I’m Brandy Schantz, a disabled veteran, healthcare advocate, and founder of Schantz Business Group and Living Chronic Media Group. After my own battle with a severe reaction caused by a Crohn’s medication and the resulting fight to get proper care, I dedicated my life to transforming how our healthcare system addresses chronic illness and disability. My experience has fueled my passion to overhaul the FDA’s regulatory processes and improve the adverse reaction database, ensuring that life-changing and potentially life-threatening drug reactions are accurately reported and transparently communicated. Through my advocacy and consulting work, I strive to create safer, more efficient systems that protect patients and empower them to make informed decisions. Together, I believe we can drive meaningful change and revolutionize how our nation treats chronic illness and medication safety.