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TO SHIELD OR NOT TO SHIELD: IT’S A PERSONAL CHOICE

On June 15, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From the ‘British Lung Foundation’ Since the shielding regime has been eased for people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, people can now, if they wish, go outside for the first time in months (Scotland’s …

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DEMENTIA SUPPORT AT HOME, IN HOSPITALS AND IN CARE HOMES

On June 13, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From the ‘Alzheimer’s Society’ During the coronavirus pandemic, we have information and advice for people living with dementia and those supporting them – either in the same household or from a distance. Read our guidance …

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DISABLED PEOPLE ‘FORGOTTEN BY GOVERNMENT’ PUTS VITAL SERVICES ON THE BRINK

On June 11, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

Disabled people ‘forgotten by Government’ as ‘perfect storm’ puts vital services on the brink. So says the Disability Charity Consortium (DCC). Disability Charity Consortium members say the UK’s 14 million people are being ‘forgotten by …

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DISABLED AND IN LOCKDOWN: HOW THE GOVERNMENT COULD DO MORE TO HELP

On June 9, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From Vicky Foxcroft MP “I became Shadow Minister for Disabled people a few weeks into the COVID-19 crisis, having already been made aware of some of the problems disabled people were facing through my constituency …

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IT’S SCLERODERMA AWARENESS MONTH

On June 7, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

A few days ago marked the the start of Scleroderma Awareness Month – every year SRUK use this month to raise awareness of scleroderma, to help people understand the symptoms to look out for and …

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GET ON BOARD: AN EXCITING UPDATE FROM THE LEONARD CHESHIRE CHARITY!

On June 5, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From the ‘Leonard Cheshire’ charity “In the past few weeks the government has begun to lift instructions on rail travel. While you’re encouraged to limit travel and avoid public transport where possible, essential travel by …

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CERVICAL SCREENING AWARENESS WEEK: 15TH – 21ST JUNE

On June 3, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From ‘Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust’ It goes without saying that coronavirus has changed life for everybody in one way or another. However, one thing that remains the same is Cervical Screening Awareness Week and its huge importance. …

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THE PARENT CARER FOUNDATION: VOLUNTEER WITH US AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

On June 1, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

The Parent Carer Foundation is a group of Parents and Carers who have children and young people with various disabilities. They have joined together so that they can provide a united voice that local services …

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CORONAVIRUS SPECIAL: BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION

On May 30, 2020 By Disability Talk In Featured, News

From The British Lung Foundation “If you’re anything like us then you’re always on the lookout for new things to read at the moment. So, we’ve brought together some interesting health and wellbeing content in …

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A LITTLE COVID LIGHT RELIEF FROM HOLLYWOOD

On May 28, 2020 By Disability Talk In Sylvia Mac, Featured

No one underestimates the seriousness of COVID-19 and how it’s impacting on everyone’s lives. But, occasionally, a little humour can seep through and momentarily lift the gloom. Eileen Grubba Eileen Grubba is a Hollywood actress …

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