Healthcare Hero Series: Spotlight on Gary Forbes Redefining Success with Chronic Illness through Sole Survivors

Host: Megan Antonelli

Guest: Gary Forbes

Gary Forbes shares his extraordinary journey from NBA player to founder of Sole Survivors, discussing how living with Type 1 diabetes shaped his mission to empower others with chronic conditions. Learn how his basketball career insights now fuel his advocacy work and innovative approach to healthcare challenges through storytelling, representation, and community building.

• Chronic health conditions can be springboards for success rather than barriers when approached with the right mindset and support systems

• Representation in healthcare advocacy, especially for underserved communities, creates powerful pathways for improved outcomes and patient empowerment

• Storytelling through mediums like comics can transform how children and adults perceive and manage chronic conditions, building resilience and self-esteem

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