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www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

The children of the contaminated blood scandal

Thousands of NHS patients, including children, were infected with HIV and hepatitis C from contaminated blood products before 2019. [ more ]
time.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

Long Dismissed, Chronic Lyme Disease Is Finally Getting Its Moment

Misdiagnosis can lead to years of suffering and challenges in identifying the root cause of health issues. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Medicine

She hid her young onset Parkinson's diagnosis for years. Now she's an 'unshakeable' advocate | CBC Radio

Dr. Soania Mathur was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at 28, leading to her shift from family medicine to patient advocacy. [ more ]
sharingdash.medianewsgroup.com
3 weeks ago
Medicine

You've covered your copayment; now brace yourself for the facility fee'

State lawmakers are working to address excessive hospital facility fees for routine services, resulting in unexpected additional charges for patients and dissatisfaction among employers and patients. [ more ]
time.com
3 weeks ago
Medicine

How to Advocate for Yourself at Doctor's Visits, According to Doctors

Effective communication and advocacy during doctor's visits leads to better health outcomes and satisfaction. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Wellness

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Dentist

To get the best results at the dentist, experts recommend advocating for yourself by asking questions and understanding the treatments offered. [ more ]
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BBC News
6 months ago
Coronavirus

'Long Covid triggered our MCAS, but doctors didn't believe us'

Advocacy groups for people with long Covid and secondary illnesses feel that they are forgotten and poorly treated by doctors.
Some individuals with long Covid and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) have experienced anger and disbelief from doctors.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence defines long Covid as symptoms that persist for more than 12 weeks and are not explained by another diagnosis. [ more ]
Independent.ie
6 months ago
Medicine

Bride-to-be who had to learn to walk again after stroke at age 22 campaigns for 'invisible' patients

Meaghan O'Brien, a stroke survivor, has graduated as an Irish Heart Foundation patient champion to advocate for heart and stroke patients.
O'Brien defied doctors by regaining the ability to walk and returning to work.
The Patient Champion programme will involve advocating for fellow patients and lobbying for their needs in policy decisions. [ more ]
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