When Maria came to Phoenixville Free Clinic, she was already carrying more than most people should have to bear. At 45 years old, she is living with Advanced Systemic Sclerosis—an aggressive autoimmune disease that affects multiple organs and has no cure. Like so many of our patients, Maria’s care focuses not on “fixing” the disease, but on managing symptoms, preserving quality of life, and ensuring she is not navigating this journey alone. Maria began her care at PFC with her primary care...
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