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Research participants wanted
Do you use a wheelchair and have periods? Researchers at the University of Nottingham are looking to speak to adults about their experiences of exercising while on their period. Aged 18+ Use a wheelchair for at least half of your walking day Have had a period in the last 12 months Do at least one exercise session each…
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Toast 🍞
Which toast is the correct level of toastiness for you?
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Moving out
my lovely Forster parents are getting old and social services have I have move out soon even at 42 years I am nervous about the change any advice you can give me to relax about the situation?
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Sexual content addiction
my name is Jim I have cerebral palsy and recently got banned from a online platform for spending a lot my income on the site and other sexual content sites last month about 2 grand.how do as disabled control my online habits so it doesn’t affect my mind and relationships with other people? [edited by moderator]
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Does Tech Interfere In Our Daily Life 🤨
I am someone that has always been a fan of tech for as long as I can remember, but the advancements in tech over the last 25 years alone has been astronomical. 🤯 I have each time my phone has been up for renwal, had the latest phone to benefit my daily life. But then on the other side it can have a negative impact, in that…
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Holter Monitor Question
I have an appointment at the hospital for a Holter monitor. I think I will have to wear it for 24 hours. I understand the equipment is on loan and then I will have to return it before I can get the results. Does anyone know if you have to return it in person yourself as the patient or can a support worker or Home help…
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70 Up EPISODE 2 tonight at 9pm!
We'll see the final episode tonight which I didn't hear mentioned at the end of last week's programme…I don't usually watch ITV but no doubt it's been promoted on the channel. I hadn't understood why Bruce Balden appeared in the latest photograph but not interviewed last week so that mystery is cleared up. We'll need…
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Electric wheelchair choice
I am permanently wheel chair bound and currently have a Pride Air2 electric one but I have started to lean to the right and my legs are splaying with my right leg going under the armrest which is very uncomfortable. Does anyone have any suggestions of a way forward?
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NHS launches urgent 'one million' appeal after organ donations plummet.
Organ donation is Compulsory in England since 20 May 2020 unless you opt- out. The opt-out system was introduced to increase the number of potential donors and address the shortage of organ donors in the country. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland also all have compulsory donation unless you opt-out. Please make sure…
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'Snowflake generation'
Young people are often given a bad rap and I think every generation is compared to the ones before it. I found this article an interesting read: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqzrz0z4plk1o "Accusations that the young are a snowflake generation are wrong, the head of an independent review into mental health, ADHD and…
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Bonnie Greer RIP
It's very sad to know we'll no longer see and hear this extraordinary woman on our screens 🕊️
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LEGOLAND Windsor Resort 30th Anniversary Cake Guy Mascot
Has anyone been to LEGOLAND Windsor and met the cakecellent Cake Guy mascot? Who else is a big fan of theme parks?
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70 Up - tonight at 9pm on ITV
We've followed their lives for six decades - now the stars of 7 Up are bowing out Image source, ITV Image caption, 70 Up stars from left to right: Peter Davies, Symon Basterfield, Paul Kligerman, Tony Walker, Neil Hughes, John Brisby, Andrew Brackfield, Bruce Balden, Jackie Bassett, Suzy Lusk, Sue Davis By George Wright…
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Phone calls
Last weekend I got two calls, just now another, I couldn't get to my phone in time as I've mobility issues ,but I'm wondering could it be from pip as I'm 9months into a review? The mobile numbers showed each time on my caller id. Or is that less likely to be them because the numbers showed. Any ideas welcome.
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charged £114 customs charges for importing a disability rollator from the Nether
Hi everyone.
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AI
Is anyone else worried that AI may become self aware and too powerful ? If this happened - The definition of "life" would change ….
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Industrial Accident - any experience of claiming ?
IIDB, Exceptional Rate CAA and Constant Attendance Allowance (exceptional rate) Does anybody have any experience of claiming these ? My claim is extremely complex and involves being prescribed a drug by a military doctor, 36 years ago that has had a devastating ongoing effect on me - when I was not in the armed services !…
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BBC2 - Secrets of the Bayeux Tapestry
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00303gc What a stunning and emotional programme. I hope the hype calms down next year, i want so much to view this wondrous object.
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Below knee amputees : How do you wash yourself?
My physio advised I stand in front of a bowl, which I have been doing. It keeps my prosthetic dry, and is safe. But I recently gained access to a bath, so I tried that, but found it hard and very stressful. It was great feeling and being immersed in the water, but I found it quite dangerous, slippy, hard to move. I am…
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Play Disability Rugby League with the Bradford Bulls!
Do you enjoy playing rugby? Are you a disabled person? If so, the Bradford Bulls could be for you! Disability rugby league (rugby-league.com) is a mixture of non-contact and full contact ruby league, and can be played by any disabled person aged over 14 years old. The Bradford Bulls train every Saturday from 10am-11am at…
