Margaret Howell, Registered Nurse, PLLC

10/07/2026

Love being a life-long learner—continually growing my practice 🌿

I spent this beautiful fall Monday in Toronto with Toronto Lymphatic Academy learning Functional Lymphatic Drainage 🍂✨

The focus is to help clients clear deep lymphatic blocks, tissue adhesions, and optimize fluid flow. This work may support chronic pain management, nervous system regulation, reduction of inflammation, and fluid balance in a grounded, pragmatic way.

If you’re curious about how lymphatic work or private nurse navigation might support you on your healing journey, please send me a message—I’d love to connect! 💛

Want to know more about my service offerings? Check out the link in my bio!

09/25/2026

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is coming soon! ✨

Ideal for:
💪Immune support & natural detox
😁Reducing inflammation
❤️‍🩹Post-op & wound healing
✨Sculpting & aesthetic results
💛And more

DM me “MLD” to get on the early access list! 📩

🔗 Tap the link below to explore all current service offerings!

www.margarethowellrn.com

11/17/2025

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After more than 50 years, the CDC has finally recognized what Lyme patients have been saying for decades: persistent symptoms after Lyme infection are real, medically significant, and now officially part of the federal framework for Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions and Illnesses (IACCIs).

In its new Emerging Infectious Diseases supplement, the CDC states:

“Suspected mechanisms include continued immune stimulation from antigens or continued infection in a sequestered body site that cannot be sampled… autoimmune responses, microbiome dysbiosis, persistent tissue damage, disordered coagulation, and disrupted nerve signaling.“

“Chronic sequalae considered IACCIs include various combinations of infection-associated organ damage, autoimmune conditions, and persistent unexplained systemic symptoms, such as debilitating fatigue, postexertional malaise, cognitive impairment, musculoskeletal pain, and sleep disorders.“

For anyone living with chronic Lyme symptoms, this acknowledgment is monumental.

This moment is also deeply connected to Col. Nicole Malachowski, who served as the sole patient representative on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine committee that produced the landmark Lyme IACCI report — the same report cited by the CDC in this publication.

Her leadership helped push the science forward, ensure the patient voice was heard, and open the door to federal recognition of chronic Lyme.

We spoke with Col. Malachowski about this historic shift during Episode 538 of Tick Boot Camp, recorded live at NYFW Project Lab Coat — the first fashion-week runway dedicated to Lyme awareness and research.

This is history.
This is progress.
This is just the beginning.

🎧 Episode 538: NYFW Project Lab Coat – Col. Nicole Malachowski on Lyme IACI and the National Academies Report on Chronic Lyme Disease

🔗 Listen on Tick Boot Camp: https://tickbootcamp.com/episode-540-nyfw-project-lab-coat-col-nicole-malachowski-on-lyme-iaci-and-the-national-academies-report-on-chronic-lyme-disease/

CDC Article: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/31/14/25-1187_article

11/26/2024

✨NYS PRI/Screen: Your first step to accessing state-funded healthcare services in New York!✨

The NYS PRI (Patient Review Instrument) and Screening are tools used to assess eligibility for long-term care services in New York State. They help determine the level of care you or a loved one might need, ensuring you get the right support.

Whether you’re applying for nursing home care or community-based services, these assessments are essential in guiding your care journey 🫶

📖 Want to learn more? Visit our blog at the link below for a detailed guide or reach out to us with any questions — we’re here to help!

🔗 https://www.howellhealthandwellness.com/post/understanding-nys-pri-screen-assessments-what-you-need-to-know

06/11/2024

Isn’t it fascinating how our hearts can hold opposing emotions simultaneously?? In one moment, we may feel the weight of sorrow, yet find solace in the warmth of cherished memories. It’s the intricate dance of joy and sadness, love and longing, reminding us of the depth and complexity of the human experience. Embracing these contradictions, we learn to navigate life’s twists and turns with grace and resilience 🌟

Here are 5 practical tips to flow with opposing emotions in a healthy way:

🌟 Acknowledge and Accept: Recognize that it’s okay to feel conflicting emotions. Embrace the complexity of your feelings without judgment or pressure to “pick a side.”

✨ Practice Mindfulness: Stay present in the moment and observe your emotions without getting swept away by them. Mindfulness techniques like deep breathing or meditation can help you stay grounded.

🌟Express Yourself: Find healthy outlets to express your emotions, whether it’s journaling, talking to a trusted friend, or engaging in creative activities like art or music.

✨Seek Balance: Focus on self-care activities that nurture both your physical and emotional well-being. This could include exercise, spending time in nature, or engaging in hobbies that bring you joy.

🌟Cultivate Compassion: Be gentle with yourself during times of emotional turmoil. Offer yourself the same kindness and understanding you would to a friend facing similar struggles.

🔖Remember, it’s perfectly normal to experience opposing emotions, and learning to navigate them with compassion and self-care is a powerful skill on the journey to emotional well-being 💖