Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as a Chronic Illness AdvocateToday, I want to talk about something that has been weighing on my mind lately—a feeling that many of us, especially those of us advocating for chronic illness, know all...reactions9comments
Strategies to Prevent Burnout in Patient AdvocacyAdvocating for patients is a noble cause that comes with its unique challenges and rewards. Patient leaders often start their journey with great enthusiasm and dedication, aiming to make a...reactions5comments
Harnessing Social Media for Patient LeadershipIn today's digital age, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for patient leaders. It helps to advocate, educate, and connect with communities globally. Through platforms like Facebook, Instagram...reactions1comment
The Importance of Prioritizing Conferences as a Health AdvocateAs an advocate, author, and speaker, I can attest to the profound impact of conferences on my caregiver journey and how visiting conferences helped me develop into a more focused...reactionscomments
Remembering Ellen ReedWe are extremely saddened to say that on August 9, 2024, Ellen Reed passed away. Ellen was a valued member of both the AdvanceOvarianCancer.net community and the SocialHealthNetwork.com community, and...reactions1comment
Advocating for Psoriasis Awareness in Washington, D.C.I have been a psoriasis advocate for over ten years now. It started when I joined the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF). One of the things that the National Psoriasis Foundation...reactionscomments
Forgiving My Limitations as an Online Health AdvocateThis blog is inspired by a forum question by fellow SHN writer, Raquel Dozier, on the topic of forgiveness and forgiving ourselves as advocates. It got me thinking about the...reactions8comments
Through the PainWhen I was 27 years old, I was diagnosed with A.S. I had problems since high school but A.S. was hard to diagnose back then. I have been a personal...reactions9comments
When There’s More Than Meets the Eye: Coping With an Invisible IllnessIt can feel like a blessing and a curse at the same time. Being diagnosed with a chronic illness for which there is no cure, that’s invisible. You have the...reactions1comment
Connexion 2024 Forums Round-UpConnexion 2024 offered countless takeaways and learnings that can help propel you forward on your journey into health leadership. Here at the Social Health Network, we want to set you...reactionscomments
Needing a Break From AdvocacyIt has been ten years since I first started my psoriasis advocacy. I am always eager to be involved in anything that will help educate people about psoriasis. Whether it...reactions10comments
Menopause and Chronic Illness a Journey to Finding ReliefAs a woman who has lived with chronic illness for many years, I thought I had a good handle on managing my symptoms. However, when menopause arrived, I found myself...reactions1comment
The Evolution of Health Advocacy and Health ActivismOver the past decade, the landscape of health advocacy has undergone a remarkable transformation. From the way we perceive healthcare to the tools we use for activism (because, let’s face...reactionscomments
The Secret to Building Your Advocacy Social Media BrandI started trying to find my voice after chronic illness turned my life upside down. I had no clue what I was doing, felt like an imposter, and could barely...reactions1comment
Getting Used for Clickbait: My Biggest Advocacy Interview MistakeI used to think that all advocacy was good advocacy. I would jump on any opportunity that came my way to collaborate with an organization, providing I had the spoons for it. I figured the more organizations...reactions10comments
Tips for Your First Conference: Based on My First ExperienceAs a Social Health Network and patient advocate, it is entirely possible that you will have the opportunity to attend a conference event at one point or another. As an...reactions5comments
Blindness to Brilliance: Journey of Resilience and AdvocacyGrowing up in Alabama as the youngest in my family, I discovered a passion for hands-on projects that benefit my community, driven by a deep empathy for others. Music, particularly...reactions4comments
The Value of Health Advocates Collaborating With Nonprofits and BusinessesI am a health advocate, and I strongly believe in the power of collaboration to drive positive change in the healthcare industry. Collaborating with nonprofit organizations, other advocates, and businesses...reactions4comments
5 Things To Know Before Your First Speaking EngagementAs a healthcare professional, speaking at a conference is a great way to share your knowledge, establish yourself as an expert, and network with peers. But if you're new to...reactions1comment
Connexion 2024 Highlights and ReplaysOn June 26, 2024, hundreds of Health Leaders, advocates, speakers, and award nominees gathered together for the 8th annual Connexion conference. It was inspiring to see so many faces from...reactionscomments
