Selena Gomez’s battle with lupus – a disease that disproportionately affects women and people of color
She’s a singer, producer, actress and the most followed person on Instagram. Selena Gomez is... Continue reading »
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Patient Advocate Spotlight: Jillian Skalky
September is National Service Dog Month. For many with chronic disease, it’s a time to... Continue reading »
Facebook group helps chronic disease patients suffering from Hurricane Irma destruction
When natural disaster strikes, communities are left devastated by the destruction. Following a disaster, chronic... Continue reading »
California tables harmful dialysis bill, scoring a win for kidney patients
The Sacramento Bee has reported that California's Senate Bill 349 has been halted for 2017... Continue reading »
Four times people went above and beyond to help chronically ill patients during Hurricane Harvey
As Hurricane Harvey pummeled Texas, hundreds of heroes stepped up to help patients with chronic... Continue reading »
Q&A with aspiring author and patient advocate Mindy Bartleson
9.7.2017 “You’ve got to look at the positive.” “It could be worse.” “You can do... Continue reading »
Maudie: An artist’s fight against rheumatoid arthritis
9.5.17 “Maudie” hit theaters earlier this summer. A biopic based on the life of Canadian... Continue reading »
Anthem Insurance denies access to breakthrough treatment for diabetes patients
Doctors should determine what’s medically necessary – not insurance companies 8.31.17 In yet another example... Continue reading »
The Chronic Disease Coalition will attend AAKP’s Annual National Patient Meeting
8.29.17 The American Association of Kidney Patients will host the 43rd Annual National Patient Meeting... Continue reading »