All Things Adrenal

NADF

‘All Things Adrenal’ is a monthly podcast from NADF dedicated to education, awareness, and stories from individuals living with adrenal disease.

  1. Sep 1

    "With Cushing's, Our Bodies Don't Function Normally" - Interview with Joanne Siegel

    NADF Support Group leader Joanne Siegel sits down with Vanessa to discuss balancing life with multiple medical conditions, including Cushing's. Joanne details the start of the Curageous Cushing's support group and how she is working to connect members to encourage a net of support for all involved, including Joanne herself. More info: Cushing's syndromeJoin the Courageous Cushing's support groupOther NADF support groupsCheck out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  2. Jun 30

    "It Takes Advocacy, Education, and Time" - Interview with Dr. Joshua Stilley

    Dr. Joshua Stilley stops by All Things Adrenal to talk with Vanessa about emergency medical systems: their variance between states and even counties, the importance of communicating ahead of time with your emergency care system, and ways you can prepare yourself and your loved ones to face life's most challenging moments.  Visit NADF's Emergencies page for downloadable emergency treatment orders for adults and children, plus other life-saving resources. Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  3. May 27

    "You Are Your Adrenal Glands Now" - Interview with Elizabeth Reidy

    Vanessa talks with her friend and NADF Teen Support Group co-leader Elizabeth Reidy about how Elizabeth restructured her athletic life after her Addison's Disease diagnosis. Elizabeth shares how she went from the ICU to a half marathon in six months, and how keeping a disease inventory helps her manage her adrenal insufficiency. Come for the practical tips, stay for the heartwarming story of family overcoming health obstacles together. Follow Elizabeth on Instagram @eliz_21. Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  4. Apr 28

    "My Day Won't Look Like Everyone Else's" - Interview with AJ Connor

    Vanessa sits down with NADF's Pennsylvania Support Group leader AJ Connor to talk about how his teenage Addison's disease diagnosis played out, how it inspired his nursing career, and what advantages there are to being both a patient and a health care professional when it comes to advocacy for adrenal diseases. AJ offers helpful tips on using patient advocates in hospital settings and mindfulness in managing adrenal insufficiency symptoms. AJ Addison's Disease Journey - YouTube Watch AJ's presentation from Navigating Adrenal Health 2025 Support groups are for everyone! Learn more and sign up at NADF.us/support-groups Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  5. Mar 31

    "One Share Could Save A Life" - NADF Celebrates AADAM2026

    Vanessa sits down with Meg Zinky, NADF's interactive media designer, to talk about all the plans falling into place for Adrenal Disease Awareness Month. From online conferences to social media challenges to getting proclamations issued, find out how you can join in the activities online, on your couch, and in your community. Follow us on social media: Bluesky - Facebook - Instagram - Threads - TikTok - X NADF.us/AADAM for information on Light Up for Adrenal, proclamation template letters, conference registration, and more.  NADF.us/April7 for information on international celebrations, the AAES webinar registration, and the IAC's incredible work. We are excited to raise awareness with you! Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  6. Feb 24

    "Grief Is Exhausting and Addison's Adds a Layer" - Interview with Lesley Myrvold

    Vanessa and her friend (and NADF's newest employee) Lesley Myrvold get in deep with a discussion about grief and adrenal insufficiency. Along the way they chat about Lesley's teenage diagnosis with Addison's, the importance of true friendship, and how Lesley balances a full work life, weekend volunteer work, and her PAI diagnosis. A friendly reminder from Vanessa and Lesley: It's ok to stress dose when you feel like you need it! Click here for NADF's Stress Dosing Guidelines Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

  7. Jan 27

    "We Can Do It As Long As We Start" - Interview with Dr. Elizabeth Regan

    Dr. Elizabeth Regan joins Vanessa to discuss how her skills as a researcher and her adrenal insufficiency diagnosis combined to motivate her to create the MyAI registry and be a medical detective in her own healthcare. They also lay out a vision for how the whole community can come together to further adrenal insufficiency research. Watch Dr. Regan's presentation on the MyAI registry >> Learn more about the MyAI registry >> Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like to thank Alain for creating a special discount for the NADF community! Use the discount code NADF5 to receive 5% off your MyGuardPod purchase. In addition, 5% of eligible sales made using this code will be donated back to NADF, helping support our mission to educate, advocate, and serve the adrenal disease community. --------------- 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine.  NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease.  NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim to have medical expertise. The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us on social media: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok - X

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‘All Things Adrenal’ is a monthly podcast from NADF dedicated to education, awareness, and stories from individuals living with adrenal disease.

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