Advocates in Action

Have you ever felt intimidated, confused, or overwhelmed when trying to navigate the health care system? In those moments it can be hard to advocate for yourself and those you care about. Join our host ...more

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December 28, 2023 00:23:57
I'm Their Only Patient

I'm Their Only Patient

Empowered and Heard: Vanessa Spurlock’s Journey from Cancer Patient to Advocate What if your doctor made you feel like you were their only patient?...

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December 06, 2023 00:17:08
Three Communities, One Mission

Three Communities, One Mission

A Journey of Connection: Understanding Shared Decision-Making with Patients, Caregivers, and Providers What does shared decision-making really mean for those living with cancer and...

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August 28, 2023 00:24:35
Hispanic Health is not Homogenous

Hispanic Health is not Homogenous

Understanding Health Through Diversity: Dr. Luisa Borrell on Hispanic and Latino Health Inequities To truly tackle health inequities, we must first understand the unique...

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July 31, 2023 00:20:19
Resilience in the Face of Erasure: Advocacy, Identity and the Future of Native Communities

Resilience in the Face of Erasure: Advocacy, Identity and the Future of Native Communities

Resilience in the Face of Erasure: Advocacy, Identity and the Future of Native Communities "There have been so many attempts to erase us, to...

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June 08, 2023 00:29:42
Inclusive Care: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Health

Inclusive Care: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Health

Walt Whitman once said, "I am large, I contain multitudes," and this quote beautifully reflects the complexity and diversity of our identities. But does...

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April 20, 2023 00:27:50
Generations of Advocacy: A Conversation on Healthcare, History, and Healing

Generations of Advocacy: A Conversation on Healthcare, History, and Healing

Generations of Advocacy: A Conversation on Healthcare, History, and Healing In this powerful seventh season, host Ashley D. Freeman sits down for an intimate,...

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