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Cataracts Aren’t Just an “Old Person’s Problem”

When most people hear the word cataracts, they picture someone in their 70s or 80s. I used to think the same, but at just 15 years old, I was diagnosed with cataracts in both eyes after noticing trouble with my vision. A year later, at 16, I underwent cataract removal surgery in my right eye.

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What is the Better Care Fund?

Discover how the Better Care Fund integrates health and social care to support individuals and unpaid carers, offering essential services like respite care and short breaks. Learn about eligibility and how this vital programme can benefit you.

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Understanding Hidden Disabilities

Discover the importance of recognising hidden disabilities and supporting individuals with non-visible conditions. Learn how retailers, businesses, schools, and employers can promote inclusion through the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme, staff awareness, and everyday respect.

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Proving Pain for PIP Eligibility

For millions of people in the UK living with chronic pain, applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can feel like a battle against an invisible enemy. Pain, especially when it’s invisible or fluctuating, is difficult to measure, explain, and prove. The PIP assessment system, designed to support people with additional care or mobility needs, often falls short in recognising the daily impact of pain, leaving many to feel dismissed, doubted, or denied.