National food strategy is 'patronising'
Michelin-star rated chef, John Noon, traded gourmet meals for serving healthy school dinners to disadvantaged kids. He thinks the new report by Henry Dimbleby is out of touch with reality
Health and society
My goals as a journalist are to shape the narrative of autistic women and to increase awareness of chronic health conditions affecting neurodiverse communities. I am also passionate about various social and economic issues that particularly impact the disabled community.
My passion for this subject comes from lived personal experience. I was diagnosed autistic 25 years ago, and live with multiple chronic health conditions.
Autistic women are still being failed and stigmatized
Why women are still struggling to get a diagnosis and the help and support they need
Parenting challenges in autistic households
The uncertainty, upheaval, and confusing messages mean that autistic children are more likely to suffer long-term mental health problems as a result of lockdown
Can I get enough protein on a plant-based diet?
Plant-based diets are increasingly popular. More people are choosing a 'flexitarian' diet, enjoying meat less often. Here's some protein-
Lies by emission
The Green Homes Grant had the potential to create new jobs and lift millions out of fuel poverty. Six months later the £1.5bn scheme was cancelled. So what happens next?
37m fewer GP appointments during pandemic
There have been nearly 37 million fewer GP appointments in England since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
An analysis of experimental figures from NHS Digital, published on Thursday, shows that in the 12 months from March 2020 there were an estimated 275 million GP appointments in England.
Huge rise in undiagnosed breast cancer
Women are urged to get screened as an estimated 11,000 are thought to be living with undiagnosed breast cancer due to the pandemic
Net losses
When physical shops and services close during a pandemic, it becomes clearer than ever that internet access is vital. So what happens to the nine million people living in digital poverty?
The Impact of Malnutrition on Children
Far too many children face a festive period of food insecurity that will put them at a disadvantage when they return to the classroom
Mental health is in crisis - gyms must stay open
The recent u-turn on Liverpool gym closures is a victory for mental health. Here’s why.
PCOS and Weight Gain - Why 'eat less, move more' is too simplistic
PCOS affects one in 10 women in the UK. Here's my personal journey of living with the condition.
About Me
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