Because of COVID...I found a new me, and I definitely like the new me.

August 31, 2023 | 14m 24s

This storyteller shares how the COVID-19 pandemic made her felt not incontrol so she took it as a sign to quit smoking and improve her diet and lifestyle.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:40 - 49

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:Some college or 2-year degree

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

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):7xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Bones, Joints and Muscles; Ear, Nose and Throat; Immune System; Kidneys and Urinary System; Lungs and Breathing; Mouth and Teeth; Skin, Hair and Nails; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Cancers; COVID-19; Diabetes; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health; Substance Abuse; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC: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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