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Bionews, the owner and publisher of this site, employs science writers and editors, most of whom have PhDs in the life sciences, as well as veteran journalists, who ensure stories are well-written and easy to understand. Our stories undergo a comprehensive fact-checking and editing process to confirm accuracy, objectiveness, and thoroughness in order to best serve our audience of patients and caregivers.

Articles by Bionews Staff

The quiet worry that accompanies raising a child with ANCA vasculitis

Janessa Kaneaster’s 7-year-old daughter, Kaylee, who has ANCA vasculitis, takes a break for a picnic lunch. (Courtesy of Janessa Kaneaster) This is Janessa Kaneaster’s story: When your 7-year-old gets diagnosed with something as rare and complicated as ANCA vasculitis, everything shifts. It’s not loud panic — it’s more…

From the sofa to the sea: Riding the waves of vasculitis

Heather Fish takes in the fresh air of the coast after seeing improvements following treatment for her EGPA. (Photos courtesy of Heather Fish) This is Heather Fish’s story: It was a terrible time in so many ways. My husband had cancer in a place that meant he could no…

Finding hope on my journey with ANCA-associated vasculitis

Steven Chetham runs a 5K race in Boulder, Colorado, in September 2024. (Photos courtesy of Steven Chetham) This is Steven Chetham’s story: I was diagnosed with granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) in September 2023. Everyone’s journey with ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) is different, but we do have many…

Becoming a caregiver is all about adjustments and problem solving

Lynette Matson, left, provides care for her wife, Laure Larkin, who has granulomatosis with polyangiitis and liver problems. (Photos courtesy of Lynette Matson) This is Lynette Matson’s story: Before my wife was diagnosed with granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), I thought being a caregiver meant fluffing pillows, offering…

Finding resilience after a challenging vasculitis diagnosis

Laure Larkin, left, and her wife, Lynette Matson, celebrate their anniversary. (Photos courtesy of Laure Larkin) This is Laure Larkin’s story: It all started with what seemed like a stubborn sinus infection and a chest X-ray that raised some eyebrows. No big deal, right? Fast forward a couple of…

How I learned to thrive while living with vasculitis

John Stadler poses for a photo at his home. (Photos courtesy of John Stadler) This is John Stadler’s story: My journey with vasculitis has been both a challenge and a profound learning experience, filled with emotional ups and downs. I was diagnosed…

Navigating the complexities of GPA vasculitis in our marriage

Jordyn, left, and Cody Blagg, five months before Jordyn’s diagnosis. (Photos courtesy of Cody Blagg) This is Cody Blagg’s story: It’s complicated. As I sit here in the emergency room with my wife, Jordyn (our favorite kind of date night), I wanted to write out the thoughts I’ve had…

GPA vasculitis wreaked havoc in my life, but I’m enduring

Christine MacFadyen’s symptoms appeared 15 years ago, and she was diagnosed five years ago. (Photos courtesy of Christine MacFadyen) This is Christine MacFadyen’s story: I was a fun-loving, always smiling, energetic, adventurous woman. I was only 24 and had just graduated with my college degree in early childhood care…