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Becoming A Patient Advocate

Being a part of a breast cancer community might drive some of us to become patient advocates. Being a patient advocate can be challenging, but it is also very rewarding. Continue reading this article as Rod Richie explains his advocacy story and what it takes to be a patient advocate.

https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/post/becoming-a-patient-advocate

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