Stories by Carey Purcell
Carey Purcell is a New York-based writer and editor. She runs TheTheatreSource.com, where she publishes reviews of Broadway shows. Her freelance writing can be read at www.CareyPurcell.com.
Posted on Dec 5, 2011, Source: AlterNet
When I was sexually assaulted and mugged last month, I was abruptly introduced to the culture of victim blaming — from the police, and even my family and friends.
Posted on Feb 17, 2011, Source: AlterNet
Ten years after taking the medication, Bobby Grozier suffers from brain damage and he's lost more than $3 million in medical costs and income.
Posted on Nov 22, 2009, Source: AlterNet
Imagine a choice between no intercourse or sex with unbearable pain. Then imagine that no doctor knows how to fix it. That's the world occupied by women with vulvodynia.
Posted on Oct 15, 2008, Source: AlterNet
I had a job and health insurance when I got sick, but my claim was denied. And that was just the beginning.
