Patient Voice
2011
Remembering Vesna Andrijević Matovac: A Patient Advocate
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Author Information
Author(s): Vesna Marušić
Primary Institution: Croatian Medical Journal
Conclusion
Vesna Andrijević Matovac's advocacy and storytelling significantly impacted cancer patients and their families, promoting awareness and support.
Supporting Evidence
- Vesna shared her experiences with cancer to encourage and comfort others.
- She founded 'Everything for Her' to provide social and psychological support to cancer patients.
- Vesna collaborated on creating a Croatian register of clinical trials for better patient access to new therapies.
Takeaway
Vesna was a brave woman who shared her cancer journey to help others feel less alone and to improve support for patients.
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