Chronic illness

The major surgery due next week that I’ve been preparing for after years of waiting has just been cancelled.

15 painful facts about living with chronic illness that can help overcome stigma & ignorance around health conditions.

With the NHS in crisis, the Tory government have announced plans to end the 8am scramble for a GP appointment in 2023, …

BMI is used to categorise weight as healthy or unhealthy. It’s convenient, but is it actually accurate or it is time for …

Low Testosterone in men can cause unpleasant symptoms or even up the risk of premature death. Is this a long overlooked male …

Feeling like a New Year refresh? Here are 16 quotes to empower you to write your New Year and make it your …

How do you want your New Year to look? Here’s a selection of products that may just help kick-start your NY so …

Merry Christmas 2022! It’s hard to believe it’s that time again but I hope you all enjoy the festive holidays & have …

A mini me update for December 2022 – Major surgery cancelled, chest infections & Christmas Grinching and a very particular diva cat.

Chronic pain & mental health are intricately interwoven. Here are just 5 ways life with pain can detrimentally affect our mental wellbeing.

Migraine is never funny, but hopefully these migraine memes & quotes will be. Here are a few to show the life & …

Criticised as a chronic illness blogger for not constantly talking about how bad symptoms are, or sharing enough ‘sick’ photos.

Birthday Blues & illness make for a grumpy Caz. Plus updates on “Post-Covid” life, farm frolics & health frustrations.

Small joys can enhance our daily life & wellbeing. Here’s how to appreciate those simple pleasures when living with a chronic condition.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is the new name & number for the US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Here’s what you need …

NICE Guidelines for chronic pain aim to remove opioids & painkillers for many UK NHS patients. Find out more & sign the …

7 things I’d like you to know about migraines, from their debilitating nature & varied symptoms, to medication problems & migraine postdrome.

Pacing for chronic illness, chronic fatigue or chronic pain management can be vital yet frustrating, so keep these 4 things in mind.

Health news round-up, including potential dangers of calcium & paracetamol, NICE chronic pain guidelines petition & new MS treatment.

Dry eyes can be made a little more comfortable & tolerable with effective products. Here’s a look at the dry eye treatments …

Bizarre reasons hospital treatment was needed during the Covid19 pandemic in Britain, from venomous snake bites to excessive sexual drive.

Cancer Care Parcel Review – Priceless cancer support & fantastic gift boxes, the latter of which could also suit those with chronic …

A mini me update with blog hosting frustrations, a narrow miss with A&E, Covid uncertainty, potential narcolepsy & Jane Fonda workouts.