Posts in Illness
The long road to fatherhood - Best

This isn't an easy read, but it's poignant and beautiful and Jon's attitude towards the double tragedy he and wife Vikki faced is utterly gorgeous. Because he's glad he had the little time he had with his twin sons. He's grateful to the medical team who tried to save their lives, the friends he made while living in the worst possible circumstances, the kindness of those who helped his family during their time of need.

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I survived hell - Best

It was such an honour to work with Svetlana on her memories of Chernobyl - and a real inspiration to hear her thoughts and musings on how not to live in the shadow of such a terrifying and traumatic experience. The Chernobyl nuclear disaster shook the world and although I've always known vaguely what happened, interviewing Svetlana gave me insight into what really happened. It makes for a harrowing yet inspiring read - out now in Best.

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Six days with my beautiful baby - Best

This is the story of Caitlin, a very special little lady who lived for just six days. Her story is heartbreaking, but her incredible mum, Nicole, is determined to live a happy life in Caitlin's memory - because Caitlin made her so happy for the duration of her little life. 

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I'm scared I've given my daughter a brutal disease - Bella Magazine

Donna shares her story of how she watched Parkinson's disease overwhelm her grandmother and her mother. Now battling it herself, Donna is such a brave and courageous woman, determined to give her own daughter the best life she can.

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You'll be with me every step of the way - Bella

There wasn't a dry eye in the house while I was working on this story - Jon's love for his wife Rach shone through his words and it was an honour to write for him .Over on my 'charity' page you can see the link for Jon's fundraising campaign - he's raising money for Breast Cancer Care to thank the charity for the support they gave his family during Rach's cancer battle. His story is out now in Bella.

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We'll fight the NHS - Sunday Mirror

I've worked with the incredible Rich family before, but last time, the story had hope and promise... We thought the pioneering treatment little Jess and Nicole were on might change the world for generations of kids with rare genetic diseases. But now, the NHS has refused to fund the treatment which leaves these girls at a perilous crossroads. 

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