Putting Patients First
The Chronic Disease Coalition (CDC) advocates on behalf of people with chronic diseases and helps them advocate for themselves. We do this by working to improve state and federal policies that put patients first so that more people can access the affordable healthcare they need. With nearly half of all Americans managing a chronic disease, we can improve the quality of life for all families.
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Coalition Ambassador Kimberly Boddie at the 2026 Lupus Foundation of America National Advocate Summit
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Coalition Ambassador Mary Baliker with Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor, Sara Rodriguez
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Coalition Ambassador CJ Walker at the Virginia State Capital celebrating Chronic Disease Month
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Coalition Ambassador Dustin Miller (left) meeting with lawmakers at the 2025 Wisconsin Rare Disease Advocacy Day
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Coalition Ambassador Claire Sachs (at podium) on Capitol Hill
Latest News
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Mental Health Care Is Chronic Disease Care – So Why Won’t Insurers Treat it That Way?If you manage a chronic disease, you know the work involved: tracking symptoms, navigating insurance, making it to appointments, managing medications. What doesn’t always get talked about is the…
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Medicaid Work Requirements: Protecting Patients While Keeping Communities StrongWhen people talk about Medicaid work requirements, they often talk about who isn’t working. But for people managing chronic disease, the more important question is: what makes work possible in the…
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Take Action Now: California SpotlightRight now, California lawmakers are debating bills that will directly affect how patients access medications, navigate insurance coverage, and manage out-of-pocket costs. Some proposals would improve…
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My Chronic Companion: Meet the Pets Who Bring Joy to Our Ambassador CommunityIn celebration of National Pet Day on April 11, the Coalition is recognizing the furry friends who bring joy to the lives of our ambassadors. Owning a pet not only brings companionship, but can…
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Ambassador Spotlight
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Tara Dulohery Kansas View Story
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Sam Rhodehamel California View Story
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Milli Garala Texas View Story
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Caitlyn Brown California View Story
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Ashlyn Gierling Texas View Story
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Adam Lindo Florida View Story
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Hope Little Kentucky View Story
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CJ Walker Virginia View Story
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Michael & Christina Gilchrist Utah View Story
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Curtis Warfield Indiana View Story
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Mindy Bartleson Massachusetts View Story
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Saida Mahoney California View Story
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Kimberly Graves Texas View Story
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Beth Ruff Pennsylvania View Story
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Maureen Sullivan-Tevault Tennessee View Story
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James "Uncle Jim” Myers Indiana View Story
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Meghan McCormick Arizona View Story
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Gwen Mayes Maryland View Story
Policy Map
The Chronic Disease Coalition is active in state legislatures nationwide, advocating on the issues that matter most to patients. Click your state to see if we're working your area, and reach out if you'd like to add your voice.