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Why We’re Even Talking About Patient Advocacy

No one understands your health needs more than you. Whatever your current healthcare situation may be, you need to fight for the best care possible.

This collection is updated regularly and designed to inspire you to stand up for yourself in healthcare journey. If you’re already doing that, then this section also provides you with some important tools and tips for improving your experience by sharing your unique story and participating in our research surveys.

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The Dark Side of Mental Healthcare in Nigeria: Wole’s Encounter

Mental health care in Nigeria is often marred by stigma, cultural misconceptions, and a lack of empathy from medical staff……

A “Funny but Traumatizing” Experience: My Encounter with a Drunk Doctor

In Nigeria, healthcare delivery often faces challenges, including staffing issues, lack of facilities, and, at times, the unpredictability of medical…..

The Rise of Colorectal Cancer Amongst Young Nigerians

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC), is increasingly affecting younger Nigerians, marking a worrying trend in a country…..

Tackling Obesity: Tips for Sustainable Weight Loss

Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception. It increases the risk of chronic illnesses such…..

Depression in Nigeria: Uncovering the Silent Struggle

Depression is a significant mental health challenge in Nigeria, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While many people experience…..

When Care Turns Costly: A Family’s Tragic Loss in Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The Nigerian healthcare system is no stranger to stories of heartbreak and tragedy. While many individuals place their trust in…..

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The Dark Side of Mental Healthcare in Nigeria: Wole’s Encounter

Mental health care in Nigeria is often marred by stigma, cultural misconceptions, and a lack of empathy from medical staff……

A “Funny but Traumatizing” Experience: My Encounter with a Drunk Doctor

In Nigeria, healthcare delivery often faces challenges, including staffing issues, lack of facilities, and, at times, the unpredictability of medical…..

The Rise of Colorectal Cancer Amongst Young Nigerians

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC), is increasingly affecting younger Nigerians, marking a worrying trend in a country…..

Tackling Obesity: Tips for Sustainable Weight Loss

Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception. It increases the risk of chronic illnesses such…..

Depression in Nigeria: Uncovering the Silent Struggle

Depression is a significant mental health challenge in Nigeria, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While many people experience…..

When Care Turns Costly: A Family’s Tragic Loss in Nigeria’s Healthcare System

The Nigerian healthcare system is no stranger to stories of heartbreak and tragedy. While many individuals place their trust in…..

Webinar

Managing Chronic illness: A guide to organizing your care

Living with or caring for someone with a chronic condition can feel like a full time job. In this webinar, our panel of patient care experts offer resources and tools for taking control of the chaos that can come with chronic disease. Managing Chronic Illness Webinar

This webinar has 4 sections:

  • Tools & Materials featuring Carolanne Monteleone– Start time 3:30
  • Information About Yourself featuring Debbie Bitticks – Start time 13:43
  • Activating Your Healthcare Team (full panel) – Start time 28:40
  • Finances featuring Whitney Morrison of LegalZoom – Start time 39:15

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Patients Stand Up. Be Your Own Advocate.

Patients need and deserve ready access to treatments that are right for them. Patients Rising was formed to stand up for patients and to advocate for their rights.

The Patient Advocacy Guide by Prosper Chibuikem Anaedu MD MS