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Iris Vasconcelos

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Narcolepsy Community Advocate Iris Vasconcelos
Born in Portugal with Angolan roots and shaped by British culture, Iris Vasconcelos is a passionate advocate, writer, and community leader determined to make a difference in the world of sleep disorders. Diagnosed with narcolepsy type 1 at 28—after unknowingly battling symptoms since 15—she defines her journey as "before and after diagnosis." The shift was life-changing, but instead of letting it defeat her, she turned it into her greatest mission.

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In 2020, Iris took a bold step—sharing her story publicly through her blog. Since then, she has become a fierce advocate for narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia, using her voice to empower others who feel unheard. She is the Brand Director of Narcolepsy Navigators, co-founder of Naps4Life CIC, and a patient leader committed to reshaping how the world sees hypersomnia disorders.

With a background in social media marketing, a love for storytelling, and an undeniable drive for change, Iris continues to break barriers in advocacy. When she's not raising awareness, you’ll find her lost in deep research, crafting poetry, or contemplating a million creative projects she swears she'll finish one day.

Her mission? To inspire, educate, and prove that life doesn’t end with a diagnosis—it simply takes a different path.