Winona Suzanne Ball, RN, MHS

Even though it’s almost 15 years old, many people still wonder, “What is the Affordable Care Act?” The question is understandable because the Affordable Care Act (sometimes called “Obamacare” or by its abbreviation, “ACA.”) has been part of a confusing and intense political debate since it was enacted as a law in March 2010.  Why […]

A health advocate (sometimes called a healthcare advocate) is someone who acts to ensure that a person’s needs, concerns, and preferences about their healthcare are addressed by medical professionals.   Historically and culturally, women have been assigned the unpaid task of overseeing and being responsible for the health of family and others. Starting in their 30s—and