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 Ashley Danyel Freeman as she speaks with patients, providers and caregivers who have found the strength to advocate for equitable access to affordable quality health care. Advocates in Action is created by the Patient Advocate Foundation, a non-profit with the objective of prioritizing the patient voice to achieve person-centered care. We are dedicated to amplifying the powerful stories of individuals and the collective needs of various communities across the country.
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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 Ashley Danyel Freeman as she speaks with patients, providers and caregivers who have found the strength to advocate for equitable access to affordable quality health care. Advocates in Action is created by the Patient Advocate Foundation, a non-profit with the objective of prioritizing the patient voice to achieve person-centered care. We are dedicated to amplifying the powerful stories of individuals and the collective needs of various communities across the country.
A Journey of Strength, Faith, and Family: Desiree Nuckols on Her Breast Cancer Story
When faced with a breast cancer diagnosis, each person must decide whether to take the journey privately or lean on the support of those around them. For Desiree Nuckols, who was diagnosed at just 28 years old, the choice was clear—she would face the fight with her family by her side. This decision wasn’t without its challenges, especially after the loss of her mother to breast cancer just a few years prior. But Desiree’s journey brought unexpected blessings—moments of deep gratitude, faith, and unity.
In this heartfelt episode, Desiree opens up about how this difficult chapter not only strengthened her bond with her family but also transformed her life. From giving her life to God to learning how to advocate for herself in the healthcare system, Desiree shares how she found empowerment in the face of fear. She also discusses the deep satisfaction of paying forward the kindness she received to other patients in need.
Despite the fear, there were moments of joy that reminded her of the strength of love and connection. Join us as Desiree reflects on how her cancer journey, though tough, became a path to self-discovery, gratitude, and healing for her and her family.
This work is a part of Patient Advocate Foundation's Shared Decision-Making at Critical Points in a Long Illness Journey, a project made possible in part by support from the Danaher Foundation.
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 Ashley Danyel Freeman as she speaks with patients, providers and caregivers who have found the strength to advocate for equitable access to affordable quality health care. Advocates in Action is created by the Patient Advocate Foundation, a non-profit with the objective of prioritizing the patient voice to achieve person-centered care. We are dedicated to amplifying the powerful stories of individuals and the collective needs of various communities across the country.
