In 2007, Tony’s MG journey began with severe double vision, quickly leading to several episodes of pneumonia. He was in and out of the hospital and rehab facilities for many years, only reaching his MG diagnosis in 2014. Through it all, he was supported by his wife and tireless caregiver, Catherine, documenting every step along the way. From the start, Tony remained determined to regain his strength and to raise awareness for MG. His curiosity and drive led him to become a voice for the MG community across Canada. Though his life changed drastically, Tony embraced the grieving process for the life he once knew and found ways to cherish his new reality.

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Craig’s CIDP journey began in college when growing symptoms and fatigue halted his running career and confined him to a cane, then a wheelchair. But from the very beginning, Craig remained positive and focused on finding answers. Having seen some videos about CIDP, he worked with his doctor to determine his official diagnosis. Craig’s curiosity and hunger for problem-solving inspired him to explore holistic approaches to supporting his overall health. Now Craig uses his experiences and creativity to pay it forward and connect with others through his own YouTube channel. Though his life took a considerable pivot, Craig navigates his health journey with a bit of humor and a lot of gratitude.

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Beyond the unpredictable symptoms, Dana’s CIDP journey included misdiagnosis after misdiagnosis and many lessons in insurance coverage. All of which made frustration a frequent feeling. There are many challenges–beyond the fatigue, muscle tingling, and weakness–associated with CIDP. Dana shares her story of living with CIDP, starting with muscle numbness on a camping trip, followed by years of appointments with multiple specialists and navigating insurance hurdles. Learning from her own CIDP journey, today, Dana uses her experiences to inspire, help, and connect with others in the CIDP and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) community.

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