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 laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 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 laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 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 laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 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 laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 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 laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lessons Learned From Starting an Awareness Brand & Finding Your Unique Voice in AdvocacyMy 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... By Kristine Hoestermann8 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 personal process. The best kind of advocacy is... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Navigating Stress, Anxiety, and Depression as Patient AdvocatesAs patient advocates, we dedicate ourselves to supporting others through their healthcare journeys. However, amidst our commitment to others, it's crucial not to neglect our own mental health. Stress, anxiety... By Racquel H. Dozier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Everything You Need to Know About the Social Health AwardsThe Social Health Awards were created to embody the mission of the Social Health Network: to empower Patient Leaders. Previously known as the WEGO Health Awards, this program has proven... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How My Struggle With Chronic Illness Unexpectedly Turned Into AdvocacyNever 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... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Choosing The Best Means for Advocacy on Social PlatformsThe 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... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Empowering Parents To Raise Healthy AdvocatesParenting is a challenging responsibility, especially when it comes to raising children who are passionate about their health and the well-being of others. As a mom of twins who watch... By Elle Cole3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Running an Online Support Group for Those Living With Chronic IllnessLiving with a chronic illness can be a challenging and isolating experience. The physical and emotional toll it takes on individuals often requires a level of understanding and support that... By Jed Finley3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
So, You Want To Be a Patient Advocate: Tips for Taking the PlungeStarting anything new can be daunting. One of the most frequent questions I receive from those wanting to break into the patient advocacy space is how to get started, how... By Natalie Hayden5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Getting Started on SocialHealthNetwork.comAre you looking to grow your health leadership skills? Perhaps you want an online space where you can share your health journey and connect with other Health Leaders. Or, maybe... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why I Became an MS AdvocateThe day my doctor told me I had multiple sclerosis, I felt like my life had been ripped apart. I was a bodybuilder, a gym owner, a man who defined... By David Lyons3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Balancing Advocacy and Privacy: A Parent's Journey in National Health AdvocacyWhen our daughter was diagnosed with the rare disease known as sickle cell anemia at just a few weeks old, our lives took an unexpected turn. We were faced with... By Elle Cole2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Reason for Advocating (and Journaling Prompts To Find Yours)Many of us are Social Health Network advocates here. We advocate for people that suffer from illnesses that we may or may not also suffer from. Sometimes we are patients... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
APPLY NOW! HealtheVoices 2024 Conference for AdvocatesHealtheVoices, Johnson & Johnson’s one-of-a-kind leadership program for online health advocates, is now accepting attendee and speaker applications for its annual conference, September 27-29, 2024 in Princeton, New Jersey! Now... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 12 lessons, this program goes at your own... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments