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Protecting Our Voice in the Work

Protecting Our Voice in the Work As patient advocates, many of us begin this work fueled by passion—by lived experience …

What is patient engagement in research?

What is patient engagement in research? Patient engagement in research means actively involving patients and carers in the planning, design, …

Building Stronger Patient Voices – From Experience to Impact

Building Stronger Patient Voices – From Experience to ImpactOn March 21, the Philippine Alliance of Patient Organizations (PAPO) launched its …

Not Just Patients – Amplifying Voices, Inspiring Change

Spotlight Interview Caitlin and Clarinda, Founders of Not Just PatientsAt PiCC United, we are proud to feature an inspiring interview …

Strengthening patitne communities across Europe

Northern Ireland, UKWelcome Home Heart Failure roundtable with patients, carers, and healthcare teams. Paris, FranceWelcome Home HCM roundtable with patients …

Reinventing Healthcare Through Authentic Partnership  

Reinventing Healthcare Through Authentic Partnership The PFAnetworkis a community The PFAnetwork (a program of PFCCpartners) is a community of patients, family …

Why PiCC United Is Working to Make Patient Involvement the Norm

From Patient to Partner:  Why PiCC United Is Working to Make Patient Involvement the NormKnowledge + partnership + structure = …

Modern healthcare is based on the idea of “evidence-based medicine”

Building a better evidence base Modern healthcare is based on the idea of “evidence-based medicine”.  Clinicians have access to huge databases …

Overcoming Structural Obstacles to Patient Involvement in Research

An Advocate for Patient Inclusion in Research Overcoming Structural Obstacles to Patient Involvement in ResearchPatient advocates have learned to manage …

What Is the EU Biotech Act?

What Is the EU Biotech Act – and Why Does It Matter?The EU Biotech Act is a major new legislative proposal from the European Commission – the part …

What is patient involvement in healthcare?

What is patient involvement in healthcare? Patient involvement in healthcare refers to the active inclusion of patients and carers in …

Patient Involvement in Health Technology Assessment ebook

Patient Involvement in Health Technology Assessment New international book on patient involvement has just been publishedThe long-awaited second edition of …

Patients’ voices are being taken seriously

Patients’ voices are being taken The voice of patients is on the move – and this time, the system is …

The Power of Working Together: Our Journey in the Asia-Pacific

Our Journey in the Asia-Pacific A Powerful Story of Collaboration in the Asia-Pacific RegionWe are proud to share an inspiring …

Think Big: From Lived Experience to System Change

From lived experience to system change News from our partnerMandy C. Dalyfrom Irish Neonatal Health Alliance (INHA) shares why patient …

Strengthen your credibility as a health advocate

Strengthen your credibility as a health advocate New guideBeing a patient advocate is not just about sharing your story – …

What is a clinical trial?

What is a clinical trial? Hmm… What is a clinical trial?A clinical trial is an important form of research where …

Clinic or sofa?

Clinic or sofa? Patients prefer blood sampling at homeHow do patients prefer to have their blood samples taken – at …

6-Month Report – A Strong Start for PiCC United

6-Month Report A strong Start for PiCC United6-Month Report – A Strong Start for PiCC UnitedWe have reached an important …

Key elements of a involvement contract – What should you be aware of?

Key elements of a involvement contract – What should you be aware of? What should you be aware of?When involving …

Interactive map – overview of clinical trials in the EU

Interactive map provides an overview of clinical trials in the EU Are you going to or going to participate in …

What is the European Medicines Agency (EMA)

What is the European Medicines Agency (EMA) – and why is it important to you as a patient?When we get …

Putting the patient in the driver’s seat – A new era of patient-centred healthcare

Putting the patient in the driver’s seat – A new era of patient-centred healthcare  A new era of patient-centred healthcareHealthcare …