Yesterday a 17 year old was charged with murder. It is claimed he is autistic. So once again for those who don’t think: Autism is not a mental illness or disease. Autistic people are rarely violent. Autistic people are far more likely to be victims of violence

The ⁦BBC News (UK)⁩ website asked for my reflections on a week I, and many others, will never forget. ⬇️ bbc.com/news/articles/…

You destroyed a library. It was MORE than a library, it was a food bank, a source of heat for people in the winter, a place for kids from low income families to use the internet, or do their homework. Why destroy something so vital? Yeah you’re so patriotic guys.

Cyanosis does not always present as purplish or bluish on the skin, as most medical textbooks portray! Certain systemic factors can contribute to healthcare disparities that dark-skinned individuals experience. Diagnostic challenges have been a significant concern in medical

Based on the story I share on here I was asked to provide some content on PANS PANDAS and my Sons story for students doing a Nursing degree. I am so grateful to be given this opportunity and now have started to get some student feedback and it’s emotional ! Make a difference ❤️

Psoriasis plaques are usually described as “pink to red.”  Although psoriasis affects individuals of all races, our educational materials frequently depict it as primarily affecting individuals with lighter skin tones. The underrepresentation of skin conditions like psoriasis on

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, yet many still struggle for years without a proper diagnosis. PCOS is a hormonal disorder that can cause irregular periods, weight gain, acne, excessive hair growth, and even infertility. But it’s more

So lovely to see Sara Turle 💙 at the #PENNA24 awards, you are as fabulous as always!!

My bottle is full to the brim as I carry yesterday away with me. Memories to lighten any day. ❤ Never forget the difference you all make. Thank you #PENNA24 Thank you Ruth Evans MBE at PEN @pickereurope ❤

Congratulations Freya!! Empowering hc professionals and young patients with a disability to attain their goals. You are an inspiration & I am so proud to have followed you on your STN journey! I wish you every success in your future career xx #PENNA24 LJMUHealth Keeley Marie Guest

Yesterday i had the privilege of attending #PENNA24 - such an honour to be surrounded by so many wonderful, hard working, and inspirational people who are passionate about improving healthcare experiences, and are working tirelessly to do so.

lookfoundation.org "Dedicated to redefining the course of #MentalHealth by ensuring that no child or young adults with #Pans / #Pandas is missed." 👌 #PansPandasAwarenessDay #NoMoreLostChildren

Mr G Morning #FFBWednesday, it’s #PansPandasAwarenessDay today. If you work in education or allied professions please repost and share to raise awareness of these devastating conditions- edpsy.org.uk/blog/2024/unde…

Today is International #PANS #PANDAS Awareness Day. I often wonder how different Emily’s life would be if she had been diagnosed and treated appropriately. Early diagnosis will save lives #PansPandasAwarenessDay

Amazing ! We went through dozens of Doctors, Nurses, Psychiatrists who all said “autistic breakdown” for a child of 9 who had previously shown no autistic tendencies and who had changed overnight. If you work with children please open your eyes and mind to an organic cause.

In the US,  according to the National Organization on Disability, 21% of working-age adults with disabilities are employed in healthcare, and how much of that is adequately represented? Despite a recent explosion in research related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the

Many patients with darker skin live with this infection all their lives and are not aware of it due to the saturation of most images and illustrations being only white. The lack of visual representation of infections like this can lead to emotional distress or

As healthcare professionals, we're trained to recognize the subtle signs of underlying medical conditions. One often-overlooked symptom is pallor – a pale skin and mucus membrane appearance. Diagnosing pallor can be particularly challenging in individuals with darker skin tones.