And making sure I'm putting myself in positions where I'm not stressing about unnecessary things.

May 02, 2023 | 15m 15s

This storyteller shares how a second visit to a different hospital led to a diagnosis of Lupus, treatment, and the impact racial bias has on getting prompt treatment.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES
20 - 29
Female
Some college or 2-year degree
Black, African American, African, or Afro-Caribbean
2xxxx
Patient
STORY TYPE
Endocrine System; Immune System; Lungs and Breathing
Having multiple health conditions at the same time
Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need
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