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.

COPD In America 2015 reveals lack of knowledge among patients with COPD

New National Study Finds COPD Knowledge Severely Lacking, Impacts Quality of Life and Care

July 28, 2015

In a new national survey of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients, Health Union reveals a surprising lack of awareness of risk factors and knowledge of diagnosis stage among patients. Results demonstrate a severe impact on quality of life, employment, and ability to afford treatment.

Rheumatoid Arthritis In America 2015

RA In America: National Study Finds Autoimmune Disease Severely Impacts Quality of Life and Employment

May 27, 2015

Researchers found a severe impact on quality of life, employment, and ability to afford treatment for people living with rheumatoid arthritis.

Health Union Launches Nominations for 2023 Social Health Awards

May 1, 2023

Nominations for the 2023 Social Health Awards are open to patient and caregiver leaders who are active members of an online health community.

Health Union, Society for Participatory Medicine Announce Collaboration

March 29, 2023

Health Union and SPM will collaborate on the development of a certification program that educates patient leaders and increases their credibility.

Survey: Caregivers Need Emotional Support Resources for Themselves

November 29, 2022

Survey respondents who are current caregivers identified emotional support for themselves (59%) as the top information or resource they need more of.

Health Union Launches RareDisease.Net

November 17, 2022

The aim is for anybody living with one of thousands of rare conditions to connect with others in the shared experience of living with a rare condition.