Patient Advocate Spotlight: Shelly Mathews
There is growing concern within the chronic pain community about accessing medication that properly manages... Continue reading »
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California S.B. 1156 is disastrous for chronic disease patients
New legislation has been introduced in California that, if passed, will pose disastrous consequences for... Continue reading »
3 tips to help make sure your voice is heard
“Modern Family” star Sarah Hyland battles kidney dysplasia, a kidney abnormality develop in the womb.... Continue reading »
In the news: Three states where harmful health insurance practices are making headlines
3.27.18 Patients, advocates and elected officials often use the media to promote legislation and bring... Continue reading »
Patient Advocate Spotlight: Molly Weiss
Molly Weiss’ chronic disease story began on a roller derby court in Florida. Weiss was... Continue reading »
American Kidney Fund celebrates women battling kidney disease
Not only is today World Kidney Day, it’s also International Women’s Day. Today, the American... Continue reading »
Chronic Disease Coalition launches Ambassador program
Last month, the Chronic Disease Coalition launched our Ambassador program with the help of 17... Continue reading »
Some we win, some we lose
On behalf of patient rights, the CDC fights many legislative battles across the country. Some... Continue reading »
Protect patients over insurers' profits
At the beginning of February, over 100 patients in Hawaii who relied on charitable assistance... Continue reading »