Amber Blackburn

Amber was previously an advocate on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net.

Amber Blackburn is a Registered Nurse turned blogger and patient advocate for those with chronic illnesses. She was forced to leave the workforce after ten years as a nurse; this gave her the patient medical experience and perspective. That being said, being diagnosed and living with a chronic illness has given her the experience of everyday living so she understands both sides of the coin. Amber lives with Systemic Lupus, Migraines(some of which are hemiplegic), Fibromyalgia, Endometriosis, Interstitial Cystitis, IBS, Anxiety, Depression and Adrenal Insufficiency secondary to long term steroid use. In the last few years she has dealt with insomnia multiple nights a week. And was also diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea and wears a CPAP.

Since being forced to leave the traditional workforce due to her illnesses, she has become a strong patient advocate and blogger at theworldseesnormal.com

Amber works with the Chronic Disease Coalition where is the Midwest Region CO-Captain. She has had her work published by The Mighty, Yahoo, and has been nominated for four WEGO Health Awards. She has published a symptom tracker for those with chronic conditions to track their symptoms and pain to share with their doctors. She understands the need for good communication between patients and doctors, but also supports the chronic illness community, making sure those living with illnesses understand they are not alone or isolated.

Click here to read all of Amber's articles on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net