Health Union & RheumatoidArthritis.net Named Finalist in MM&M Awards 2017: Healthcare Consumer Media Brand

On July 11, Health Union was named a finalist in MM&M’s 2017 Awards – Healthcare Consumer Media Brand – for RheumatoidArthritis.net. MM&M’s annual awards recognize and champion both creativity and effectiveness in healthcare marketing and communications.

Skin Cancer Patients’ Road to Diagnosis Can be Rocky

Skin Cancer In America 2017 survey finds that many skin cancer patients struggle with the shock of diagnosis and fear of recurrence once treated.

COPD Patients Struggle with More Than Breathing Difficulties

New survey demonstrates the emotional impact of COPD for patients and finds their healthcare providers are not very helpful in addressing these issues.

Survey Finds Parkinson’s Disease Impact on Quality of Life Is Significant

New survey of 1,100 people living with Parkinson’s Disease reveals frustrations of misdiagnosis and impact of symptoms on quality of life

Asthma Symptoms Hinders Patient Control of Disease, New Survey Reports

Asthma In America 2017 patient survey shows multiple asthma symptoms impact patients’ lifestyle and relationships; avoiding triggers is ongoing challenge.

IBD Patients Experience Invisible & Life-altering Burdens

IBD In America 2017 survey results illustrates misdiagnosis, invisible symptoms, and the impact on inflammatory bowel disease patients’ daily lives.

New Survey Finds Multiple Sclerosis Patients Struggle with Misdiagnosis and Invisible Symptoms

MS in America 2017, a national survey of more than 5,300 individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), reveals many people initially received an improper diagnosis and have trouble finding an effective treatment. The survey, conducted between January 25 and March 1, 2017, also finds patients struggle with pain and symptoms that impact many aspects of daily life. MS in America 2017 is the fifth annual Health Union survey about the condition.

IBS In America Survey Finds Patients Struggle with Diagnosis

IBS In America 2017, a national survey by Health Union of more than 1,300 individuals who have experienced Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms, reveals many people initially chose to do nothing about symptoms and often received an improper diagnosis. The survey, released through Health Union’s online community, IrritableBowelSyndrome.net, also finds patients are unsatisfied with their health care professionals (HCPs), struggle with negative feelings, and a majority are also diagnosed with other health conditions.

Survey Finds Lung Cancer Patients Stressed and Scared but Hopeful

Lung Cancer In America 2017, a newly released national survey by Health Union conducted with more than 800 individuals diagnosed with lung cancer, reveals high levels of stress and anxiety, even among those declared as having no evidence of disease (NED). The survey finds patients are satisfied with their health care professionals (HCPs), and see them as thorough and understanding.

Anna McClafferty joins Health Union Executive Leadership as SVP, Insights

Taking on the newly created role of Senior Vice President, Insights, Anna McClafferty has joined Health Union’s leadership team, where she will be responsible for driving the growth of the company’s Insights business.