Curry-loving writer & NHS comms professional. I blog about life with fibromyalgia and depression at https://xitter.cf/t.co/dD0m3PPKcC. All views my own.
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Talking about our mental health can save lives - here's my story:
Talking about my mental health saved my life – let's keep the conversations going independent.co.uk/voices/meg…
My passport renewal has been w the T&T High Commission London since Dec 2025.After repeated delays, unanswered calls/email & now missing docs, my application still hasn’t been processed. Due to travel soon & can’t proceed.Unacceptable. @mfcagovtt @TTHCLondon pls reply urgently.
We all have a part to play to changing the narrative. theinvisiblef.com/2024/09/08…
Do the training: zerosuicidealliance.com/suic…
#ZeroSuicideLDN
#StartTheConversation
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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There is an increased risk of grass fires and wildfires in London this weekend 🔥
If you're enjoying the sunshine, here's our tips to help stay safe:
❌ Never have a BBQ on a balcony
🌳 Don't bring disposable BBQs to parks - it only takes a spark to start a grass fire
ALT An aerial image of five fire engines in a field next to burnt out grass
Kirsty Young reveals 'loneliness' of chronic pain bbc.com/news/articles/cljydn…
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If racism is affecting your mental health, we have information that can help you to get the support you need - mind.org.uk/information-supp… (4/4)
“That’s just how people like me have been treated in the United States and all over the world.”
Police knew murder suspect intended to kill a black man bbc.com/news/articles/c2q0x7…
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Today on the 76th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush, we recognise the many contributions & struggles of the Windrush Generation, since their arrival in 1948. We celebrate the rich diversity, culture, & strength they’ve brought to our NHS & country.
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It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 🎉
If you’re needing a little support, here’s who to call ☎️
ALT Reach out this mental health awareness week. Mind number 0300 123 3393 Samaritans 116 123 CALM 0800 58 58 58 C.A.L.L 0800 132 737 The Mix text THEMIX to 85258
How do you get moving when you have fibromyalgia and you’re extremely exhausted all the time? Here’s what works for me: theinvisiblef.com/2024/05/12…
#mhaw #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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With the Easter bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance. For more information on how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescrip….
ALT Text: Remember to order prescriptions early. To avoid delays in getting your medicines over the bank holiday, please order prescriptions in good time. You can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS App or at your local general practice.
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Ramadan Mubarak to all of those who will be taking part this year!
We wish you all a happy and safe month celebrating!
ALT Image of blue graphic a yellow moon, pink domes and white stars and lanterns
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay to all the incredible women working in the NHS. 💙
Thank you for showing such compassion, dedication and professionalism every day. You are all an inspiration.
#IWD2024
📷 @rupikaur_
ALT We all move forward when we recognise how resilient and striking the women around us are – Rupi Kaur
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Congrats to a well deserving team on this win!
Congratulations to our Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Communications award winners @westlondonnhs for their Mother Tongue, Motherhood and Mental Health campaign! 🏆
👏 Well done! 👏
#NHSCommunicate
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The most common symptoms of #fibromyalgia are:
pain & stiffness in many different muscles & bones, lasting for at least 3 months
being more sensitive to pain, temperature, light, smell & noise
extreme tiredness
difficulty sleeping
problems with concentration/memory
HEALTHDIRECT
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Drawing inspiration from her boys, her faith and other people battling chronic illness, Melissa says she won’t stop fighting for the life she deserves. theinvisiblef.com/2018/01/27… via @AliApow
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“I don't really cope on a daily basis, more on a pain by pain basis. Since I stopped working full-time, I'd say that I've been in less pain than before. The ironic thing can be that you end up doing much less, just to stay in that 'safe… theinvisiblef.com/2018/01/14… via @AliApow
Nature can revive us, and give us a whole- self reset. Here I felt at ease, my anxiety ebbed and I felt a flow of calm through my body. And even if that moment didn’t last last, I remember I can find another thousand moments like this. 1/2
#nature #mindfulness #mentalhealth
This is your reminder to:
✅ Be present in nature. Listen, look and feel it all.
✅ Be curious
✅ Share it with others
✅ Realise the wonder of our existence here and now within this miracle 💜 2/2
#reset #anxiety #breathe #naturetherapy