MIAMI, FL, July 28, 2026 (EZ Newswire) — “Diagnosed: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Patient’s Journey,” the debut book by patient authority and entrepreneur Brenda Snow, has been named a Winner in the Health-General category of the 2026 National Indie Excellence® Awards (NIEA).
The National Indie Excellence Awards is a premier program dedicated to recognizing outstanding independently published books. Since 2005, the NIEA has celebrated excellence in publishing while championing the physical book as a vital part of the literary landscape.
Open to all English-language books available for sale in print, the awards are judged by an esteemed panel of industry professionals, including publishers, authors, editors, and book designers. Entries are evaluated on literary merit as well as overall excellence in design, presentation, and production. Following a rigorous review process, a single Winner is selected in each category.
“Diagnosed” serves as a comprehensive guide for patients and caregivers navigating complex healthcare journeys, offering practical strategies, insights, and resources to help readers become informed and empowered advocates for their own care.
After navigating a series of misdiagnoses before ultimately being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Snow founded Snow Companies, a global patient engagement agency that revolutionized the way life sciences connect with and educate patients facing life-changing illnesses. Her personal healthcare journey became the catalyst for a career dedicated to amplifying the patient and caregiver voice, empowering them, and improving health outcomes.
“Accessible patient resources are essential to helping people navigate the uncertainty, emotions, and challenges that often accompany a diagnosis,” said Snow. “My hope was that this book would serve as a trusted guide, reassuring patients and caregivers that they are not alone and equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for themselves throughout their healthcare journey. I am honored that ‘Diagnosed’ has been recognized by the National Indie Excellence Awards, and I hope the book continues to empower patients and families facing medical challenges.”
In addition to the 2026 National Indie Excellence Award, “Diagnosed” is also an Amazon bestseller and was named a Living Now Book Awards medalist. The Living Now Book Awards celebrates and recognizes books that make life better.
For more information about “Diagnosed: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Patient’s Journey,” visit brendasnow.com.
About Brenda Snow
Brenda Snow is an entrepreneur, patient advocate, philanthropist, author, and founder of Snow Companies, a first-of-its-kind global patient engagement agency that revolutionized the way the life science industry engages with patients and caregivers.
Brenda started Snow Companies after her own diagnosis of multiple sclerosis nearly 30 years ago to help give patients a voice, empower them through education, and improve treatments and the overall patient experience.
Recognized as a trailblazer, Brenda has repeatedly been listed among the life science industry’s Most Inspiring People by PharmaVoice. Additionally, non-profit organizations worldwide have recognized Brenda’s efforts and achievements on behalf of the patient community. Under her leadership, Snow Companies has won over 200 awards including PM360’s Trailblazer Lifetime Achievement award and Inc. magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies award.
In March 2025, Brenda released her bestseller, ”Diagnosed: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Patient Journey,” in which she shares the lessons she learned from navigating her own journey and speaking with thousands of patients. The book is a roadmap on how to navigate the turbulent and emotional journey that comes with a life-changing, chronic illness diagnosis. In “Diagnosed,” Brenda reminds patients that a diagnosis doesn’t have to be an end; it can be the start of building a life that is beautiful and fulfilling.
Brenda splits her time between Europe and the United States and enjoys traveling, philanthropy, and embracing life’s next adventures.
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