Our Health Leaders' Proudest Moments From 2022The end of the year is often a time for reflection. Many moments make up those 365 days. We asked Patient Leaders...reactionscomments
Connexion Replay: A Look At Health LeadershipHealth Leaders wear many hats. Some lead support groups, some advocate for their loved ones at the doctor's office, some work with...reactionscomments
Knowing Your Worth: Tips for Being Compensated for your Patient AdvocacyWhen you’ve lived with a chronic illness for years, it’s safe to say you become an expert on your condition and have...reactions4comments
Getting to Know Our Social Health Network MembersThe new Social Health Network (SHN) provides space to connect with other Patient Leaders. In August, we posted several prompts to the...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions4comments
To Help Us Better Understand Our Community, Tell Us About Yourself!As one of Health Union's 40+ communities, the Social Health Network welcomes patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals from all condition areas with...reactionscomments
Building Bridges to Better CareThe traditional doctor-patient dynamic, where the doctor pronounces and the patient obeys, is fading into the past. As it should! Today, a...reactions2comments
A How-To Guide for Self-Advocacy: Why Patient Advocacy is ImportantAfter the initial shock of a chronic or terminal illness diagnosis, questions arise. What does this mean? How do I manage the...reactions2comments
How I Generate Income as an AdvocateThere are different avenues to generate extra money through patient and healthcare advocacy. Here are some ways I generated income as a...reactions12comments
How Patient-Centered Care and Patient Advocacy Go Hand-in-HandIn the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the concepts of patient-centered care and patient leadership have become increasingly vital in shaping the quality...reactions1comment
Meet Our 2024 Social Health Award Finalists!We’re excited to announce our 2024 Social Health Awards finalists! It's been an incredible experience for our judges (and team) to get...reactions6comments
Starting Your Own Health PodcastAre you passionate about health advocacy, itching to share your thoughts and ideas with others? If so, starting a health podcast might...reactions5comments
Am I Doing Enough as an Online Health Advocate?I have been sharing online content about eczema since 2012 on Instagram and later Youtube since 2017. Ever since I've begun my...reactions2comments
What Kind of Social Health Network Advocate Are You?In this day and age, there are so many mediums available for advocacy. Exploring the best options for advocacy is a very...reactions8comments
Out of Necessity: Creating Lupus in Color to Help OthersLiving with lupus feels like navigating a complicated maze full of unexpected twists and turns. Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, can impact...reactions2comments
The Power of a Growth Mindset in Your Health Leadership JourneyThe concept of a growth mindset has gained traction in recent years. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a “growth mindset” refers to...reactions2comments
My Journey in Becoming a Health AdvocateMy journey as a health care advocate started years ago when I became a CNA (Certified Nurses Assistant) I have always enjoyed...reactions9comments
Interview: Hope's Idiopathic Condylar Resorption JourneyRecently we had the pleasure of interviewing Health Leader Hope Tocci, who wanted to share her experience living with Idiopathic Condylar Resorption...reactions1comment
Where We As Advocates Can Direct People for HelpAs advocates, we often find ourselves in the role of putting out little fires everywhere. People come to us first for help...reactions1comment
