Long Covid: The New Invisible Disability?
Reading Time: 4 minutes The world was brought to its knees by the coronavirus in 2020. However, we’re still learning about covid and the issues with long covid. Here’s what we know so far
Disability
Welcome to the disability archive. If you’ve clicked this tag, then you’re interested in quickly finding all the articles that are related to this topic. If so, then you’re in the right place.
Here you’ll find all the articles that have been tagged to be about disability or to contain information about this topic. This archive is here to help spread awareness about disabilities, especially invisible disabilities.
Articles here may include personal accounts as well as tips and information on the subject.
Emperor’s New Clothes: How Fashion Can Affect Our Wellbeing
Reading Time: 7 minutes Fashion is an integral part of society and, throughout the centuries, our choice of clothes has made statements about who we are
EDS And HSD: Why Awareness Is Important
Reading Time: 8 minutes It’s Ehler-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) Awareness Month. Thus, this article will help raise awareness of these invisible disabilities by talking about these two conditions
How To Enjoy Dating With Disabilities
Reading Time: 6 minutes Online dating has made dating more accessible to those with disabilities, so how can you make sure you enjoy your romantic day/night out?
Race Across The World, With Your Mum
Reading Time: 7 minutes Race Across The World is a BBC 2 reality TV show with a surprising mix of contestants with some of them having invisible disabilities
Coronavirus, Self-Isolation, And The Selfishness Of Others
Reading Time: 10 minutes The current coronavirus has shown us the good, the bad, and the ugly side of society, and my self-isolation with my housemates was no different
What Is Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)?
Reading Time: 7 minutes A look at what persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) is, its symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, treatments, and my experience with PPPD
Balance Tests Seen Through The Eyes Of My Experience
Reading Time: 7 minutes A walkthrough of what to expect from your balance tests your ENT sends you to, to investigate the causes of dizziness and balance issues
My Experience Of The Short Synacthen Test (SST)
Reading Time: 6 minutes This article explains what a Short Synacthen Test (SST) is, what it’s used for, and provides a personal experience of having the test done
Why I Hate Atos And Their Assessments
Reading Time: 6 minutes Atos and private companies like them that conduct medical and work capability assessments are unfit for purpose. Here’s why