We're Not in Kansas Anymore: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & the Politics of Disease [Paperback]

Rik Carlson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2004

     A heads-up look at boomer history. From Mouseketeers to John Kennedy, the Viet Nam era, to the prosperous Reagan years, We're Not in Kansas Anymore chronicles an activist life put on hold by Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It's a "kiss and tell" look at the CDC and NIH and follows the political history of an epidemic swept under the rug by the medical / insurance / pharmaceutical cartel, endearingly referred to as Goliath. It exposes the dirty side of medicine, in their own words, as physicians in open violation of the oath, choose business to healing.  With proverbial charm & wisdom, this book addresses the issues faced by all who experience chronic disease.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Thank-you, thank-you, from the bottom of my heart! I am so grateful that this story has been told." -- Julia Alzofon, PhD.

 "Physicians should read this book. The sense of humor that prevails makes it enjoyable, almost fun reading. A landmark Guide." -- Charles Anderson, M.D. FAAFP

 It's a book about nature, about love, about life. ...that you will want to pass on to your friends." -- Gail Kanski, National CFIDS Foundation

About the Author

Fredrik C. Carlson Date of Birth  10/20/47     1970                  B.A. English Literature         University of Hartford                           Hartford CT 1974-1984         Owner/Manager                     Emerald City of Oz, Ltd.                        Burlington VT                                                                     Retail Waterbeds, Furniture & Accessories 1984-1986         Sales Associate                    WIZN Radio                                          Vergennes, VT 1986-1990         Manager                               Sleepy Giant Inc.                                    Burlington VT                                                                                          Retail Waterbeds & Bedroom Furniture 1990-1997         Owner/Manager                     Emerald City Bedrooms, Inc.                 Burlington VT                                                                                          Retail Bedroom Furniture, Bedding & Bedroom Accessories  January 1995      Became ill and bedridden May 1995            Diagnosed with post-viral syndrome, Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome June 1996           First Support Group meeting newly formed Vermont CFIDS Association, Inc.                                                       Member of The CFIDS Association of America, Inc.                                                       Member of The CFIDS Support Network of America                            There were monthly support group meetings at The First Congregational Church of Essex Jct for 5 1/2 years. Sept 18, 1997     Hosted, " Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Current Issues"  A Public Health Training Network Satellite Broadcast, Medical                           Center Hospital of Vermont with continuing education credits available to health care professionals.   June 1998           Awarded recognition of exemption 501 (c) (3). March 97- 2001    Published eleven newsletters, selected editorials and articles are enclosed.  May 23 1998       Hosted a panel discussion on CFIDS at the "Integrating Approaches to Health" Conference                             Sponsored by Congressman Bernie Sanders (First ever statewide panel on this subject)                            May 12, 1997 May 12, 1998 May 12, 1999      Hosted Statewide Awareness rallies.                              1996-1999           Participated in eight radio programs discussing CFIDS                                                      Published once in the Burlington Free Press            October 2001      Hosted the film "I Remember Me"  by Kim Snyder.  The first ever feature length film about CFIDS. June 2002           Published "Yuppie Flu" January 2003       Launched the web site, Rikcarlson.com

May 12, 2003      Guest for one hour on the Mark Johnson Show. (cd available on request)

May 21, 2003      Guest Workshop Speaker: Hidden Disabilities      SAIL Conference: Killington, VT                           State of Vermont Agency of Human Services Department of Aging and Disabilities                           Division of Advocacy and Independent Living                           Evaluations available on request.

Spring, Summer, Fall 2003                                     Added 25 pages ( two chapters and internal revisions) to Yuppie Flu,                            Changed the title to "We're Not in Kansas Anymore"                            Re-did the cover and photo pages.

October 11, 2003                           Launched    Monkeyswithwings.com

September, 2004 Published We're Not in Kansas Anymore: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & the Politics of Disease

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Monkeys with Wings (September 2004)
• ISBN-10: 097216491X
• ISBN-13: 978-0972164917
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,132,392 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)