"I Never Wanted Addison's To Stop My Adventures" - Interview with Crystal-Lee Banks
Crystal-Lee Banks joins Vanessa to discuss the joys and challenges of taking on big adventures when living with Addison's disease. Crystal-Lee shares her journey from adrenal insufficiency diagnosis to Mount Kilimanjaro summit, and how she learned to embrace physical wellness through activity and rest alike. Plus they touch on why recovery from a big undertaking can be just as much of a hill to climb as the event itself. Follow Crystal-Lee on Instagram Read Crystal-Lee's story on the Addison'...
1 Sept 2026
"With Cushing's, Our Bodies Don't Function Normally" - Interview with Joanne Siegel
NADF Support Group leader Joanne Siegel sits down with Vanessa to discuss balancing life with multiple medical conditions, including Cushing's. Joanne details the start of the Curageous Cushing's support group and how she is working to connect members to encourage a net of support for all involved, including Joanne herself. More info: Cushing's syndromeJoin the Courageous Cushing's support groupOther NADF support groupsCheck out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project...
28 Jul 2026
"Responding To Adrenal Insufficiency In An Emergency"- Interview with Jessica Cella
Vanessa sits down with Jessica Cella to discuss Jessica's tireless advocacy work on behalf of the adrenal diseases community. Jessica shares a wealth of information, including tips on getting to know your local EMS, how to assemble and label your personal emergency kit, and small ways that everyone can get into advocacy to help us reach a world with less suffering and death from adrenal diseases. Check out the EMS-friendly MyGuardPod emergency kit myguardpod.com/project-act We would also like...
30 Jun 2026
"It Takes Advocacy, Education, and Time" - Interview with Dr. Joshua Stilley
Dr. Joshua Stilley stops by All Things Adrenal to talk with Vanessa about emergency medical systems: their variance between states and even counties, the importance of communicating ahead of time with your emergency care system, and ways you can prepare yourself and your loved ones to face life's most challenging moments. Visit NADF's Emergencies page for downloadable emergency treatment orders for adults and children, plus other life-saving resources. 'All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored ...
27 May 2026
"You Are Your Adrenal Glands Now" - Interview with Elizabeth Reidy
Vanessa talks with her friend and NADF Teen Support Group co-leader Elizabeth Reidy about how Elizabeth restructured her athletic life after her Addison's Disease diagnosis. Elizabeth shares how she went from the ICU to a half marathon in six months, and how keeping a disease inventory helps her manage her adrenal insufficiency. Come for the practical tips, stay for the heartwarming story of family overcoming health obstacles together. Follow Elizabeth on Instagram @eliz_21. 'All Things ...
28 Apr 2026
"My Day Won't Look Like Everyone Else's" - Interview with AJ Connor
Vanessa sits down with NADF's Pennsylvania Support Group leader AJ Connor to talk about how his teenage Addison's disease diagnosis played out, how it inspired his nursing career, and what advantages there are to being both a patient and a health care professional when it comes to advocacy for adrenal diseases. AJ offers helpful tips on using patient advocates in hospital settings and mindfulness in managing adrenal insufficiency symptoms. AJ Addison's Disease Journey - YouTube Watch AJ's pre...
31 Mar 2026
"One Share Could Save A Life" - NADF Celebrates AADAM2026
Vanessa sits down with Meg Zinky, NADF's interactive media designer, to talk about all the plans falling into place for Adrenal Disease Awareness Month. From online conferences to social media challenges to getting proclamations issued, find out how you can join in the activities online, on your couch, and in your community. Follow us on social media: Bluesky - Facebook - Instagram - Threads - TikTok - X NADF.us/AADAM for information on Light Up for Adrenal, proclamation template letters, con...
24 Feb 2026
"Grief Is Exhausting and Addison's Adds a Layer" - Interview with Lesley Myrvold
Vanessa and her friend (and NADF's newest employee) Lesley Myrvold get in deep with a discussion about grief and adrenal insufficiency. Along the way they chat about Lesley's teenage diagnosis with Addison's, the importance of true friendship, and how Lesley balances a full work life, weekend volunteer work, and her PAI diagnosis. A friendly reminder from Vanessa and Lesley: It's ok to stress dose when you feel like you need it! Click here for NADF's Stress Dosing Guidelines 'All Things Adren...
27 Jan 2026
"We Can Do It As Long As We Start" - Interview with Dr. Elizabeth Regan
Dr. Elizabeth Regan joins Vanessa to discuss how her skills as a researcher and her adrenal insufficiency diagnosis combined to motivate her to create the MyAI registry and be a medical detective in her own healthcare. They also lay out a vision for how the whole community can come together to further adrenal insufficiency research. Watch Dr. Regan's presentation on the MyAI registry >> Learn more about the MyAI registry >> All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal ...
31 Dec 2025
"Addison's Is A Constant Cycle" - Interview with Heidi Engelhardt
Come be a fly on the wall as Vanessa chats with her friend Heidi Engelhardt about living an active life with Addison's disease, what it's like to receive a diagnosis at a young age, and the importance of stress dosing for emotional stress and grief. Plus Heidi and Vanessa share their words of advice for teens and young adults living with adrenal disease. Heidi is the NADF Colorado Support Group leader. Are you part of our network of support groups? We want to connect you with people who under...
27 Nov 2025
"I Walked Out Of There President of NADF at Age 24" - Interview with Erin Foley-Moudry, MPH
Erin Foley-Moudry, MPH, the co-president of the NADF board, stops by to chat with Vanessa about her involvement with NADF since her adrenal insufficiency diagnosis at age 19. Erin talks about how the organization has grown and evolved, and how listeners can support NADF to grow further and continue its mission of finding a world without suffering and death from adrenal insufficiency. Learn more about NADF support groups Donate to NADF Connect with Erin via email Request emergency injection an...
28 Oct 2025
"Driven By Persistence And Grit" - Interview with Julia Anthony
Julia Anthony, Founder of SOLUtion Medical, talks with Vanessa about working towards an adrenal insufficiency auto-injector, how having CAH paved the way for her life's work, and the importance of educating in all directions. Is your emergency kit ready to go? Check NADF's handy list to find out how ready you are. Learn how to give an emergency Solu-Cortef injection: For adults (video)For pediatric patients (video)Download PDF instructionsOrder your FREE emergency injection card to carr...
23 Sept 2025
"Primary Aldosteronism is an Under-Diagnosed Cause of Hypertension": Interview with Dr. Liza Lindenberg
Vanessa interviews Dr. Liza Lindenberg about Primary Aldosteronism, its effects on blood pressure, and the study Dr. Lindenberg is conducting around diagnosis. Visit Dr. Lindenberg's study, "Evaluating the Functional Status of the Adrenal Glands With [68Ga]Ga-PentixaFor in Hyperaldosteronism and Hypercortisolism" Contact the research nurse for the study, Yolanda McKinney. ------------------- Looking for support and community? Join one of NADF's support groups today. Contact NADFSupport@NADF.u...
27 Aug 2025
"Cushing's Was Controlling My Life" - Interview with Wendy Moses
Vanessa introduces listeners to the wide spectrum of experience that is Cushing's Syndrome before diving into a conversation with disability advocate and author Wendy Moses. Wendy generously shares her experience moving from Cushing's syndrome to Addison's disease, and the difference surgery has made in her life. --------------- Find your people: NADF Support Groups Orders Wendy's books off her website and use promo code ATA for free shipping! Follow Wendy's advocacy work with the following f...
29 Jul 2025
"CAH Is a Spectrum" - Interview with Jenna W. Coura
Curious about CAH? Seeking community as a parent or caregiver of an adrenal insufficient child? Vanessa interviews Jenna W. Coura about parenting a child with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, adjusting her vision of parenting futures on the fly, and finding her work in the world of adrenal disease information sharing as a person with fully functioning cortisol. Buy Jenna's book Welcome to Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Handbook for New CAH Families >> Bookshop.org Amazon.c...
24 Jun 2025
"I Have a Clear Vision Everything Can Be Fine" - Interview with Hilary Hodge
Author Hilary Hodge discusses managing chronic illnesses and the resources available to patients, in an interview with Vanessa, offering insights into navigating healthcare gaps.
27 May 2025
"The message chain gets broken" - Interview with Dr. Smita Abraham
Vanessa interviews Dr. Smita Abraham about adrenal gland function and potential diseases, offering insights into maintaining adrenal health.
23 Apr 2025
"Educated, Medicated, and Ready to Thrive" - Vanessa O'Rourke
Host Vanessa O'Rourke shares her journey with Addison's disease, from crisis to diagnosis to managing her adrenal insufficiency today. Follow Vanessa on social media: Instagram YouTube All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine. NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease. NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is n...
22 Apr 2025
TRAILER: 'All Things Adrenal'
Welcome to ‘All Things Adrenal’, a monthly podcast dedicated to education, awareness, and stories from individuals living with adrenal disease. All Things Adrenal’ is sponsored by the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation and Neurocrine. NADF is non-profit organization for patients and caregivers, with a vision of a world without suffering or death from adrenal disease. NADF does not practice medicine and does not provide medical advice. NADF is not a medical authority and does not claim t...
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