Sometimes they're better and sometimes...our systems that are in place now

November 11, 2025 | 00m 00s

After being diagnosed with high blood pressure, this storyteller shares how the severity of her conditions has impacted side effects from medication, the improved care in diabetes, and how cost affects the level of care/coverage.

STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES
60 - 69
Female
Some college or 2-year degree
Black, African American, African, or Afro-Caribbean
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Patient
STORY TYPE
Diabetes; High Blood Pressure; Having multiple health conditions at the same time
Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you
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