Tag Archives: patient stories

Mental Health and the Patient Point of View:
More High-Quality Stories Needed

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Laura Newman

I am thrilled that later today, Martha Roberts’ post on her own experience taking medication for mental illness, will run here. I first came across her post through a tweet from Ben Goldacre, author of Bad Pharma. It’s nice to … Continue reading →

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More High-Quality Stories Needed

No More Struggling to Find Co-Pay Dollars for Contraception!

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Laura Newman

Written by Keely Monroe, Raising Women’s Voices This blog was originally posted for the What’s in it for Women? campaign. To learn more about the campaign and the wins women get from the new health law, please visit www.CountDowntoCoverage.org Today is … Continue reading →

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Looking for a Doctor

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Laura Newman

Guest Post by Esther Cohen Many people I know, of every age and proclivity, are looking for a new doctor. Even if they have one already. A good doctor’s not easy to find. We have, many of us, moved away … Continue reading →

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WordCount Blogathon Opens Door to Unusual Patient Stories

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Laura Newman

On May 1, I joined the Word Count Blogathon, and already, I am meeting bloggers who have amazing stories to tell about the healthcare system. Among the stories that I hope to share with you are the following: What happens … Continue reading →

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