- Make an appointment to visit your local elected representatives and introduce yourself (i.e. on constituency days – Fridays).
- Invite local politicians to community events you may be involved in around your issues.
- Communicate with them constantly about what you are doing.
- Offer to support them in their work by building opportunities for them to get their messages out to constituents (i.e. by hosting a town hall meeting on access to medications).
- Offer to provide them with information or other resources that may be of assistance.
- Ask your local representatives to provide you with introductions to others in government.
- Go to local events where you know policy influencers will be in attendance.
A discussion guide ‘Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Systemic Therapy’ which offers great information and can help support you in conversations with your doctor about systemic therapy and the treatment options available. It can also help you navigate what’s next and make sure you have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your care.
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