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Advocacy in Action: Raising Awareness for Lupus
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In this episode of Living Chronic, Brandy Schantz speaks with Mamello, a lupus patient and advocate from South Africa. They discuss the challenging journey to diagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and the role of support networks in managing chronic illness. Mamello shares her experiences with lupus, the misconceptions surrounding chronic illness, and her efforts to raise awareness through social media. The conversation emphasizes the need for understanding and support from friends, family, and the medical community, as well as practical advice for those newly diagnosed with chronic conditions. Be sure to follow Mamello on Instagram and Tiktok @blackgirlwithlupus
68 episodes
Manage episode 484413910 series 3407762
In this episode of Living Chronic, Brandy Schantz speaks with Mamello, a lupus patient and advocate from South Africa. They discuss the challenging journey to diagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and the role of support networks in managing chronic illness. Mamello shares her experiences with lupus, the misconceptions surrounding chronic illness, and her efforts to raise awareness through social media. The conversation emphasizes the need for understanding and support from friends, family, and the medical community, as well as practical advice for those newly diagnosed with chronic conditions. Be sure to follow Mamello on Instagram and Tiktok @blackgirlwithlupus
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