Disability

Feeling invisible with a stoma can happen for many reasons, despite the increased ostomy awareness & acceptance we have today.

Another Year Comes To An End Phew, how did the year go so quickly? I don’t know if it’s to do with…

Ostomy Awareness & Support : A look at some of the ways having a stoma bag has changed my life, from the …

Health News latest including: new Alzheimer’s drug, Lucy Letby convicted, NHS cancer targets axed & health reminders in Morrisons underwear.

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.

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.

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

Healthcare providers are reducing painkillers for financial & political gains due to the opioid crisis, threatening chronic pain patients.

Personal boundaries are important to our wellbeing & sense of self. Here’s how to set & maintain healthy boundaries in all areas …

Rare Disease Day – A look at what rare conditions are, types of rare disease, the importance of awareness & how we …

Chronic illness & depression are intimately linked. Here are 8 triggers from life with illness, pain & disability that affect mental health.

Health goals when living with chronic illness, pain or disability need to be manageable & beneficial to you personally. Here are 5 …

A Mini Me Update for January 2022, including a hellish healthcare trip to London, hot chocolate kindness & an Invisibly Me blog …