When the System Fails the People Who Need It Most

When the System Fails the People Who Need It Most

When the System Fails the People Who Need It MostEmmely Christiansen
Published on: 01/01/2026

A personal look at navigating a broken healthcare system, chronic illness, and the struggle to access real support, validation, and proper medical care.

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What Medical Gaslighting Is — And How It Impacts People Living With Chronic Illness

What Medical Gaslighting Is — And How It Impacts People Living With Chronic Illness

What Medical Gaslighting Is — And How It Impacts People Living With Chronic IllnessEmmely Christiansen
Published on: 18/12/2025

Learn what medical gaslighting is, how it affects people with chronic illness, and what you can do to advocate for yourself when your symptoms are dismissed.”

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Fighting for Answers: Heather's Journey Through Chronic Illness, Misdiagnosis & Medical Gaslighting

Fighting for Answers: Heather's Journey Through Chronic Illness, Misdiagnosis & Medical Gaslighting

Fighting for Answers: Heather's Journey Through Chronic Illness, Misdiagnosis & Medical GaslightingEmmely Christiansen
Published on: 11/12/2025

Heather’s story reveals the reality of chronic illness, medical gaslighting, misdiagnosis, hypermobility, and the long fight for answers. From POTS symptoms to SNAS, spinal cysts, and systemic diagnostic delays, her journey shows the strength required to self-advocate in a failing healthcare system — while raising awareness through her North Star Health Podcast.

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Annika's story about living with endometriosis

Annika's story about living with endometriosis

Annika's story about living with endometriosisEmmely Christiansen
Published on: 11/11/2025

Annika’s endometriosis journey began with worsening period pain in her mid-20s and years of being dismissed by doctors. Eventually, she received a diagnosis that changed everything. In this deeply personal story, she shares the highs and lows—from surgery and chemical menopause to adoption and recovery.

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