Chemical Sensitivities

This month I review a great resource, Pamela Gibson’s Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

Apr 4, 2001 - Paula Ferron

This month in response to a request from a reader, I share a sample letter to a loved one discussing MCS and some of the changes that must be made to retain a relationship. I hope that this simple letter helps you to begin to share with your loved ones your needs. Please feel free to print this out and share, or rewrite it to meet your own situation. Be well.

Mar 1, 2001 - Paula Ferron

Sometimes we get into a comfortable rut. Suffering with our illness rather than rocking the boat and speaking out. Perhaps even crawling into our cave, hoping the world will just leave us alone. Join me this month as I struggle with my own level of comfort with helping those around me become chemically aware.

Feb 1, 2001 - Paula Ferron

Hello! I am back after a brief medical hiatus. This month’s column is about my recent hospital stay and how the medical establishment dealt with my special needs. Come on inside…..

Jan 1, 2001 - Paula Ferron

Can you use houseplants to clean your personal environment? I review a book that says you can and share my personal experience with houseplants.

Nov 1, 2000 - Paula Ferron

Detoxing your surroundings is one of the first things you should do in your journey to wellness. I'll share some of my favorite recipes for household cleaners to replace the ones you've been convinced by advertisers that you simply must have.

Oct 1, 2000 - Paula Ferron

Many survivors of multiple chemical sensitivity have a difficult time talking to their families about the changes that they must make. It is hard enough to make the changes for yourself, but someone who is not experiencing the health problems associated with MCS may have an even harder time adjusting. To them, you might appear healthy on the outside, especially when you are not in the midst of an exposure.

Sep 1, 2000 - Paula Ferron

There are many ways MCS manifests itself into our physical and mental health and well being. Due to requests for more information, I am delving a little deeper into how my life is affected by Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. In sharing this, it's my hope that you will be better able to judge whether it is time for you to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from possible chemical exposure and injury.

Aug 1, 2000 - Paula Ferron

Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is increasing among our population as our use of chemicals increase. Your body gives you a warning system when it is overwhelmed. It's called symptoms. This article lists a few possible symptoms and causes of chemical exposure and injury.

Jun 27, 2000 - Paula Ferron