clinical-practice-guidelines

Help "Living Sjogren's Strong"
Support the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

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Lupe shares what she has been experiencing so far this summer and Brian weighs in on the complexity of managing these symptoms. A reminder to make small changes so effects can be measured.

Help "Living Sjogren's Strong"
Support the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

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We asked Patricia Guerra if she would come on the show and not only share her journey with Sjogren's Syndrome but a company that she is part of and some of their products that help manage some of the symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome.

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Donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation by supporting "Living Sjogren's Strong
Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

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So Brian had a lightbulb or an Ah-ha moment and hit on the anxiety I have been feeling. Once that happened, It all came rushing out and the weight of the world was off my shoulders.
Having someone you can talk to is so important and we demonstrate that in this episode.

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Donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation by supporting "Living Sjogren's Strong
Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

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This week we're going to talk about chronic illness and anxiety.
We often say it goes without saying, however, in my experience, not talking about something isn't always healthy.

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Donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation by supporting "Living Sjogren's Strong
Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

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The recent earthquakes in Southern CA, caused us to evaluate our preparedness supplies and we wanted to share our thoughts with you.
Preparedness is important and including your medications is very important.

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If you enjoy the show, please take a few minutes and nominate "Sjogren's Strong" for the "People's Choice Podcast Awards.
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Donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation by supporting "Living Sjogren's Strong
Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's. You can join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

Let’s Socialize
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Lupe and Brian discuss how to make the most of holiday celebrations with a little preparedness and planning.

Thank You to Susan Masterson. Read her article here - https://themighty.com/2019/06/fitness-goals-when-you-have-chronic-fatigue/

Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's
You can Join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation

http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

Let’s Socialize
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Lupe has been using this item at night and it makes her produce saliva. Episode 38 of "Sjogren's Strong"

Support to the "Living Sjogrens Strong" Team for the 2019 LA Area Walk for Sjogren's
You can Join our Team and/or donate to the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation

http://events.sjogrens.org/site/TR/Events/General?team_id=2166&pg=team&fr_id=1320

Let’s Socialize
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