The doctors are there, but they are not Superman

November 19, 2019 | 15m 00s

A woman explains the importance of understanding what you put into your body and how important it is to care for your own health.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:60 - 69

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:Some college or 2-year degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:Black, African American, African, or Afro-Caribbean

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Bones, Joints and Muscles; Brain and Nerves; Digestive System; Ear, Nose and Throat; Endocrine System; Eyes and Vision; Immune System; Kidneys and Urinary System; Lungs and Breathing; Mouth and Teeth; Skin, Hair and Nails; Female Reproductive System; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Cancers; Diabetes; Brain and Nerves; Genetics/Birth Defects; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health; Obesity; Poisoning or poisons in the environment; Pregnancy and Reproduction; Substance Abuse; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; 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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