Julia Heath, AAS, BS, BS, PA, #P3 (@juliaheath21) 's Twitter Profile
Julia Heath, AAS, BS, BS, PA, #P3

@juliaheath21

National Director of Medical Initiatives #P3A, Love Jesus, family, friends, church, & country. #PainSucks

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TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Unfortunately, these are often seen as ‘manifestos’ when they are extremely detailed and emotionally driven. The result is the opposite of what you would like to happen. Staffers can be found comparing #manifestos with other offices in an unprofessional manner.

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This is the reality of #Hollywood, this shouldn't surprise us. On the rare occasion a celeb speaks up for us, their message is drowned out in the media just like ours. Which leads us to the next point - media is beholden to those who pay to advertise. That means anyone but us.

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Share your ideas and thoughts below and watch for our next thread with further information about #WHY these approaches do not have the intended #impact.

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For better or worse, WE are the ones who have to speak up and take control of the narrative … our lives literally depend on it. What does this mean? ... For #P3A, it means #StepUp

TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

No one advocates for you like you do. FULL STOP. Well meaning friends and family members do not live in your body. PERIOD. If you have any questions, #P3A is here to answer them. Reach out to us! PainAdvocate.org

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-->**Third, be the squeaky wheel, and never let your policymakers forget your face or about our issue. Email, follow up in a week, and make them remember you. Make an appointment with them at the first opportunity. Don't miss opportunities to be heard. #StepUp

TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Elected officials know the people have power & have devised a method keep us from holding them accountable. It is always us v them. Political parties use left v right. In our issue, our opponents constantly work to divide addicted v pain. STOP THAT, we are all PATIENTS.

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We should pay attention to who yells loudest, demanding action. Then look to see who suffers, w/current policy or the change being demanded If they’re different groups, we have a problem #OpioidCrisis is a perfect example Kolodny & crew are loudest yet patients are harmed most

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OR JUST ASK US! We will gladly help you find your legislator and create an email which is more likely get a positive reaction. DM us here or go to our website - painadvocate.org - and there are multiple ways to contact us there. #NoExcuses

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This is a flyer we worked on to help the pain community know who we are, what we've done, and what we're working on. Please feel free to use it or show it to others & encourage them that work is being done and things are truly looking up to open up access to meds we need!

TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Join advocacy groups and attend public meetings to show support for bills that align with your values. Make your presence known and impact the legislative process. #GrassrootsAdvocacy

TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Stay informed on the latest legislative developments by subscribing to state legislative newsletters, following committees on social media, and attending virtual hearings. #StayInformed #AdvocacyEfforts

TameraLynn Stewart #P3A #WeFight4U b/c #PainSucks (@fightpaindaily) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Attend virtual legislative hearings, town hall meetings and other events where your voice can be heard. Let your elected officials know your priorities. #StepUp #AdvocacyEfforts

Julia Heath, AAS, BS, BS, PA, #P3 (@juliaheath21) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It doesn't matter how you personally vote - what does matter is that we need help from all legislators in office. Ignore the labels - they mean nothing when it comes to getting bills passed. Plead our case to everyone on every side.