advocacy

As one of Health Union's 40+ communities, the Social Health Network welcomes patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals from all condition areas with the goal of bringing empathy, support, and humanity...

The Social Health Awards honor and recognize the efforts of patients and caregivers within their communities and at the industry level. Our Health Leaders constantly amaze us through their unique...

The traditional doctor-patient dynamic, where the doctor pronounces and the patient obeys, is fading into the past. As it should! Today, a more collaborative approach is taking center stage, emphasizing...

After months of struggling with symptoms that I had no idea were common for colorectal cancer, on June 7th, 2012 I heard the dreaded words: You have cancer. I was...

In today's fast-paced healthcare system, people living with chronic illnesses and their loved ones often find themselves navigating a complex maze of medical procedures, insurance claims, and doctor appointments. Being...

Many patient advocates may have had the pleasure of observing, and in some cases showcasing, an abstract or poster at a conference. It can be an intense experience if you’re...

Are you passionate about health advocacy, itching to share your thoughts and ideas with others? If so, starting a health podcast might be the perfect platform for you! Podcasting has...

We’re excited to announce our 2024 Social Health Awards finalists! It's been an incredible experience for our judges (and team) to get to know our Health Leaders better through their...

Navigating the world of chronic illness is kind of like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube, blindfolded, and with one hand tied behind your back. It’s confusing, often frustrating, but...

I have been sharing online content about eczema since 2012 on Instagram and later Youtube since 2017. Ever since I've begun my online health advocacy journey, I have often wondered...

As advocates, we often find ourselves in the role of putting out little fires everywhere. People come to us first for help because they feel a sense of trust and...

For most of my life, navigating the healthcare system felt like I was lost in a foreign country. Medical terms flew over my head. All of the discharge instructions seemed...

There is so much I am still learning about being an advocate even though I have been one for ten plus years. My first trip to D.C. to meet with...

The concept of a growth mindset has gained traction in recent years. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a “growth mindset” refers to the belief that a person’s abilities and intelligence...

Before all else, this article begins with a sincere statement of gratitude. To my delight, Social Health Network is again giving me a platform to share my voice.  As you...

My health journey began like any other - I was a healthy, active, young adult with big dreams and ambitions for my future. That all changed when I started experiencing...

After many years of trial and error with doctors, my axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpa) was under control with a prescription of biologics and physiotherapy. On paper I should have been sorted...

In this day and age, there are so many mediums available for advocacy. Exploring the best options for advocacy is a very personal process. The best kind of advocacy is...

Never in my wildest dreams did I picture myself as a chronic illness advocate. Seriously, if you had told me as a kid that one day I'd be fighting for...

The hat for advocacy involves various components. Your advocacy can consist of many of possibilities: I’m going to delve in further with the latter as there have been many eyes...