Episode 72 - Unstoppable Resilience

Join us on this week's episode featuring Navya Juneja, a university student and a patient partner living with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. In this week's discussion, Navya candidly shares her journey, from the early symptoms to her recent diagnosis and the challenges of finding the right medications. Natasha and Navya delve into essential topics, such as university accommodations compared to high school, providing practical advice on how to request and access the necessary support. They also explore the transition of care from pediatric to adult rheumatology clinics, shedding light on the significance of continuity and tailored healthcare services for young adults like Navya. Beyond her medical journey, Navya passionately shares her love for dance and her involvement with Take a Pain Check and SickKids, revealing how individuals can thrive and find purpose even while managing a chronic illness.

Navya's Socials: Instagram: @navyaa_j LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navya-jun... Facebook: facebook.com/navyaajunejaa Our socials: Website: https://www.takeapaincheck.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeapainch... Twitter: https://twitter.com/takeapaincheck​​​ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeapaincheck Growing Pains, Copyright, 2018, Alessia Cara