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
Replay: Connexion Advocacy Crafting Session With Carolyn RotellaHealthcare advocacy as a Health Leader is deeply meaningful work--it can also quickly lead to burnout. Crafting effective health advocacy strategies requires...reactionscomments
How To Use Social Media as a Patient LeaderPatient advocacy can take many forms. Some examples are writing your senators in favor of research funding, leading a support group, or...reactions2comments
Replay: Connexion Patient Leader Certification LaunchThe Health Union Patient Leader Certification Program offers a comprehensive toolkit for Patient Leaders seeking to elevate their impact in the healthcare...reactionscomments
Importance of Patient PerspectivesLiving with a chronic illness comes along with a few facts of life - the first is that our experience of our...reactionscomments
What’s The Secret to Landing a Social Media Campaign?Through the Social Health Network, you’ll be able to learn a lot about branding yourself as a professional Health Leader. We want...reactions2comments
How I Became a Patient AdvocateTwenty years ago, when I was first diagnosed with a lifelong illness, I would never have imagined what that diagnose would mean...reactions2comments
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
Advocating Like a Journalist: Tips for Sharing Newsworthy ContentSo much of how we advocate involves storytelling and creating content that leaves a lasting impression. It can be overwhelming to know...reactions2comments
Getting Involved in Health Policy AdvocacyGetting to know your local senators and representatives and getting involved in health policy advocacy is a great way to make a...reactionscomments
The Cycle of Patient and Health AdvocacyAt the Social Health Network, our job is to help support you as you grow from a patient or caregiver to a...reactionscomments
Fibromyalgia & Mental Health: This Didn’t Happen Overnight!If you are a person living with fibromyalgia, it is very likely that you are also affected by mental health. Due to...reactions2comments
Expanding Presence, Gaining Visibility, and Advocating For MyselfMany of us in chronic disease communities are well connected on social media and often share our personal experiences with our health...reactions2comments
An Interview With Kelly Cervantes, Author of Normal Broken: The Grief Companion...Kelly Cervantes is an award-winning writer, speaker, and advocate. We had the privilege of interviewing her in light of her upcoming book:...reactions1comment
Meeting a New Doctor, Again? 3 Simple Steps to PrepareWhen you’re a seasoned patient, it can feel like a drag to meet a new doctor for the umpteenth time. But for...reactionscomments
Advice for Getting Started in AdvocacyThe journey to begin advocacy can feel overwhelming. Many questions arise. How do I start? What do I say? Does anyone want...reactionscomments
What Does Advocacy Burnout Look Like for You?Burnout can be defined as a state of prolonged physical or mental stress. Its symptoms can include exhaustion, depression, anxiety, lack of...reactions2comments
5 Reasons to Consider the Health Union Patient Leader Certification ProgramIn the realm of healthcare advocacy and patient empowerment, the role of Patient Leaders has gained significant importance. Patient Leaders play a...reactions11comments
Community Views: Most Rewarding Advocacy ExperienceBeing a health advocate is such a powerful experience for a variety of reasons. To learn more about the ways this role...reactionscomments
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
