Get ready to celebrate the incredible change makers within the Health Leader community!


At the heart of the Social Health Awards is a powerful truth: the patient voice changes lives.

We proudly honor the incredible patients, caregivers and HCPs who bravely share their health journeys, transforming experiences into empathy, understanding, and real-world improvements for countless others.

This program shines a bright spotlight on these exceptional leaders, recognizing their remarkable accomplishments over the past year. We're talking about those who courageously share their health journeys, online and in person, to:

  • Spark connections and build communities for those living with health conditions.
  • Deepen public understanding of what it's truly like to live with or care for someone with a health condition.
  • Educate and inform about the vital roles of patients and caregivers within the healthcare system.
  • Shine a light on areas that need improvement or correction.
  • Champion efforts to improve life with chronic conditions.
  • ...and so much more!

Our goal is to bring vital awareness, attention, and a resounding voice to their tireless pursuits.

If you're out there making a difference, transforming lives, and ensuring no one walks their health journey alone, we want to celebrate you!

Don't let your impact go unnoticedsubmit your entry today across our 10 award categories and inspire us all with your dedication to a brighter tomorrow.


Who is Eligible?

Health Leaders 18 years and over demonstrating a commitment to online health advocacy and embodying the above principles may be nominated.

To be considered a finalist and ultimately a winner, individuals must be 18 years of age or older. Any award benefits are non-transferrable.


What's in it for the Winners?

Winners will be announced on September 12th, 2025 during an exciting virtual awards ceremony hosted by the Social Health Network.

And trust us, the 2025 Social Health Awards Winner's prize pack is pretty awesome:

  • A $500 cash prize
  • The incredible opportunity to serve on Health Union's Patient Leadership Council for one year (yes, it's a compensated position!)
  • A one-year membership to the Society for Participatory Medicine
  • Exclusive opportunities to connect virtually with fellow winners throughout the year!


Get ready to be inspired and to celebrate the powerful voices shaping the future of healthcare!


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About Social Health Network:

As one of Health Union's 45+ communities, the Social Health Network welcomes patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals from all health conditions to bring empathy, support, and humanity to healthcare through the power of social health. We do this by empowering and supporting our network members participating in social health. ”Social health” means the real-time actions people take to find meaningful connections and share information that affects their health journey. With free online resources, panels, networking events, and paid opportunities, the Social Health Network amplifies the voices of Health Leaders across all condition areas and puts the power of social health into practice.

Interested in joining the Social Health Network? Sign up now to take part in the world's largest network of Health Leaders – and get paid for your insights and expertise.