You have to take the time to invest in your own health.

January 13, 2025 | 21m 16s

This storyteller shares their health journey with High blood pressure and how healthcare can give more to empower patients to make informed health changes.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:60 - 69

GENDER:Male

EDUCATION:Some college or 2-year degree

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

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient,Caregiver

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Brain and Nerves

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Brain and Nerves; High Blood Pressure; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; 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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