This is an opportunity for graphic artists to add their visual voice and help shape the success of the MdDS Foundation. The Foundation relies on the help of volunteers and is in search of a Graphic Designer to help with the MdDS Patient Registry, a research study under construction. 
The registry is on-track to soft […]
Eleven years ago, Sylvia Hemby’s joyful vacation in Hawaii turned into a challenging experience due to her diagnosis of Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS). The disorder caused a persistent sense of rocking. Yet, she found solace in creating seashell art, channeling her struggles into beauty and resilience, representing her journey of growth.
For eight years, Kate has been explaining to others what daily life is like for MdDS sufferers. An MdDS warrior herself, she has been creating custom candles and giving back through donations to support research so we can all “get off that boat.”
Jo spent six months almost grieving for her old self. But now she’s managing MdDS and even cruising again. Read Jo’s story on the blog today.
It’s been a privilege for us to raise awareness through the eyes of MdDS Warriors. Let’s keep working together and find the better life we deserve.
I hope my book and paintings touch anyone who is at the “bottom of the sea” and can’t find the way out. You are not alone. You can do it. 
~Victoria Cantarelli
TRIGGER WARNING: this picture I took causes me great anxiety due to the swirls. 
But I really want to share it with my story so others who can relate know they aren’t alone. ~
…my head is spinning like a whirlpool it never ends ~Lucy Newman
