What Health Leaders Are Saying: Benefits of the Patient Leader CertificationHealth Union's Patient Leader Certification is the first of its kind. This program helps sharpen and improve health advocacy skills. Divided into...reactions5comments
Why I Wrote a New Book to Give Voice to Chronic Pain SufferersAside from the difficulty in diagnosing vague and mysterious autoimmune conditions, I found that one of the most challenging aspects of my...reactionscomments
Our 2026 Social Health Awards Survey ResultsEvery year, we host the Social Health Awards. We’ve been proudly honoring the Health Leaders who transform personal experience into collective empathy...reactionscomments
Compensated Social Media Opportunity for ATTR-CM Amyloidosis Patient LeadersThe Social Health Network is looking for ATTR-CM patient leaders active on Instagram and Facebook to participate in a unique opportunity to...reactionscomments
After 112 Days in the PICU, Respiratory Season Looks DifferentElle was our fourth baby and I thought I had this newborn thing figured out. The sleepy snuggles, the 3am feeds, the...reactionscomments
A Sniffle Away from Losing My MindSOS! The unrelenting storm of cold and flu season has threatened to rock the boat. By boat-–I mean me–-a mom living with...reactionscomments
A Fall Preparation Guide: Entering the Season With an Attitude of GratitudeI’ll admit it. Fall has never been my favorite season. The falling leaves carry with them a very heavy weight for me...reactionscomments
Eight Tips for Managing the Cold Weather With A Chronic Respiratory IllnessAs winter approaches, the chill and snow become part of the landscape. It's an opportune moment to discuss effective strategies for navigating...reactionscomments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The BasicsRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactionscomments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory InfectionsThe flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactionscomments
RSV in the NewsAs the temperature drops each fall and winter, so do our chances of staying healthy. Unfortunately, this means that respiratory infections like...reactionscomments
Can RSV Affect Older Children?I like to keep up with current events. I was surprised to see every TV station and social media outlet were running...reactionscomments
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...reactions12comments
FDA Rules for Health Leaders: What You Can Say About Treatments (and What You Can’t)You know to disclose your paid partnerships. But disclosure is only half the job. When your content involves prescription drugs, medical devices...reactionscomments
From Lived Experience to Leadership: The Missing Link You Didn’t Know You NeededIf you’ve ever shared your health journey online, spoken up in a support group, or helped someone else feel less alone in...reactions2comments
3 Strategies To Land Paid Social Media Campaigns as a Patient Leader in 2026, 2027, and BeyondIn the growing world of patient influencers, landing paid social media campaigns requires more than just a great story — it’s about...reactions1comment
After Leukemia, Dealing With Skin CancerEditor's note: This article was written by Ronni Gordon and first appeared on Blood-Cancer.com. Heading to my checkup the other day at...reactionscomments
Health Leadership OpportunitiesSocial Health Network opportunities and partnerships give Health Leaders the chance to share their stories and receive payment for their participation. You're...reactions12comments
Why Being Responsible is Your New Competitive Advantage: U.S. Responsible Influence CertificationWhen it comes to sharing our health journeys online, trust isn't just a nice to have - it is our only currency...reactions3comments
My Experience Being a Judge for the Social Health Network AwardsI had the great privilege of acting as a judge for the Social Health Awards. Working in just one of many categories...reactionscomments
