Archive - What's Her Problem?

A New Diagnosis is Like Learning a New Language

Issue #44 of “What’s Her Problem?”: To become fluent in your medical diagnosis, you need to start with the basics and keep studying.

Jun 19 • Debra Rafson

How I Learned to Drive Again

Issue #43 of “What’s Her Problem?”: When illness takes away our independence, sometimes we can regain a different version of it.

Jun 12 • Debra Rafson

A Letter to My Late Physical Therapist

Issue #42 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Mourning the loss of a treasured member of my medical care team and celebrating her lasting impact.

Jun 5 • Debra Rafson

May 2026

Guest Post: Karen Walter, LMHC

Issue #41 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Techniques for managing the emotional challenges of living with chronic illness, from a Licensed Mental Health…

May 29 • Debra Rafson

Revisiting the Power of Support Groups

A look back at "Let's Discuss" from August 2025

May 22 • Debra Rafson

Interview Series: Jennifer Crystal, Author, Educator, and Writing Coach

Listen now | Issue #40 of “What’s Her Problem?”: “One Tick Stopped the Clock” for Lyme Disease Warrior Jennifer Crystal, who advocates for others with…

May 15 • Debra Rafson and Write Your Life

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I am a Champion! A WomenHeart Champion!

Issue #39 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Women are at risk of heart disease, and they need educators, advocates, and supporters.

May 8 • Debra Rafson

The Gold Standard in Lyme Disease Testing

Issue #38 of “What’s Her Problem?”: When finances drive our medical decision-making, patients may miss out on receiving the best possible care.

May 1 • Debra Rafson

April 2026

Back in "The Pitt"

Issue #37 of “What’s Her Problem?”: A second season of excellent storytelling, bringing awareness to major issues in the U.S. health care system.

Apr 24 • Debra Rafson

My Heart Disease Has Copycats

Issue #36 of “What’s Her Problem?”: When several heart conditions look the same, how does the patient get the right diagnosis?

Apr 17 • Debra Rafson

Adventures in Event Venue Accessibility

Issue #35 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Attending events can become complicated with chronic illness and/or disability.

Apr 10 • Debra Rafson

Five Times Strangers Commented on My Disability

Issue #34 of “What’s Her Problem?”: Visible disabilities seem to give people license to think they can ask questions or remark on them.

Apr 3 • Debra Rafson