Bridging the Gap: A Personal Journey from Cystic Fibrosis to Patient Advocacy The Strategy of Health

Join Ella Balasa as she shares her compelling journey from battling cystic fibrosis to becoming a staunch advocate for patient engagement and a scientist in environmental microbiology. Despite her traumatic experiences with constant medical care, Ella's passion for science led her to a career where she could make a difference. In this video, she discusses how her work on antibiotic resistance in environmental settings intersects with public health and personal advocacy, and how she uses her experiences to bridge gaps between patient communities and the healthcare industry.