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Understanding ESA and How to Apply
Employment and Support Allowance is a benefit that helps people who have a disability or health condition that makes it hard for them to work.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 21, 2024
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Inspired By My Daughter’s Diagnosis
Life Before Disability After dedicating over two decades to cultivating a thriving career and establishing myself as a recognised authority in my industry, I found myself at the height of my professional journey, relishing a life of comfort while exploring the globe with the freedom to pursue my passions at my own pace. In my […]
Sara Momtaz
September 16, 2024
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Tips for Managing Bladder Weakness
Urinary incontinence can be an uncomfortable experience sometimes, but it’s more common than you might think. Millions of people around the world experience some form of incontinence, with 1 in 4 people in the UK thought to experience bladder leakage. Luckily, there are some really effective strategies to help you manage it. In this article, […]
Incontinence Choice
September 13, 2024
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A Mother’s Journey with Cystic Fibrosis
Our team all understands the financial burdens that come with being disabled – but in different ways. In 2010, Emma’s first child was born and diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis four weeks later. Being a new mum can be challenging enough, but adding on a lifetime condition can really pile on the pressure. Here she shares […]
Emma
September 11, 2024
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Save on Household Bills with UW
We are delighted to introduce you to our new brand partner – Utility Warehouse. Due to regulations within the energy industry, Purpl is unable to get you a disabled discount for gas and electric with any energy providers however, we believe that Utility Warehouse can save you money in many ways. With the cost of […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
September 6, 2024
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My Journey with Antiphospholipid Syndrome
For some, receiving a diagnosis can be a daunting experience. But for me, For some, receiving a diagnosis can be a daunting experience. But for me, finding answers after years of uncertainty and finally getting a name for the strange symptoms I’d been living with for 17 years was a relief. After countless hospital admissions, […]
Tracy
September 3, 2024
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Win a BAM Clothing Gift Card worth £100
If the Paralympics has inspired you to get fit and exercise, our latest competition with brand partners BAM Clothing will help you look good doing it. BAM Clothing are offering one lucky Purpl Member a £100 gift card so whether you’re ready to start running, taking up yoga, or walking is more your thing, BAM […]
Purpl
September 2, 2024
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MS, Running and Me
Watching the Paralympians take to the track in Paris can be inspiring, but not all of us can be professional athletes. However, exercise can play an important role for many of us when it comes to managing our symptoms. Whilst Purpl member, Jay Marie Ashby has no plans to go for Gold in the Paralympics, […]
Jay Marie Ashby
August 29, 2024
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3 Ways to Improve Your Bladder Health with Jude
Have you recently found yourself rushing for the toilet, or experiencing the odd leak here and there? From the odd dribble to experiencing full incontinence, bladder weakness presents itself in various forms and 1 in 3 women will experience urinary leaks in their lifetime. Whether you are managing occasional leaks or incontinence, the loss of […]
Jude
August 30, 2024