This AS Patient Is No Couch Potato

Living With Chronic Pain Today's Newsletter  |  February 12, 2015

Today's Top Story This AS Patient Is No Couch Potato Ben Everett lives with ankylosing spondylitis, but it hasn't stopped him from living an active lifestyle. He climbs mountains, literally. He also hikes and fishes. Watch Ben's story in our Everyday Solutions center.  » Featured Article Jackie's Story: 'I Used to Be Afraid to Tell People I Have MS' MS columnist shares the story of Jackie Mueller, who lives with multiple sclerosis, and follows a regular exercise routine to manage her symptoms. Check out Jackie's story.  » Today's Recipe Sugar-Free Protein Pancakes Everyone loves a stack of flapjacks every now and then. Whether you want to enjoy these pancakes for dinner or breakfast, they can be prepared in minutes and are made with simple ingredients: egg whites, quick oats, and olive oil. Get the recipe!  » Ask the Expert Pain Management or Drug Abuse? I have chronic myeloid leukemia and take meds for pain. I have asked my daughter to help pay for my OxyContin prescription, but she refuses and says I'm addicted. What can I tell her? See Dr. Gadi's answer  » Everyday Health Apps Download Our Apps for iPhone and iPad Today! Your health is in your hands - literally! Our Everyday Health app is filled with breaking health news, condition facts, and expert tips to help make getting healthy easier than ever. Get the app now! » Everyday Solutions Staying Active With RA: Amanda’s Story Before her RA diagnosis, Amanda John was very active. But exercise took a backseat as she struggled to get her RA symptoms under control. Here’s how she found her way back to fitness.