As Endometriosis Awareness Month dawns, the waves of excitement and trepidation are palpable. This episode is a call to arms against the tide of misinformation, a beacon guiding you to the truths that empower and improve the quality of life for those entangled in this ongoing battle.
With the fervor of a seasoned advocates, I'm thrilled to reveal 'Endo Battery Fast Charged,' a groundbreaking series crafted in alliance with razor-sharp patient advocates Kate Boyce and Heather Guidone. Together, we're assembling a dossier of the latest research and eye-opening articles, providing you with a biweekly dose of the most pertinent and reliable endometriosis insights. It's time to armor yourself with knowledge, to stride confidently forward in your journey, and to raise the banner of awareness and advocacy for a condition that demands attention and understanding.
Welcome to Endo Battery, where I share about my endometriosis and adenomyosis story and continue learning along the way. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis, but a place to equip you with information and a sense of community, ensuring you never have to face this journey alone. Join me as I navigate the ups and downs and share stories of strength, resilience and hope. While navigating the world of endometriosis and adenomyosis, from personal experience to expert insights, I'm your host, Alanna, and this is Endo Battery charging our lives when endometriosis drains us. Welcome back to Endo Battery. Grab your cup of coffee or your cup of tea and join me at the table Now. Many of you are joining me because curiosity got the best of you, and I'm not sorry about that. So welcome, but you're going to have to wait just a little bit longer because I have something to say. That's right. As always, I have something to say.
Alanna:
As March 1st in Endometriosis Awareness Month approaches, I'm filled with conflicting emotions. I'm excited that we're talking about something that affects so many people, but I also have this dreadful anticipation of what I'm sure will be a resurgence of misleading and misinformation on endometriosis that's gift-repped as truth and curative, only to be harmful and a large setback for advocates working tirelessly to provide good information to help those with endometriosis and to help equip them with knowledge to achieve a better quality of life. Now, I know this sounds like doom and gloom, but the reality of it is that advocates fight tirelessly against all the misinformation that's out there. Many of these advocates don't want others to go through what they have gone through, so they want to equip them with the best knowledge possible. But that's one of the things I love most about this community is that the advocates, the patients and the people that are fighting for better care and better quality of care for endometriosis patients come together and they are strong, they are fierce and they are not stopping just because there's misinformation or misleading information out there. They continue to hit the ground running with all the work that they're doing and they do it together. They do it as a powerhouse, and I'm really really grateful for this community. I'm grateful for the friendships that I've made and I'm grateful for those who have helped me along in my journey. I'm thankful for those who continue to impart knowledge on me to help give me a better quality of life. As well as so many others To say, I have mixed emotions about endometriosis month is an understatement.
Alanna:
But what I don't have mixed emotions about is what's happening with Endo Battery. I'm excited to announce. Are you ready? Should we wait a little longer? No, okay, I am ready to announce I have teamed up with Board Certified Patient Advocates to bring you a brand new series Endo Battery fast charged.
Alanna:
It isn't just a series, it's a compass in staying informed and empowered in the realm of endometriosis. Together with an incredible team of board certified patient advocates Kate Boyce from Endo Girls Blog and Heather Guidone of the CEC we've joined forces to bring you the latest published research, thought provoking articles and invaluable insights on current conversations surrounding endometriosis. Our goal is simple yet crucial to gather these insights into one accessible location, guiding you in the right direction to deepen your knowledge and understanding. We're here to equip you with accurate information, empowering you to navigate the world of endometriosis with confidence. So, whether you're seeking to expand your knowledge base, staying updated on the latest developments, or simply just looking to clarify amidst the complexities of endometriosis, this series is for you.
Alanna:
I invite you to join me biweekly as I bring you insights and information at the fast charging speed to keep you equipped with endometriosis knowledge to empower you in your journey, whether it's a mission to improve your quality of life or to continue advocating for yourself and or the endometriosis community. So join me March 1st, the start of Endometriosis Awareness Month, and start it with more knowledge to feel empowered. Thanks for joining me today and I'm excited to see where we can go with this series. And, until next time, continue advocating for you and for those that you love.