Launched in 2010, Migraine.com is the largest and fastest growing online community dedicated specifically to patients and caregivers of those with migraine disease. It is a community for migraineurs created by migraineurs. Contributors and moderators share their personal experiences, expertise, frustrations and challenges of living with migraine and encourage others to do the same. The result is a unique dialogue about important topics that are rarely discussed by doctors’ visits and medical literature – unusual but frustrating symptoms, impact on quality of life, tips for managing the strain migraine has on personal relationships. Migraine.com is distinct in that it continuously reflects the needs, desires, and frustrations of real people with migraine.

Launched in 2013, MultipleSclerosis.net is now a leading online community for people whose lives are affected by MS. With an unusually diverse team of contributors and moderators, MultipleSclerosis.net is able to provide unparalleled support to this growing community of MS patients and caregivers. Health Union MS patient advocates each have a unique journey with the condition – whether as patient, care partner or healthcare professional – which they use to offer insight and help others live better with all types of MS. Whether patients are diagnosed with relapsing, remitting or progressive forms of MS, everyone can find “someone like me” among the MultipleSclerosis.net community.

RheumatoidArthritis.net is the go-to site for people with RA. Launched in 2013, the wide-ranging content attracts a broad base of patients with different experiences, interests and needs. From science-based articles that effectively explain complex components of the condition, to artistic expressions of what it feels like to deal with RA day in and day out, to ideas and tricks from the physical therapy world for handling obstacles many patients encounter daily, there is something for everyone in the RheumatoidArthritis.net community. The site’s diverse cohort of contributors and moderators provide rich reserves of experience, support, hope, resilience, and even beauty to draw inspiration from, in spite of painful challenges that can – and often do – accompany RA.

Type2Diabetes.com launched in May 2014, and has been growing steadily since. With this community in particular, the spectrum of expertise among contributors sparks a broad range of engagement. Patient advocates, certified diabetes educators, registered dieticians, and even an intuitive eating counselor create an ongoing stream of interesting and useful content focused on meeting the needs of people living with type 2 diabetes. Type2Diabetes.com also features an extensive library of diabetes-focused recipes to help community members manage the day-to-day challenges of diet and nutrition.

Launched in early 2015, HepatitisC.net has quickly become a valuable resource and source of support for people with chronic hepatitis C (HCV). Knowledge of HCV and how it is treated is evolving at a rapid pace; patients have many questions about treatment, as well as the psychosocial impacts that often accompany a diagnosis of chronic Hepatitis C. Health Union’s team of Hepatitis C patient advocates and health care experts provide not only much-needed emotional support, but also the most up-to-date, factual information about treatments, risks, infection prevention and other hot topics.

COPD.net will provide people dealing a potentially harrowing, chronic condition with life-affirming and pragmatic ways to deal with it and live full, enjoyable lives. Despite the nationwide prevalence of COPD, there remains a lack of quality educational and emotional resources for people with COPD and their loved ones. To help meet this need, Health Union assembled an exceptional team of contributors and moderators representing the spectrum of experiences – patients, caregivers, advocates, nurses, nutritionists, and respiratory therapists. The work of these contributors – combined with an extensive library of core condition-specific content – is creating a range and quality of content dedicated to COPD that is unmatched by other sites in this market.

Launching in May 2016, Asthma.net became the 8^th community to be added to Health Union’s family of communities. Asthma is a condition that affects roughly 25 million people in the United States and can affect individuals of various ages and lifestyles.  Asthma can severely impact the lives of those living with it. This site has been established not only to provide reliable information and content to the asthma community, but also, to provide support and encouragement to anyone living or caring for people with asthma. Living with a chronic condition may feel isolating, and we want to provide a community for people to connect with and draw strength and support from the community. Asthma.net has a great team of amazing contributors who bring not only their passion but a unique perspective about living with asthma. Due to this, the site’s content strongly resonates with the asthma community at large and provides a safe-haven for them to discuss the challenges and hurdles posed by asthma. We want to empower the people living with asthma to feel that they’re not alone in their journey as they navigate these challenges.

Launched in June 2016, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net is the 9^th community to be added to Health Union’s family of communities. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that affects about 25-45 million people in the United States, but the data on the prevalence is varied. IBS is an under-diagnosed condition because a great number of IBS sufferers never seek an official diagnosis or are often misdiagnosed. IBS affects individuals of all ages and it can severely impact the quality of life. This site has been established not only to provide reliable information and content to the IBS community, but also to provide support and encouragement to anyone living or caring for people with IBS. Living with a chronic condition can feel isolating, and we want to provide a community for people to connect and draw strength and support from the community. IrritableBowelSyndrome.net has a great team of amazing contributors who bring not only their passion but a unique perspective about living with IBS. Due to this, the site’s content strongly resonates with the IBS community at large and provides a safe-haven for them to discuss the challenges posed by IBS. We want to empower the people living with IBS to feel that they’re not alone in their journey of coping and managing their IBS symptoms.

Launched in August 2016, PlaquePsoriasis.com is the 10^th community to be added to Health Union’s family of communities.  Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that causes visible symptoms on the skin as well as other complications that can develop over time. Plaque psoriasis is the most common form, affecting about 80% of people with psoriasis. The social and emotional impact of having a condition that is often highly visible to others can sometimes be overwhelming.  Health Union’s community advocates reflect a full range of experiences of people living with plaque psoriasis. Through their expertise and example, they are poised to inspire others to live and thrive with psoriasis.

Launched in October 2016, Psoriatic-Arthritis.com is the 11^th community to be added to Health Union’s family of online destinations. Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a progressive autoimmune condition that can lead to permanent and debilitating joint damage. PsA can be difficult and challenging to live with, causing significant pain, stiffness, and loss of function in affected joints. PsA can cause fatigue and other health complications and have a negative impact on one’s quality of life. Health Union’s community advocates reflect a range of experiences of people living with PsA and readily engage with this growing community.

LungCancer.net, launched in January 2017, is the 12^th of Health Union’s online communities. Over 200,000 people receive a devastating diagnosis of lung cancer each year. More people die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer. In fact, as of 2013, more people die each year from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. This platform was established to provide education and support to a population that is often overlooked and stigmatized. LungCancer.net provides up-to-date information on treatment and emerging research, along with a safe space for people to share their experiences, fears, frustrations, and hopes – to let those affected by lung cancer know they are not alone in their journey. The LungCancer.net team of contributors and moderators share their lived experiences and provide much-needed comfort.

Launched in April 2017, ParkinsonsDisease.net is the 13^th online community created by Health Union. There are about one million Americans living with Parkinson’s disease, and about 60,000 people are diagnosed each year. The platform is dedicated to and designed with input from people living with the condition, their care partners, and health care professionals working in the field. It is a place to share personal experiences and perspectives, expertise, frustrations, and day-to-day challenges of living with the condition. ParkinsonsDisease.net provides useful resources on managing every stage of Parkinson’s, information on new and emerging research, and a safe space for patients and their care partners to connect and share.

Launched in June 2017, SkinCancer.net is the 14^th online community created by Health Union. There are nearly 3.4 million Americans diagnosed with skin cancer each year, making it the most common cancer in the United States. The platform is dedicated to and designed with input from people living with all types of skin cancer including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and other rare types. It is a place to share personal experiences and perspectives, expertise, frustrations, and challenges of living with skin cancer. SkinCancer.net provides useful resources on treatment options for different types of skin cancer, information on new and emerging research, and a safe space for patients to connect and share.

Launched in July 2017, AtopicDermatitis.net is the 15^th online community created by Health Union. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects children and adults around the world. AD is also referred to as atopic eczema, and it is characterized by itchy, dry, scaly patches on the skin. An estimated 30% of people in the United States are affected by atopic dermatitis, with 90% of cases diagnosed before the age of 5. The platform is dedicated to and designed with input from people living with eczema, parents and caregivers, and health care professionals working in the field. It is a place to share personal experiences and perspectives, expertise, frustrations, and day-to-day challenges of living with the condition. AtopicDermatitis.net provides useful resources on managing atopic dermatitis throughout the lifespan, information on new and emerging research, and a safe space for patients and parents or caregivers to connect and share.

BladderCancer.net, Health Union’s 16th online community, launched in November 2017. Bladder cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer in the United States, but a lack of awareness and support for the community persists. BladderCancer.net seeks to close this gap and provide a space for people living with bladder cancer to connect and learn from each other by sharing their unique experiences. BladderCancer.net provides up-to-date information about treatments and emerging research to empower patients and caregivers and encourage them with the knowledge that they are never alone in their cancer journeys.

AdvancedBreastCancer.net, Health Union’s 20th community and sixth oncology site, launched in January 2019. While we recognize there are many communities and organizations dedicated to people living with breast cancer, this platform is designed to focus on the advanced breast cancer community and meeting the needs of this underserved population.  Advanced breast cancer patients may face a much different journey and have different treatment considerations and goals than some in the broader breast cancer community. AdvancedBreastCancer.net provides relevant content and information on diagnosis, treatment and emerging research for advanced or metastatic disease as well as a safe space for patients and caregivers to share and connect through their experiences, fears, frustrations, and hopes.

Launched in March 2019, MacularDegeneration.net is Health Union’s 21st online community. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and disability in individuals worldwide, especially in those over the age of 50. This platform is dedicated to providing support and relevant content including up to date information on treatment and emerging research to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), myopic macular degeneration, and Stargardt disease patients and caregivers. MacularDegeneration.net provides a safe space for people to connect and share their unique experiences, frustrations, feelings of loss, fears, hopes, and support throughout their journey.

Launched in May 2019, AnkylosingSpondylitis.net is Health Union’s 22nd online community. Estimated to affect over 200,000 people in the United States, this form of arthritis can be debilitating and is often under-diagnosed. Many people live in pain for years with no formal diagnosis. This innovative, patient-facing platform is dedicated to providing information and support to those living with ankylosing spondylitis and other types of spondyloarthritis. It is a place to share personal experiences and frustrations, to find other perspectives, expertise, and to feel validated in the challenges of living with ankylosing spondylitis.

Launched in July 2019, AlzheimersDisease.net is Health Union’s 23rd online community. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and makes up 60 to 80% of dementia diagnoses. Approximately 5.5 million Americans over the age of 65 are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. This platform exists to provide education, resources, and support for both patients and their loved ones. AlzheimersDisease.net also provides up-to-date information on treatment and emerging research, along with a safe space for people to connect and share their unique experiences, fears, and hopes. The community aims to ensure people affected by Alzheimer’s do not feel alone in their journey.

Launched in September 2019, Cystic-Fibrosis.com is Health Union’s 24th online community. Cystic fibrosis, also known as CF, is a genetic condition that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. It is estimated that more than 30,000 people in the United States have CF. We recognize that many people do not know what CF is, and creating this site under the Health Union umbrella will help increase public awareness. This platform is dedicated to providing information, support, and empathy to all of those who are affected by CF, whether they be patients, caregivers, or loved ones. It is a place to share personal experiences, fears, concerns, and frustrations, while connecting with others who understand the daily struggles that come with cystic fibrosis. Since those with CF must keep a physical distance between one another, this is a platform to bring them closer together in heart.

Launched in November 2019, H-I-V.net is Health Union’s 25th online community. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a chronic condition that damages the immune system. If left untreated, the condition can progress to late-stage HIV infection, or AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It is estimated that 1.1 million people are living with HIV in the United States. Although HIV treatment has come a long way since the virus was first reported in the early 1980s, stigma and discrimination continue to negatively impact the quality of life for people living with the virus. This online community is a place where individuals can share their personal experiences, concerns, and frustrations while also gaining resources and up-to-date information on treatment and emerging research.