Health Advocacy Education

Explore the empowering world of Health Advocacy Education, where individuals and caregivers gain the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of healthcare with confidence. Our comprehensive resources provide insights into patient rights, medical terminology, insurance navigation, and effective communication with healthcare providers.

This parent category houses all educational themes published under The Health Advocate blog, connecting subtopics that guide readers through every aspect of navigating, understanding, and managing care.

Hospital emergency entrance for patients affected by the 2025 pasta recall listeria outbreak.

Nationwide ‘Ready-to-Eat Meals’ Pasta Recall After Deadly Listeria Outbreak — What You Need to Know

A nationwide listeria outbreak has triggered a major pasta meal recall across the U.S. Learn how to check if your food is affected, what symptoms to watch for, and the critical steps to take before seeing your doctor or heading to the ER.

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Pharmacist assisting a patient during the blood pressure drug recall 2025, explaining medication safety and recall instructions at a pharmacy counter.

Blood Pressure Drug Recall 2025: What You Need to Know Before Stopping Your Medication

The FDA has recalled certain blood pressure medications after detecting unsafe impurities, sparking concern among patients taking drugs like valsartan and losartan. But before you stop your treatment, here’s what you need to know about the recall, how to check your prescription, and the safest steps to protect your health.

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A modern depiction of the key roles of a patient navigator—supporting patients through coordination, education, and confidence in managing their care.

5 Key Roles of a Patient Navigator (and the Surefire Ways They Help You Coordinate the System)

Patient navigators play a vital role in helping people make sense of the healthcare system. Learn the five key roles of a patient navigator and how they transform the patient experience through guidance, communication, and care coordination.

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