Press Releases

Peruse Health Union’s latest news announcements on survey findings, awards, leadership, and more. News media interested in learning more about how Health Union can help them tell the health stories they want to tell can visit our Press Kit and Resource Center for News Media.

Health Union Expands Industry-Leading Portfolio with Launch of New Online Communities in Oncology and Rare Diseases

February 2, 2026

New digital health communities for Cancer, Idiopathic Hypersomnia, and Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) underscore Health Union’s gold-standard approach to patient engagement.

Patients Turn to AI for Health Research but Remain Cautious of Accuracy and Privacy Risks

December 23, 2025

New data from Health Union's survey of over 6,000 patients across 49 chronic conditions shows a rise in "AI-first" information-seeking, while highlighting a critical demand for human-centered oversight and verifiable transparency in digital health tools.

Health Union Launches ATTR-Amyloidosis.net

December 11, 2025

Health Union launches ATTR-Amyloidosis.net, a new digital community offering patients and caregivers reliable resources and essential peer support.

Health Union Recognized for Unmatched Excellence in HCP and Patient Engagement, Earning 19 Awards

November 19, 2025

Health Union has been honored with 19 industry awards, including two Gold distinctions, for elevating the patient voice and providing authentic, community-based resources for chronic health conditions.

Survey: Diagnosis, Treatment Obstacles for People with Chronic Hives

July 18, 2022

Three in 10 Chronic Hives In America survey respondents said they considered their chronic hives to be controlled on their current treatment plan.

Health Union Opens Nominations for Inaugural Social Health Awards

June 13, 2022

Social Health Awards nominations are open to patient leaders who are active, leading members of an online community and making a difference in healthcare.

Health Union Launches First-of-its-Kind Social Health Network

June 9, 2022

The Social Health Network represents an evolution of Health Union’s mission to help people with chronic and complex conditions live better.

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HU President Lauren Lawhon Recognized Among 2022 PM360 ELITE

May 17, 2022

Lawhon has been instrumental in identifying how to manage priorities as Health Union navigates new opportunities, changing dynamics and impressive growth.