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Patients play an active role in their treatment

Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient-Reported Survey Data | 2020

August 27, 2020

Only 16% of people living with rheumatoid arthritis feel controlled on their current treatment plan, according to new Health Union survey data.

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Social Media Communities in Times of Physical Distance

August 20, 2020

While COVID-19 has resulted in a need to physically isolate, experts are concerned that the associated social isolation will have negative consequences.

Lung Cancer Patient-Reported Survey Data | 2020

August 13, 2020

Many people living with lung cancer report feeling a stigma associated with their condition, according to new Health Union survey data.

Playing an Active Role in Treatment Yields More Confidence in Patients

August 4, 2020

Whether a person plays an active role in treatment or not, the majority of patients surveyed do not feel controlled on their current treatment plan.

Not All Community Platforms Are Created Equal

February 10, 2026

Picking the right community partner matters, especially now. Discover why Health Union is the gold standard for online health communities.

Leading With Lived Experience: Why Rare Disease Leadership Starts With Patients

December 18, 2025

Learn how building community, recognizing expertise, and meeting patients where they are drive industry leadership and high-impact campaigns.

From Patient Education to Product Innovation: Pam Munnelly on Health Union’s Patient-Centered Approach

December 16, 2025

Bridging Empathy and Innovation: Health Union’s Pam Munnelly explains how a deep history in patient education drives their product strategy, from responsible AI to self-advocacy tools.

Content + Conversations: Driving Action Through Contextual Relevance and Engagement

December 2, 2025

See how Health Union’s integrated approach, built on Context Quality, delivers superior performance and efficient conversions for healthcare brands.

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