At nineteen years old, I was in excruciating pain and it became so unbearable my life began to change. My legs were swollen and bruised, I had constant numbness and tingling in my feet and as soon as I started running up and down the court, I was overcome with pain that brought me to… Continue reading A Diagnosis that Changed My Life: Reflections from Meghan Case
Describe your background working in clinical research I started working in clinical research in 2005, and took a break from it from 2014 to 2021 to give time to myself and my family. I realized that I really enjoy the dynamics of working in clinical research, so I returned to it in 2021. Throughout my… Continue reading Reflections from Nisha Narang, Patient Success Contractor from Australia, on working in clinical research
To start, I should be clear that Leapcure is still in many ways an experiment, particularly as it relates to the foundations of our operation. Our intentions are impact first and values based. We’ve come a long way, and found ourselves growing really quickly from this pursuit. Here are some of my current thoughts on… Continue reading Scaling a team with aligned values
August 18 is World Breast Cancer Research Day, a day to recognize how far understanding, treating, and preventing breast cancer has come. When advocacy and research come together, the results are powerful and have the ability to impact generations. There are so many stories in this space of patients who have been the recipients of… Continue reading Brown Girl + BRCA Plus: When Advocacy and Research Join Forces
During grade school, at times I felt ashamed of being different, coming from a culture and background that is not western enough. It starts with microaggressions that, to me as a young child, were portrayed as suggestions or advice. It created a sense of cultural dissonance. I felt as though I was being tugged back… Continue reading Reflections from Piumi Yaggahahewage: Patient Success Coordinator and DEI Advocate
When we closed out pride month, though excited to share our commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, something didn’t sit right with us. It feels like there’s more to say. Advocacy isn’t meant to fit in a convenient one month only celebration. It’s meant to bring attention to areas that need real change. And the expectation… Continue reading An Invitation to Support Queer Voices All Year Long
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