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This is part 3 of the short series of podcasts with the wonderful Rachel Jessey from Benourished. Rachel has so much knowledge and experience which is why we have discussed several interrelated topics over the 3 podcasts.
In this episode we focus on disrupted sleep, the process of natural  melatonin and cortisol to support and regulate the sleep pattern and the wake pattern in correlation with the circadian rhythm. We talk about natural light vs artificial light to support people who are bed bound or light sensitive, meeting the person where they are with their chronic illness.
Rachel and I discuss the benefits of introducing light during sunrise to release the natural cortisol triggering the healthy cortisol awakening response.
Rachel explains how having mobile phones and wearing smart watches during the night causes sleep disruption, this is because they are all connected to the wifi and emit electromagnetic frequencies, these can destabilise electrons, she explains how if you have MCAS the electrons are already destabilised.
We discuss the importance of food for energy and the cortisol levels and avoid low blood sugar levels which takes the body into "fight or flight". Have a listen to the podcast to find out so much more.

Thank you so much for listening, as always take care #onedayatatime

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Rachel's details:
https://www.benourished.co.uk
Email: rachel@benourished.co.uk

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My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

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Following on from the last episode of the podcast, as promised this is part 2 with Rachel Jessey from Benourised. We continue and expand on the short conversation we had at the end of the last episode on faecal implant, Rachel has so much knowledge and this is a really interesting topic.
We also talk about the circadian rhythm and how we can reset this rhythm which supports the natural absorption of vitamin D, sleep, digestion and more. I explain what I put into practice during my recent holiday and what the impact this has had , listen to this episode of the podcast to find out more. Rachel talks about the benefit of natural light thinking about the full spectrum of light, sunrise and sunset. Rachel and I talk about the different severities of chronic conditions and how we can support and meet patients where they are in their journey, and what benefits this can have. We touch upon the benefit of red light and will have a part 3 to this podcast to discuss this in more detail. This is another podcast filled with lots of information, I really appreciate Rachel joining me.
As always thank you for listening to the podcast #onedayatatime
 
Links from this episode:
Rachel’s details:
https://www.benourisehed.co.uk/
Email:
rachel@benourished.co.uk

Jack Ruse
https://jackkruse.com/

Alexander Marakovsky
https://www.longdom.org/open-access/the-industry-originated-probiotic-bacteria-role-in-covid19-60345.html

Documentary: Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut
https://www.netflix.com/title/81436688 

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

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In this episode of the podcast I talk with Kevin Digby and Rachel Hext following the High court hearing on the 6th March 2024. Kevin is a partner at GA Solicitors and is representing nearly 70 healthcare workers with Long Covid taking the NHS and other employers to court.
Many healthcare workers are living with the disabling consequences of Long Covid after working on the frontline, with inadequate, incorrect or no PPE (personal protective equipment).
We discuss the day in court and the outcome from the 6th March 2024, Kevin explains what this means going forward and what can be expected from the hearing in October 2024.
Rachel explains how she felt being in the court that day, why she advocates for herself and others with Long Covid, we touch upon her experience with the media and both positive and negative public opinion.
I asked Kevin if it is too late for other healthcare workers to contact him, he explains it is not and why, please use the details below if you would like to contact Kevin.
A huge thank you to Kevin and Rachel, and thank you for listening to the podcast, as always #onedayatatime, take care. 

Links from todays episode:
Kevin.Digby@gasolicitors.com - please include your telephone number when contacting Kevin
https://gasolicitors.com/our-people/kevin-digby/
https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/kevin-digby-2321232
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My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

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In this episode of the podcast, I am grateful to have two fantastic guests join me, Professor Louise Cummings is a professor at the Hong Kong polytechnic university, she conducts research on language and communication disorders and is the author and editor of over 20 books in this area. Kerry Davies is a returning guest, a fellow advocate and nurse who lives with Long Covid and the language and communication disorders associated. We discuss language and communications disorders, the research Louise is undertaking, how communication effects the person, their working life, personal life and how adaptations can support an effective return to work. We discuss the research Louise has undertaken to date, her findings and ongoing research in this area.
I hope you enjoy this episode, take care and as always #onedayatatime

Links from this episode:
Office of national statistics:
Number of economically inactive people due to long-term sickness in the United Kingdom from May 1993 to July 2023
 https://www.statista.com/statistics/1388245/uk-sick-leave-figures/

Full study article: Cognitive - linguistic difficulties adults with Long Covid: A follow up study
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949903823000325

Infograph: Cognitive - linguistic difficulties adults with Long Covid: A follow up study 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ymz_yNrwyQrcoE7lGRwfN_QC7D_6kKwX/view

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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Over the last couple of weeks you may have seen in the news,  Dr Fearnley and the group she co-founded Long Covid Doctors for action; If not, these are a group of doctors who have come together to take action against the NHS negligent work place exposure. They are being represented by Bond Turner.
Today, I am fortunate to be able to talk with Kevin Digby, a partner at GA Solicitors, just to make clear this is a completely separate legal firm to Bond Turner. However
Kevin explains, GA Solicitors have been supporting and representing healthcare workers, due to the negligent exposure for the last couple of years, and are quite far on in this process.
Kevin and I discuss what this means for healthcare workers and others in a Q&A, covering how this process works, who it covers, what it means for those effected, appropriate PPE and dispelling myths around timescale for raising a claim. This is an interesting and informative episode, should you wish to speak with Kevin or find out more information please use the links below.
Thank you for joining me on today's podcast as always #onedayatatime, Take care.

Links from todays episode:
Kevin.Digby@gasolicitors.com - please include your telephone number when contacting Kevin
https://gasolicitors.com/our-people/kevin-digby/
https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/kevin-digby-2321232
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My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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On this episode of the podcast I discuss invisible disability, and how a Ted talk I recently had  sent to my inbox, had such an impact on me. I watched the Ted talk and could relate to Dr Amrita Sen Mutherjee  experience of living with her own invisible disability. I resonated with her experience of having her condition diagnosed, and the subsequent impact to her life, family life and career.
UK Parliament estimate 70 to 80% of disability is invisible, which made me consider why invisibility is still fuelled with stigma, judgement and disregard, this appears to be historic and although experienced by people with Long Covid, would appear to effect many people living with invisible disability.
I don't have the answer to the "why" however I do feel we can collectively, the advocacy groups, charities and individual advocates can continue to raise awareness, educate and make the invisible, visible. The aim of this podcast is to open conversation about invisible disability, its short but relevant #onedayatatime

Links:
Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee - Ted talk: Invisible disability; challenging bias to enable change
https://youtu.be/Ro3SbU95qwc?si=Diw-6RbqQXiuezCt

Equality Act 2010
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/equality-act-2010-guidance

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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Happy new year to everyone, this is the first podcast of 2024 and I will be honest it has no structure at all, but then that was the point!
I wanted to talk today about how not everything is or can be structured, how the general consensus is "new year new me", but that is not always realistic and just becomes an added pressure and expectation. 
I explain how I have reflected on many things recently, I look at social media like anyone else, and see the wonderful experiences and beautiful pictures they post, and while I am not disrespecting that I am also being realistic that this is not a consistent reality. 
Life is not linear and when it moves in a completely different direction to what you thought or had planned it is challenging, it is traumatic and while it can be helpful to look forward to what might be possible, it is so important to allow personal grief. This may include anger, frustration, upset etc and that is ok, it's a normal reaction. I explain how gaslighting has prevented many people from feeling able to explore the emotional impact living with a physical health long term condition. 
The bottom line of this episode is, we are all perfectly imperfect and I appreciate how much I have learnt, the support I have received and I hope I can continue with the podcast and make sure nobody feels alone #onedayatatime 

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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It is Christmas Eve 2023 and on this episode of the podcast I talk about creating healthy boundaries. 
What are healthy boundaries? how can we set and manage healthy boundaries in our lives?
I discuss how important healthy boundaries are to support our health and wellbeing. How setting boundaries support open, honest and healthy relationships. I appreciate  setting boundaries can be a challenge, we have expectations of ourselves and people have expectations of us!  The expectations can often be unrealistic and this creates a risk of us over extending our energy envelope and risks a crash/relapse, having and maintaining healthy boundaries can reduce those expectations and avoid symptom exacerbation. 
I offer some tips and examples on setting some healthy boundaries, I hope you find this episode of the podcast useful, as always one day and a time and take care. 
Merry Christmas and I will see you in the new year!

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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On this episode of the podcast I chat with Jo Bellingham, charity manager for POTS UK.
Jo and I discuss the POTS UK charity and Jo explains what the charity does and how it supports people who are living with POTS. We discuss the treatment options for POTS which includes medications and lifestyle changes.
POTS UK have a website which is full of evidenced based and supportive information, you will find useful links and information on any upcoming events from POTS UK. Jo also talks about the peer to peer support groups which are open to anyone and cover a variety of useful topics.
You can also find POTS UK on YouTube,  and subscribe to their channel which is full of useful information, short Yoga sessions and various webinars including the Long Covid sessions Jo mentions.
I hope you find this a useful episode, as always one day at a time, take care

Links from todays episode:

support@potsuk.org
info@potsuk.org
www.potsuk.org

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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On this podcast I talk about anxiety and depression, the gaslighting, mental health and the autonomic nervous system. 
In this episode I discuss  the importance of feeling able to talk about anxiety and depression and how this has an effect on our lives. I discuss how important mental health is, how it should not be made taboo or minimised. 
I talk about the autonomic nervous system and dysregulation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system . I explain how this has effected me and the symptoms I have experienced. I discuss how these symptoms can be managed and what helps me to stabilise my autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I am passionate about this subject as I do not think anxiety and depression should be minimised or made taboo. I hope this helps you guys to feel empowered to talk about your emotions, any anxiety and depression without  fear of judgement. Please feel free to contact me vis my social platforms, details below. I hope you have the best day you can, as I always say, one day at a time. 

My Links:
Long Covid clinic -Dr Binita Kane & Julie Taylor; Email: info@thelongcovidclinic.co.uk for more information

Episode sponsor; Turnto - This is a brilliant app, a one stop shop to support anyone living with, caring for or supporting and additionally professionals working with people living with Long Covid and or MECFS - please mention The Long Covid podcast n the "how did you hear about us" section, thank you
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