Brave Butterfly Columns
Explore my published columns on Hypoparathyroidism News. Each column shares insights from my 26+ year journey with hypoparathyroidism.
Waiting for Calcium Test Results Fills Me With Anxiety
Exploring the anxiety and emotional weight of waiting for calcium test results — a deeply relatable experience for the hypopara community. Published 2026.
Read on HypoParathyroidism NewsLife before and after a calcium crash changed everything
A life-altering calcium crash changed everything about how I manage my hypoparathyroidism.
A Mother's Day visit to my daughter ended up a health boost
A much-appreciated hypopara health boost when visiting my daughter for Mother's Day.
The importance of trust in life with hypoparathyroidism
Reflecting on the importance of being able to trust fellow patients, healthcare professionals, and support groups.
Tales from being Patient No. 1 in a clinical trial
Sharing tales from being patient No. 1 in a Phase 2 clinical trial for what is now Yorvipath.
Navigating hypopara with the Year of the Horse as inspiration
Finding inspiration in unexpected places while managing hypoparathyroidism day by day.
A star Celtics player's return from injury mirrors my hypopara journey
Recalling trips to Boston and a star Celtics player's return from injury as I reflect on my hypopara journey.