Tag: Chronic Illness
-
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…
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
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…
-
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…
-
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.…
-
What Is Chronic Fatigue? | Speaking From Experience | Rosie Abigail
I’m a collector. A collector of symptoms, that is. In my bag, I’ve got wheezing and coughing, sciatica and swelling, anaphylaxis and aches, plus everyone’s favourite; anxiety. Most of my chronic conditions have been with me since birth, or developed once I finished puberty. However, there is a condition that has only been with me…
-
Year in Review 2022! | Rosie Abigail
Well, 2022 is swirling to an end – can you believe it?! I felt like I blinked in March and suddenly woke up on 28th December being asked ‘what are you doing for New Year’s?’ As a person, I tend to look to the future, to the year ahead. It’s far too easy to get…
-
Homestretch Goals 2022 | Final Four Months of the Year | Rosie Abigail
With just over three months to go until 2022 is over and out, it’s time for the Homestretch Goals! Inspired by the excellent Hannah Witton and her ‘Homestretch Goals’ series, I thought it was time to take stock, check in with myself, and see what I want to achieve before the year is out. Realistically,…
rosie abigail 