In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of healthcare advocacy and personal storytelling with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, who passionately discusses her journey as a radiation therapist and the drive behind her documentary, 'A Letter to My Sisters.' Dr. Nia shares her experiences and insights on the rising incidence of breast cancer diagnoses among younger women, challenging the traditional age-based screening guidelines. She highlights the stories of women who faced significant barriers in receiving timely diagnoses and treatment featured in her documentary film.Dr. Nia also calls for systemic changes that prioritise patient education, community resources, and holistic care. She equally emphasises the need for greater self-advocacy as well as open communication between patients and providers. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:Research article on widening social inequalities after breast cancer at this webpageMore about Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at this websiteMore about the documentary "A Letter To My Sisters" at this webpageConnect with our guest Dr. Nia Bailey: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:50 - Introducing Dr. Nia Imani Bailey03:51 - The Importance of Early Detection in Young Women08:14 - Creating Impact Through Documentaries14:41 - Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare16:59 - Connecting Resources for Cancer Patients20:56 - Understanding Social Inequalities in Cancer Care24:56 - The Need for Policy Changes33:00 - Closing Thoughts on Health Advocacy