Real Life Superhero: Rachel Nesmith’s Story With Narcolepsy - Rising Voices Ep. 16

Episode 16 • April 30, 2024 • 00:28:17
Real Life Superhero: Rachel Nesmith’s Story With Narcolepsy - Rising Voices Ep. 16
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Real Life Superhero: Rachel Nesmith’s Story With Narcolepsy - Rising Voices Ep. 16

Apr 30 2024 | 00:28:17

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Show Notes

Rachel Nesmith is a wife, mother, and speaker. She was diagnosed with type 1 narcolepsy with cataplexy in February 2002 and considers herself a real Superhero. As a Rising Voices trained speaker, she shares her story to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of this misunderstood neurological condition.

 

The Rising Voices Series features a variety of first-hand stories from people living with sleep disorders around the world. At Project Sleep, we believe in the power of storytelling to raise awareness and break down stigma. This is why we train people with sleep disorders on how to share their stories through the Rising Voices training program. To request a Rising Voices speaker for your conference or apply for an upcoming training program, visit: https://project-sleep.com/rising-voices/

 

Project Sleep's Sleep Helpline: https://project-sleep.com/helpline/

 

Please note: this audio was originally recorded in 2020. For up-to-date facts about narcolepsy treatment options: https://project-sleep.com/facts-about-narcolepsy/

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