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Finding Power from the Paralympics
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 […]
Rob Sears
August 20, 2024
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Understand Deep Oscillation® Therapy
If preferred, you can listen to audio of this article by clicking the links below Questions – 1 to 10Questions – 11 to 18Questions – 19 to 21 1. What is Deep Oscillation therapy? Deep Oscillation therapy, developed by Physiomed Elektromedizin AG in Germany, is a clinically proven, electrostatic therapy which carries an international patent. […]
PhysioPod
August 18, 2024
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7 of our Top Recommended Accessible Spas
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 […]
Spabreaks.com
August 14, 2024
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From Braille Beginnings to a Thriving Business
First Taste of Braille 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 […]
Dotty About Braille
August 9, 2024
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Win a Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Worth £179
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 […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
August 9, 2024
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A Mission for Inclusivity and Empowerment
Hello all, I’m Ross, co-founder of Stand Out Socks, and I’m thrilled to share our story and mission with you. The Birth of Stand Out Socks 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 […]
Stand Out Socks
August 7, 2024
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Redefining Accessibility with Adaptive Clothing
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 […]
Funmi Lawal
August 2, 2024
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Disabled Motoring UK
Our Work Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK) is the only charity in the UK that represents the interests of disabled drivers, passengers and Blue Badge holders. DMUK campaigns to tackle various issues such as Blue Badge abuse and misuse and the problem of inaccessible EV charging points. We also work with National Highways to ensure the […]
DMUK
August 3, 2024
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From Guide Dogs to Tech: Empowering the Disabled
Hello all, I’m Gavin. I’m currently the CEO of a technology company, but it wasn’t always this way. My Time at Guide Dogs for the Blind For 18 years, I worked for Guide Dogs for the Blind as a Mobility Instructor. My job was to provide finishing training for soon-to-be guide dogs. They had already […]
Gavin / WelcoMe
July 31, 2024