In this episode, we hear from Frankie Lee, a trans asthma patient who works in tech support and enjoys streaming. Frankie talks to us about the importance of support, listening to your body, and the value of self-advocacy when it comes to getting proper asthma care.  

Among the highlights in this episode:

01:07- Sarah introduces today’s guest, Frankie Lee

01:55- Frankie recalls his earliest memory of having an asthma attack

02:55- Frankie tells Sarah about the various activities asthma prevented him from doing as a kid

05:35- Sarah asks Frankie if his asthma is now managed as an adult

06:07- Sarah and Frankie talk about what love and support means in relation to asthma care

07:54- Frankie tells Sarah how asthma plays a part in his relationship

09:57- Frankie reveals what he’s gained back since advocating for better asthma treatment

13:15- Sarah and Frankie discuss how being a part of the LGBTQ+ community helped Frankie in his asthma journey

17:26- Frankie offers insight on how to make doctors’ offices safer and more accepting of gender-affirming and LGBTQ+ care

23:34- To close out the episode, Frankie shares advice for those newly diagnosed with asthma

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