Battling a Rare Disease - Swapna Kakani '14 & '20

Since birth, Swapna Kakani has lived an uncommon life as she's battled Short Bowel Syndrome, a chronic rare disease. On this episode of UAB Green and Told, she shares a story that includes a life-long battle few actually have to fight.

Show Notes

Swapna Kakani
2014 - BS, College of Arts and Sciences/Honors College
2020 - MPH, School of Public Health
Founder & Executive Director, Alabama Rare

More Information:
Swapna Kakani - website
Alabama Rare - website

What is UAB Green and Told?

UAB Green & Told is a biweekly podcast that shares the stories from members of the UAB community. Through Green & Told, the UAB Office of Alumni Affairs will sit down with alumni, faculty, students and others. Hosted and produced by Greg Berry, Assistant Director of Communications and Governmental Relations, the podcast brings each guest's unique UAB perspective to those who listen in.