Inspiring Resilience - Empowering Lives

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Tune in regular to our podcast Inflammatory!

We want everyone to understand what life is like living with a chronic fluctuating disease. Our founders Debbie and Katy, along with special guests, give a unique insight into their lives covering the realities of living with inflammatory arthritis (IA) in a positive and friendly way. They discuss topics that matter most to the community and answer real questions with honesty based on their experiences navigating life with IA.

You can be part of the Inflammatory! community by sending in your questions or even a voice note (see details below) to Debbie and Katy. Your contribution could be featured on the podcast! Please note Debbie and Katy are not medical professionals; they speak from their own lived experience.

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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.

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.

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