Episode 51 Charlie Robards: Living with Axial SpA
Diagnosed with Axial Spondyloarthritis at 18, Charlie Robards saw his sporting future change overnight but never stopped moving. In this episode, he shares an honest story of pain, resilience, and the peace that comes from finally opening up.
Episode 50 Can children get rheumatic diseases?
We celebrate our 50th episode & mark World Young Rheumatic Diseases Day, highlighting that children and young people live with rheumatic diseases. We explore real experiences, from diagnosis challenges to family impact, and why raising awareness truly matters.
Episode 49 AI with Dr Keith Grimes
Discover how AI could reshape the future of healthcare in this fascinating conversation with Dr Keith Grimes. From data to diagnostics, he shares an expert view on what’s coming next.
Episode 48 Why Do We Hide IA Pain?
Why do people with inflammatory arthritis hide their pain? We discuss masking symptoms, diagnosis overwhelm, and the importance of community in helping people feel less alone.
Ramadan with IA
Ramadan with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Finding Balance Between Faith, Fatigue and Family Ramadan has always been a deeply meaningful time for me, a month of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual reset. But living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has changed the way I experience fasting. It has taught me something unexpected: that Ramadan is not about perfection, but […]
Episode 47 Rheumatoid Arthritis at 19
Diagnosed at just 19 with Rheumatoid arthritis, Hansa shares her powerful journey, opening up about hiding her pain, navigating pregnancy and motherhood with an invisible illness, and the life-changing moment she finally found the right treatment.
Episode 46 – IA A Friend’s perspective
We are joined by Katy’s friend Cat to discuss friendship & life after a diagnosis of IA, exploring how chronic illness impacts relationships and the importance of support, awareness, and communication.
Episode 45 – How does IA affect friendships?
We reflect on the realities of managing chronic illness, from medication challenges and healthcare transparency to how diagnosis reshapes friendships and support networks.
Episode 44 – Pregnant & diagnosed with IA
Haffy shares her experience of being diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis while pregnant, and the challenges of delayed diagnosis and treatment decisions. A powerful story of resilience, self-advocacy, and living well with chronic illness.
Episode 43 – What does AI mean for IA?
We explore what AI could mean for inflammatory arthritis, from personalised treatment to earlier diagnosis, while reminding us why human connection and compassion must always sit at the heart of healthcare.
