Dr. Scholl's conjures up images of thick, white orthopedic shoes...not light, comfortable flats. So about a year ago when they first came out with their Fast Flats, I was initially skeptical. A comfortable pair of shoes that fits in your purse? Yeah, right. Even if the brand is known for comfort, it
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Fibromyalgia is frequently diagnosed but poorly understood. Chronic fatigue syndrome by its very name is the source of conflicting opinion and no real consensus on treatment. What is a person to do when they discover they have one or both of these ailments? Resign oneself to an ever-deteriorating li
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For those with chronic illness, it can be a matter of importance to keep one's feet warm and protected, even when at home. Socks are cozy but not very sturdy, and wearing regular shoes in the house can be less than comfy. My favorite solution so far has been the Isotoner line of slippers. I've be
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I discovered Reef flip-flops about 10 years ago and I absolutely love them. As soon as we have the first warm day of spring I’m wearing mine outside and they are my number one footwear for the whole summer. I wear them everywhere – I have shopped, partied, gardened, even hiked in them. I also
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