The Neurological Disorder Podcast
The Neurological Disorder Podcast is a podcast created by Mridula Bharathi, a young changemaker and advocate for neurological disorders. In this podcast, she interviews people who are affected by neurological diseases, and they share their incredible stories as a fighter of the disorder. She also talk with doctors and surgeons who are experts on these disorders, researchers who are working to find cures for them, and more! Through this podcast, she hopes to spread awareness for these neurological conditions so more people can stay informed, look out for early signs of these sometimes debilitating conditions, and be involved in creating a change, through legislative advocacy and community awareness, to improve care for everyone impacted by neurological diseases.
The Neurological Disorder Podcast
21. Here's a Warrior: Multiple Sclerosis & Type 1 Narcolepsy ft. Nicole Kenyon
This week's episode is with Nicole Kenyon, head of the National MS Society Community Council in Tampa and a passionate fitness enthusiast. Living with Multiple Sclerosis and Type 1 Narcolepsy, she is committed to empowering others through legislative advocacy, fundraising, and fitness and community initiatives.
In our conversation, Nicole opens up about navigating the complexities of the healthcare system to ensure she receives proper care, and she shares the challenges she has faced in receiving her MS and Narcolepsy diagnoses. We also touch on the importance of self-advocacy in the medical setting, drawing from her experiences.
Beyond her personal journey, Nicole discusses her impactful work supporting others, including advocating for legislation on Capitol Hill that assists individuals living with MS and Narcolepsy. Her dedication to helping others, whether organizing community fitness events or engaging in personal conversations, is truly inspiring.
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Helpful resources:
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17248-multiple-sclerosis
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12147-narcolepsy