Category: Chronic Illness
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You should hire more chronically ill people | Rosie Abigail
In a world that seems to be so against diversity, equity, and inclusion, it’s time to look at why you should actually hire *more* chronically ill and disabled people…
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Endometriosis 101 | Rosie Abigail
Recently diagnosed? Looking to help your loved ones? Just want to know more about Endometriosis? Then this post is for you. Let’s chat all things Endo.
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How did I lose my sparkle? | rosie abigail
I think I lost my sparkle just over two years ago. Back then, in 2022, I felt like I was thriving. I had just gotten married to the love of my life in the most perfect wedding I could have imagined. We were going on a dream honeymoon to Florida for two weeks of sun,…
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Post-Laparoscopy Bucket List | Rosie Abigail
Endometriosis can be a debilitating and life-changing disease. One of the treatments for the condition is a laparoscopy, something Rosie has just had. What does she want to get up to now she has her life back?
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Does Myoovi actually work? Is it worth it? | Rosie Abigail
If you are of Generation Social Media and have ever Googled the word ‘period’, you would have been served an ad for Myoovi. I’m talking ads on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook; if you have a social media account, Myoovi is there. It sells itself as a “drug-free, instant, period pain relief device”, but does it actually…
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The Resilience of Chronically Ill People | Rosie Abigail
In a post-COVID world (whatever that may be…), resilience is a buzzword. “The Secret to Building Resilience”, “Generation COVID and Their Resilience”, “Top Ten Tips to Build Resilience” – if you flip open any magazine, from fashion to psychology, you are bound to find articles like these amongst the pages. This buzzword has even infiltrated…
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What Asthmatics Really Want You To Know | Asthma Stereotypes
Friends, strap in; we are approaching asthma season. Or as it’s commonly known, autumn. Autumn, whilst being the superior season, is also a bit of a nightmare for asthmatics like me. The temperature changes, there’s pollen about, people start carrying around bugs, and it’s a time of stress for a lot of folks – all…
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Eating Out with Food Allergies | Advice and Experience | Rosie Abigail
Are you new to the allergy life? Trying your best to understand a loved one’s allergy? Or just want to know more about the minefield that is eating out with an allergy? Don’t you worry; I’m here with some advice and tips that have helped me along the way.
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What is Endometriosis? | Endometriosis Action Month
March is Endometriosis Action Month. You may vaguely know of the condition. You may recognise the name. You may have absolutely no clue what I am talking about. Well, it’s time to change that. Trigger warning – there will be discussions of periods, blood, fertility, and medication within this post. When discussing Endometriosis (Endo), I…
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Tips for Traveling with Chronic Conditions or Illness | Rosie Abigail
A few months ago, I came back from my first trip abroad in years. Damn, I had forgotten how difficult flying and travelling can be if you have health problems. My husband turned up with this little rucksack, looking all happy, whereas I needed a rucksack for my medication alone, let alone my carry-on items.…
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