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Let’s Look at Mental Health Myths + Facts
Mental health is inextricably tied to physical health. According to the Centers for Disease Control, mental health "includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices." 1 Patient advocacy is hard work, and it…
Advice for Getting Started in Advocacy
The journey to begin advocacy can feel overwhelming. Many questions arise. How do I start? What do I say? Does anyone want to hear from me? We recently asked Social Health Network members to share their best first steps: “Let’s talk advocacy. For many, taking the first step to openly talk about what they’re going…For Bob
Robert, always Bob, DeMarco passed away recently – and we have all lost a true patient leader, a tireless advocate, researcher, and supporter for Alzheimer's caregivers, a gifted author, and an inexhaustible speaker. [caption id="attachment_27822" align="alignright" width="300"] Spotted: Jack Barrette and Bob DeMarco (Alzheimer's Reading Room) catching up in Florida.[/caption] Bob never sought awards or…
Announcing the Inaugural Industry Honorees of the 10th Annual WEGO Health Awards
For 10 years, the nominees, finalists, and winners of the WEGO Health awards have brought to all who know them overwhelming inspiration and appreciation for making patient advocacy their mission. This year’s winners are no different and as incredible as ever. What set this year’s class apart from those prior is the addition of some…