Your Story Has Power: Advocacy, Diagnosis & Showing Up for Yourself

About this episode

Brindley and Cyd discuss the importance of storytelling and advocacy within the HS community.

Send us Fan Mail Brindley and Cyd (@socialcydd) dive into the questions the HS community asks most — from how to get connected, to recognizing symptoms, to finding your voice as an advocate. Together, they explore the real impact of storytelling in the HS space. How sharing your journey can change someone else's life, highlight gaps in care, and open doors not only for personal healing but also for the entire HS community. Cyd reflects on her own experiences speaking publicly, connecting with...

People in this episode

Hosts: Brindley, Cyd

Topics covered

• advocacy
• diagnosis
• storytelling
• community support
• personal healing

Keywords

• Hidradenitis Suppurativa
• advocacy
• storytelling
• community
• healthcare

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: HS Connect

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