Month: January 2019
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Entertainment & Culture
BFI presents a history of ‘Disabled Britain on Film’ from 1911 to the present day
The BFI has launched ‘Disabled Britain on Film’, a rich and varied free online collection of more than 170 films from across…
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Lifestyle
10 truths about being a wheelchair user
We hear from writer Raya who shares 10 truths about being a wheelchair user. From avoiding getting your wheels dirty…
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News
WAV Compare.com celebrates £5 million milestone
WAV Compare is the UK’s leading online platform that only promotes wheelchair accessible vehicles and is celebrating hitting the £5…
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Lifestyle
8 unbelievable experiences with strangers – all because I’m disabled
Having read our 10 bizarre experiences with carers article, Disability Horizons reader and wheelchair user Helen Wheels got in touch…
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Entertainment & Culture
Disabled actor James Moore wins Best Newcomer at the NTAs 2019
Last night, disabled actor James Moore won the award for Best Newcomer at the National Television Awards 2019 for his…
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Travel & Holidays
Disability and travel: the easy way to transport your equipment and luggage on holiday
One of the most frustrating and stressful parts of a trip away can be transporting, handling and protecting your luggage…
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Assistive Tech & Products
3 top-rated products for disabled people on Rate it!
We all want to find everyday products that will make our lives easier, right? New website Rate it! can help…
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Wellbeing & Fitness
How a visually impaired boxer with muscle weakness is knocking down barriers
Sannah Hussain isn’t your ‘typical’ boxer. She’s female, Muslim, visually impaired and has muscle weakness. But that’s exactly why she’s…
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Lifestyle
How AccessAble’s website and app can make your life easier
Disability Horizons Co-founder Martyn Sibley recently tried out the new AccessAble app. It has accessibility data for restaurants, attractions, shops,…
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Work & Education
Future audiologist has a unique perspective as a wheelchair user
Olivia Bender was diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis at the age of 14 and since then has used a wheelchair for…
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