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August 10, 2023

Managing Lymphedema for a Better Quality of Life
Learn about the variety of tools available to manage lymphedema. What it is, how and why it develops, and its four stages.
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January 9, 2023

How One Young Woman Manages Living with Multiple Health Challenges
Written by Jennifer Edmondson and Teresa Iattoni with Breanna Delrow People who live with multiple health issues know how debilitating and unrelenting those challenges can be. Jennifer Lee Edmondson, JD, founder of Health, Education & Welfare, a Wisconsin nonprofit, and...
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August 1, 2022

Perspectives from the Lymphatic Duo - What we wish you knew
Written by Jennifer Edmondson and Teresa Iattoni Chances are, unless you or a loved one has Lymphedema, you might not have ever heard of this serious and potentially life-threatening disease. Jennifer Edmondson, JD, a secondary Lymphedema survivor, and Teresa Iattoni,...
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April 1, 2022

Best Socks for Mail Carriers
As a mail carrier, you're on your feet all day delivering packages, making you prone to leg and foot pain, spider and varicose veins, swollen ankles and feet. Luckily, there is a solution to help ease the pain- compression socks! Keep reading to see why you should wear them and shop our recommendations.
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March 16, 2022

Best Socks for Stinky, Sweaty Feet
If you wear socks all day, your feet might get a little sweaty and smelly by the end of the day. We’ve done the research on why this happens, plus we compiled a list of the best socks for stinky, sweaty feet to keep you dry and odor-free all day long. Keep reading to learn more and see our picks!
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March 10, 2022

Why Health, Education and Welfare

Join us in welcoming our guest blogger Jennifer Edmondson, who shares her story with cancer and lymphedema, her experience with BrightLife Direct, and how it all lead to the creation of her non-profit organization Health, Education, and Welfare.

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February 25, 2022

Alternatives to Wearing Compression Socks and Stockings
Sometimes, wearing traditional compression stockings can be a struggle. Luckily, there is a great alternative- compression wraps! Keep reading to learn more about what compression wraps are, and check out some of our recommendations!
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February 25, 2022

Get Involved for Lymphedema Awareness Month + Giveaway

As many of you know, March is Lymphedema Awareness Month. Each year, BrightLife Direct supports the lymphedema community through advocacy, education, and giving back.

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February 16, 2022

Compression socks and sleeves - what's the difference?
What's the difference between compression socks and compression sleeves? Which one should you wear? Keep reading along to learn more about each one and see some of our favorite ones!
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