London clinic successfully uses 3D printing to make orthoses for children
A London clinic for disabled children has begun using 3D technology to treat their patients.
Care and support
Government figures reveal a record number of people benefit from Access to Work
Recent figures have highlighted that a record number of disabled people have been supported by the UK Government’s Access to Work scheme.
Brexit: Call for better communication over fears around medicine shortages
As the prospect of a no deal Brexit becomes more of a reality, there is a call for better communication with the public around medicine shortages and stockpiling.
Interview: Making a difference with Katie Piper
Following the launch of The Katie Piper Foundation Rehabilitation Centre, we sat down with Katie, to find out more about the vital work the centre does, and battling with confidence.
Exclusive: Katie Piper Foundation Rehabilitation Centre launches
Earlier this week, Enable was lucky enough to attend the official opening of the Katie Piper Foundation Rehabilitation Centre, at Fairfield Independent Hospital in St. Helens.
#ThingsThatGiveMeAnxiety – How a trending hashtag has opened up the conversation about anxiety
The hashtag #ThingsThatGiveMeAnxiety has been trending on Twitter over the past 24 hours, raising awareness of anxiety and offering coping strategies to achieve positive mental health.
Praising Scotland’s young carers
Caring responsibilities can prevent young carers from revelling in their childhood. However, one festival celebrates the dedicated contribution young carers provide in society. We learn more about the annual Scottish Young Carers Festival.
Scottish university granted £900,000 for Crohn’s disease research
The University of Glasgow has been granted over £900,000 for vital research into adults and children who have Crohn’s disease.
Making tiny changes to young people’s mental health
Of the six million people living in Scotland, we all have one thing in common: mental health. However, many young people are missing out on…
Youtuber’s ‘How to install a homelift’ video goes viral with over four million views
The fiancé of an aspiring equestrian star who suffered spinal injuries as the result of a fall from a horse has made a YouTube video about how the couple installed a homelift in their home which has gone viral with over four million views in four days.
The key to flexible learning
Distance learning gives disabled people the opportunity to study from home. We speak to a member of The Open University Disability Support Team to discover the benefits, challenges and support available.
Let’s talk about voice banking
Processing a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease (MND), or other associated illnesses, come with many possibilities to consider. One such experience could be preparing to lose your voice. Now, voice banking could provide a solace and safety net for people set to lose their voice.
Tackling social isolation with CP Teens UK founder Ellie Simpson
During her gap year Ellie Simpson, who has cerebral palsy, started to feel socially isolated. Motivated to create opportunities for other young disabled people Ellie set up her charity, CP Teens UK, and got involved with sport.
The smear factor: One woman’s fight to make smear tests accessible
Every year 1,200 people with a learning disability die unnecessarily from inappropriate healthcare. With less than a third of women with a learning disability attending a smear test, the impact is undoubtedly contributing to this number. We talk to one woman preparing for her first smear test.
On call with an Admiral Nurse
There are over 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK. Providing a beacon of guidance, support, and care is an crucial team of workers: Admiral Nurses. Giving specialist dementia support to families, Admiral Nurse Rachel Murray discusses her role.