Using Advocacy to Cope with Chronic Illness ft. Angela Gibbons

In this episode, we are joined by Angela Gibbons, patient advocate, research partner and founder of The HS Support Network UK and Ireland.

We explore her journey of multiple chronic illnesses and how she went from "not telling a soul" to gradually seeking opportunities for change.

Today, Angela is involved in numerous national and international projects and has set up a charity supporting those with the often overlooked and misunderstood condition of hidradenitis suppurativa.

Like so many, we'll discuss how this pursuit of advocacy and action is part of Angela's coping strategy and how you can get involved.

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Music Credit: Buffon – by Gideon Murray