...as we're talking about health rather than illness, that's a good thing.

June 18, 2020 | 22m 00s

This storyteller shares how commiting to a life of having a positive outlook, doing the things you enjoy, and taking the time to educate yourself on current health related materials, will lead to sustainable healthy lifestyle.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:More than a college 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; Immune System; Lungs and Breathing; Mental Health; Overall physical health and Nutrition

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:COVID-19; Diabetes; Brain and Nerves; Genetics/Birth Defects; Mental Health

TOPIC:Finding out a diagnosis; 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; Getting health care that is right for your cultural or religious beliefs

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