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A suffering body, hidden away from others: The experience of being long?term bedridden with severe myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome in childhood and adolescence

Nursing Inquiry

Abstract In this article, we present findings from a qualitative study examining how young women experience being long-term bedridden with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), during childhood and adolescence. The aim is to explore how young women who fell ill with ME/CFS during childhood and adolescence look back on their lived experience of being long-term bedridden from the vantage point of being fully or partially recovered.

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8 Smart Tips for Managing Debt and Retirement for Travel Nurses

The Gypsy Nurse

Since a travel nurse is moving around a lot for work, it can be challenging to deal with financial hurdles when you’re running around a lot. Once you find the time to settle down, it’s best to face your monetary issues head-on, such as your debts and retirement planning. To help you, here are some actionable tips that can guide you on how to manage your debts and plan for your retirement financially as a travel nurse. 8 Smart Tips for Managing Debt for Travel Nurses: 1.