Passion for Patients

About Passion for Patients

Tonya Winders is the host of the Passion For Patients podcast and the president and CEO of the Global Allergy and Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP). With a keen focus on enhancing patient engagement and community-building, Tonya has eagerly introduced this innovative podcast series to provide a new channel for connecting with and expanding her audience. Her dedication to patients’ well-being has driven the meticulous months of planning leading up to the launch of this exciting platform.

Publisher

Tonya

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Sept 2024

Latest episode

31 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

24 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Dec 2025

   EP 24 - Celebrating Milestones and Advancing Patient Advocacy: GAAPP’s Journey in 2025 and Beyond

   Welcome to the Passion for Patients podcast, where patient advocacy takes center stage! In this special year-end episode, Tonya Winders—President and CEO of GAAPP, the Global Allergy and Airways Patient Platform—reflects on the incredible achievements and milestones reached in 2025 by the GAAPP community. With over 200 patient advocacy groups spanning every continent and more than 25 disease areas, GAAPP has made significant progress in disease awareness, education, advocacy, and research.Join Tonya Winders as she celebrates standout moments like landmark resolutions at the World Health Assembly, record-breaking campaigns for respiratory diseases, and the growth of educational resources and research collaborations. She also offers an inspiring look ahead to 2026, sharing exciting plans for furthering awareness, driving guidelines updates, advancing policy initiatives, and supporting innovation in respiratory and immunology care.Whether you’re a GAAPP member, industry partner, or passionate advocate, this episode is filled with gratitude, hope, and a call to recharge for another transformative year of making a difference in patient lives worldwide.5 Key Takeaways:1. Unprecedented Global Growth:GAAPP now unites 200 patient advocacy groups across every continent and covers 25+ disease areas—a major milestone in global collaboration.2. Impactful Awareness Initiatives:Participation in 25 World Awareness Days, with record numbers of organizations raising the voice for conditions like chronic cough and asthma.3. Capacity Building & Education:New resources like the Knowledge Hub and Understanding Medications Hub empower advocates and patients with knowledge and tools to manage their conditions more effectively.4. Landmark Advocacy Success:Both the United Nations Political Declaration and World Health Assembly Resolution elevated respiratory diseases as global public health priorities for the first time ever.5. Advancing Research & Innovation:30+ peer-reviewed publications, multiple surveys, and growing clinical trial recruitment drive patient-centered innovation, with exciting treatment breakthroughs expected in 2026.Take a moment to celebrate these shared triumphs and rest up for an action-packed 2026. Stay passionate, stay engaged, and let’s make even bigger strides together with GAAPP—your worldwide patient advocacy family!#RespiratoryHealth #PatientAdvocacy #GlobalAllergy #HealthcareInnovation #GAAPPSummit

2. 

   30 Dec 2025

   EP 23 - The Double Impact of Asthma and Adrenal Crisis: Hilary Hodge’s Patient Story

   Welcome to another episode of the Passion for Patients podcast, hosted by Tonya Winders, President and CEO of GAAPP. In today’s episode, Tonya Winders sits down with special guest Hilary Hodge, a dedicated patient advocate joining us from France. Together, they dive into Hilary Hodge’s journey with severe asthma, long-term prednisone use, and the challenges of living with adrenal insufficiency—a condition that often goes undetected until crisis hits. Through personal stories and professional insights, this conversation sheds light on the serious consequences of systemic steroid use, the importance of monitoring side effects, and the growing movement for steroid stewardship in respiratory care. Get ready for a thoughtful discussion packed with actionable advice and inspiration for patients, providers, and policy makers alike. Here's the three key takeaways of this episode: 1. Steroid Toxicity Is Real & Underestimated: Long-term use of oral steroids can result in serious side effects—including adrenal insufficiency—which is more common than many realize. As Hilary Hodge shared from personal experience, regular monitoring of cortisol levels for patients on prednisone is critical yet not routinely done. This gap in care can leave patients at risk for life-altering complications. 2. Patient Advocacy Can Drive Change: Hilary Hodge emphasized the importance of patients learning to advocate for themselves, especially when managing complex comorbidities like adrenal insufficiency. Lived experiences, such as hers, are invaluable for informing best practices and helping guide both patients and clinicians toward better outcomes. 3. It’s Time for Steroid Stewardship: The medical community needs to shift towards the responsible and cautious use of steroids. Tonya Winders strongly argued that oral corticosteroids should be a “last resort”—not an automatic go-to—because of the risks and long-term harm they can cause. As understanding and data have evolved, so should the guidelines and conversations within respiratory care. We hope you found this thoughtful conversation around adrenal insufficiency, steroid toxicity, and the importance of oral corticosteroid stewardship in chronic respiratory disease to be inspiring and informative. If you enjoyed this discussion or learned something new, please like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below. Let’s keep the conversation going and help drive lasting change for patients everywhere. Stay passionate and join us next time for more stories and insights dedicated to improving patient care! #PatientAdvocacy #SteroidStewardship #AdrenalInsufficiency #ChronicDisease #PassionForPatients

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   23 Dec 2025

   EP 22 - Food Allergy Advances in 2025: Updates on Diagnosis, Treatments, and Prevention

   Welcome to the latest episode of the Passion for Patients podcast, where host Tonya Winders, President and CEO of GAAPP, is joined by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Karen Rance for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of food allergies in 2025. In this episode, you’ll hear about groundbreaking advancements in diagnosis and treatment—from personalized approaches with component-resolved diagnostics to new options like biologics and skin patch immunotherapy. The conversation explores strategies for prevention, global trends, and practical tips for living confidently with food allergies. Karen Rance and Tonya Winders also tackle common myths and the emotional impact of life-threatening allergies, sharing empowering advice and a hopeful outlook for the future. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode delivers the latest updates and inspiration to help you navigate the world of food allergy management. Here are 3 key takeaways from their insightful conversation: 1. Personalized Diagnostics and Treatments: Component-resolved diagnostics now allow for precise identification of food proteins triggering allergies, paving the way for tailored treatment plans. 2. Innovations in Prevention and Therapy: Early introduction of allergenic foods for infants is now encouraged, while advancements in immunotherapy—including skin patches, sublingual tablets, and biologics like omalizumab—are changing the landscape of food allergy management. 3. Empowering with Awareness & Technology: The importance of accurate food labeling, global best practices, mental health support, and new apps and AI-powered tools help individuals with food allergies navigate daily life and travel with greater confidence.Food allergies are challenging, but as Karen Rance emphasized, they are manageable—and no patient is alone. Community support and ongoing scientific progress are shaping a brighter future for millions globally. Let’s keep the conversation going and continue advocating for even better care and awareness! #FoodAllergy #HealthcareInnovation #PatientAdvocacy #PodcastRecap

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YouTube views

261

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

0

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