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Welcome to Cushing's Help and Support. This site provides information, support, news, and education for people with Cushing's or other endocrine problems, their friends and families. Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder caused by prolonged exposure of the body's tissues to high levels of cortisol. Cushing's is a debilitating disease which causes the overproduction of […]

Diagnosed with a rare disease that only affects between two and ten people per million, Marie Conley used emails to communicate with family, friends, and co-workers to keep them apprised of the diagnosis and prognosis of Cushing's disease and the many complications she experienced on this journey. Her ironic humor and raw, emotional approach helps […]

Didn't we all do this? Cleo saved her own life after successfully self-diagnosing cancer/Cushing's that doctors had missed because she researched her own worrying symptoms on TikTok.

We're rebuilding the Cushing's Member Map. Add your information (or your doctor's) at https://cushingsbios.com/2018/10/28/we-have-a-new-bio-form/

These Cushing’s bios aren’t your typical “bedtime story” but they tell the truth about what Cushing’s patients go through to get diagnosed – and hopefully go into remission. There aren’t necessarily a lot of happy endings here. If you’re looking for those, look at the ones in the category “Success Stories”. If you see yourself […]

I am writing this letter to share with you some basic facts about Cushing’s Disease/Syndrome and the recovery process so that you will have sufficient information to form realistic expectations about me and my ability to engage in certain activities in light of this disease and its aftermath.

Version 4.7.24 of the Cushing's Help Community is now available and includes a security update

Our Cushie Calendar has been updated with a new look and it's now embedded with the message board calendar.

A 40-year-old female patient, hypertensive for three months and treated with 5 mg of amlodipine, with newly diagnosed untreated diabetes mellitus, presented to the emergency department with severe asthenia, abdominal pain, and vomiting. The medical history revealed prolonged self-medication with dexamethasone at a dose of 1 mg/day for three years in order to gain weight. […]

Neurological conditions can affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles, making daily life challenging for patients and families alike. Whether someone is dealing with Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, stroke, tremors, or memory disorders, selecting the best neurologist in Pakistan is one of the most important decisions for proper diagnosis and long-term care. A qualified specialist […]

MaryO is in this Orchestra! The Washington Balalaika Orchestra presents an enchanting program of music performed by our own musicians on balalaika, bayan, domra, flute, oboe and clarinet. And for the first time, we are pleased to present medley of Ukrainian folk songs on the bandura, the national instrument of Ukraine.

Discover a supportive space for new beginnings! Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 PM, in the serene ambiance of Pender UMC's Library. At 5:00 PM there will be a time of casual chat, known as the "meeting before the meeting". Engage in meaningful conversations and find camaraderie at our AA meetings, guided by the experienced […]

In addition to the wonderful talents of Pender’s own musicians, we are delighted to welcome special guest artists Veronica Jackson, Heidi Jacobs, and Sean Wittmer. Together, they will bring the beauty, depth, and brilliance of Bach’s music to life in a rich and meaningful program.

MaryO is in this Orchestra! The Balalaika and Domra Association of America (BDAA) presents our annual Slavic Festival Concert, which brings together musicians from around the world to perform Slavic folk music, including Eastern European, Romani, and Klezmer musical traditions. The performance is an extravaganza, featuring virtuoso guest artists with a 60-piece folk orchestra, all […]

We’re delighted to revive our Prayer Shawl / Baby Blanket / Care Bag ministry as an in-person gathering once again! We meet at 10:00 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Pender UMC Library. This is a relaxed, welcoming time to knit, crochet, talk, and share as we work together. Our handmade […]

Bring your friends, family, and appetite for a delicious weekend shopping experience! The top coffee roasters, chocolate makers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from around the DMV region will gather in Northern Virginia for the DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival.

Mary Alice Tibbetts Kelly lived a long life marked by curiosity, perseverance, creativity, and quiet courage. She survived much, learned constantly, lived on her own terms and cherished her independence. Her legacy lives on through music played, stories written, puzzles solved, journeys taken, and the family who knew her strength and grace firsthand. Mary’s Memorial […]

Thanks, Grandpa… You weren’t American, but you fought valiantly for the cause overseas. I never met my grandfather. He had died in Peshawar, India, fighting for the Black Watch during World War l. Peshawar was on the northern frontier of British India, near the Khyber Pass.

National Tap Dance Day falls on May 25 every year and is a celebration of tap dancing as an American art form. The idea of National Tap Dance Day was first presented to U.S. Congress on February 7, 1989 and was signed into American law by President George H.W. Bush on November 8, 2004. The […]

Each year, May 25 is Towel Day. Do you know why? Towel Day is celebrated every year on 25 May as a tribute to the author Douglas Adams by his fans. On this day, fans carry a towel with them, as described in Adams’ The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, to demonstrate their appreciation for […]