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... By Elle Cole2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
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... By Jed Finley3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 the goal of bringing empathy, support, and humanity... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
2024 Social Health Awards WinnersThe 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... By Editorial Team 9 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 more collaborative approach is taking center stage, emphasizing... By Racquel H. Dozier4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How to Avoid Advocacy FatigueIn 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... By Elle Cole5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Are You Attending Social Health Connexion 2024? Share It on Your Socials!If you are attending Social Health Connexion 2024, let your community know by downloading these images and sharing them on your social media pages! Just click on the individual images... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How To Create an Advocacy Poster for a Conference (and Other Conference Tips!)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... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 be the perfect platform for you! Podcasting has... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
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 to know our Health Leaders better through their... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How I Carved Out My Niche in the World of Chronic Illness AdvocacyNavigating 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... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Getting Comfortable Speaking About End of Life Care and DeathEditor's note: Read Ellen's first article titled "It Isn't Over Until It's Over: Deciding to Stop Chemotherapy" here. An early memory: At three years old, nine of our family members... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 online health advocacy journey, I have often wondered... By Teresa Alabata3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 because they feel a sense of trust and... By Elle Cole2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Learning About Health Literacy Changed the Way I Advocate for Myself and OthersFor 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... By Racquel H. Dozier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Spending Time Building Relationships With My Congressional MembersThere 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... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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 the belief that a person’s abilities and intelligence... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
It Isn't Over Until It's Over: Deciding to Stop ChemotherapyBefore 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... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Expect From Connexion 2024The Social Health Network is super excited to announce our 8th Connexion! Connexion is a unique conference that focuses on advancing advocacy efforts and bringing together hundreds of Health Leaders... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments