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Hello, I’m Claire and I have MS. My journey to diagnosis took approximately 9 years. I began with numb legs and arms which would come on periodically then go. You may recognise the uniform I’m wearing but may not recognise that I’m actually sat in the engine of a 747 aircraft and you certainly won’t […]

X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is a genetic disorder that primarily affects males, as it is caused by mutations in genes located on the X chromosome – meaning that females are usually carriers of the mutated gene but do not typically exhibit symptoms themselves. The condition leads to progressive degeneration of the light-sensitive cells in the […]

Deep Oscillation therapy, developed by Physiomed Elektromedizin AG in Germany, is a clinically proven, electrostatic therapy which carries an international patent. This article talks you through how Deep Oscillation therapy works and how it can be beneficial for people with long term health conditions. If preferred, you can listen to audio of this article by […]

Spabreaks.com are committed to continuously improving the experience of spa goers by making spas as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. Part of that includes making as much information as possible available so that individuals can choose the best destination for them. Here, the Spabreaks.com team recommends seven spas with accessible facilities […]

I was born with a visual impairment. Some members of my family have a rare genetic condition that results in us having detached retinas, glaucoma, cataract, poor night vision and sometimes, like in my case, really poor peripheral vision.  Because of this, I’ve been around braille my whole life, there wasn’t a time when a […]

Thanks to our friends at Hoover, Purpl is giving our members the chance to win a Special Edition Hoover HF4 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner with Anti Hair Wrap – worth £179. It features Hoover’s innovative CORNER GENIE nozzle that allows for effortless manoeuvring and cleans those hard-to-reach places, switches from normal to turbo at the touch […]

Hello all, I’m Ross, co-founder of Stand Out Socks, and I’m thrilled to share our story and mission with you. Stand Out Socks was born out of a desire to challenge societal norms and create meaningful paid employment opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities. Inspired by my journey and the challenges I faced as a […]

Hello, I’m Funmi Lawal, a passionate entrepreneur and inventor, and I’d like to share my journey with you. Born in Camden, London, on October 16, 1967, my life has been a testament to resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of individuals facing mobility challenges and disabilities. My Educational and Professional Background […]