The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness

Chronic illnesses and autoimmune diseases are on the rise but they remain difficult to diagnose and are often misunderstood, leading to years of pain, discomfort, and even medical abuse for patients. Author Meghan O’Rourke understands this on a personal level, detailing her quest for answers, no matter how many doctors dismissed her symptoms. By talking with doctors, patients, and researchers, she explores how the Western model of medicine impacts those living with invisible illnesses, hitting those who are part of marginalized communities the hardest. She also profiles innovators within the field and discusses how the increasing number of long COVID patients could hopefully lead to better care.