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Mary Chapman
Mary graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in journalism. She began her career at United Press International, then spent a decade reporting for the Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. (now Bloomberg Industry Group). Mary has written extensively for The New York Times, and her work has appeared in publications such as Time, Newsweek, Fortune, and the Chicago Tribune. She’s won a Society of Professional Journalists award for outstanding reporting.
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Articles by Mary Chapman
Staying Motivated With a Chronic Disease Like Hypoparathyroidism
If you have a rare chronic disease such as hypoparathyroidism you sometimes may feel isolated and misunderstood. Symptoms such as…
A photo of a bespectacled young boy, his red baseball cap slightly askew as he  enjoys time outside, will be…
Treatment Options for Hypoparathyroidism
If you have been diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism, you likely have many questions about treatment options available to you. Here…
Same But Different, a nonprofit U.K. group that uses art for social change, is inviting people to choose their…
Hypoparathyroidism in Children
Hypoparathyroidism is very uncommon in children, given the average age of disease onset is about 43. But it’s not…
Clinical Trials for Hypoparathyroidism
There currently is no cure for hypoparathyroidism, and moreover, few therapy options are available — particularly for patients for…
The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases has launched a scholarship fund in the U.S. to support individuals with rare…
Emergency ID Card for Hypoparathyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism can lead to acute crises due to altered blood calcium levels. Physicians may not be familiar enough with…
Warning Signs of Depression in People With Hypoparathyroidism
Living with a chronic disease such as hypoparathyroidism can be overwhelming. Symptoms require lifelong monitoring and may include…