Another Mono Blog!

http://epstein-barr.blogspot.com/

I was trying to find other pieces of media that discussed mononucleosis, and came across a blog that sparked my interest. I felt that it was a very important blog in the world of mono because as it states in its mission statement above, it is a blog dedicated to the discussion and mutual support of those who have mononucleosis and/or Epstein- Barr virus. On this blog, I found a myriad of articles that all pertain to questions, concerns, new research, and so many other things al having to do with mono and EBV. For example, there was research posted about sexual activity and how that affects someone with the virus, or how there is prevalent research about mononucleosis affecting the duration of pregnancy. There are suggestions of natural remedies for some of the symptoms of mono as well. My first reaction to this blot was that it was a little to casual for my taste, as some of the criticisms on it of a certain doctor were crude, although truthful. However, I did see that the posts all generated some healthy discussion of people with mono trading stories, advice, and other helpful information. Although it is known that there is no real treatment to the disease, it is helpful to know that others are out there who are facing the same problems as you, and to get advice from them in an easy, relatable manner is just awesome. There are so many great links on display at the top of the blog as well for support groups. I also think that it is especially good that it was created and administered by someone who is living with EBV, because it is so relatable, and they know the daily trials that those living with the virus have. I do wish that it had more posts about mono on a worldwide level, and how the readers and writer thinks science can improve their well beings. Future directions of a cure or at least medication to aid symptoms of the virus should be discussed. There is little sense of proactivity on the site, which I wish there was! But in all, I think it a great method for those with the virus to know they are not alone, and to make their own lives a little easier by engaging in healthy discussion about their condition.

Here is another couple of pieces of media I found, not quite long enough to discuss, but these "minute clinics" AOL provides are beneficial for the community in spreading the word about diseases like mononucleosis. They're just short enough to not be boring, and just long enough to get the pertinent information to the audience. Check them out!
Minute Clinic  Mononucleosis