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HypoparaExchange Podcast: Episode Five HypoparaExchange
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Episode 5: Our life with hypopara – the carer perspective
In this episode of HypoparaExchange, we hear from CEO and founder of Parathyroid UK, Liz Glenister and her husband Bill. Liz and Bill describe how hypoparathyroidism has affected their lives, from patient and carer perspectives.
Liz, who lives with hypoparathyroidism, founded Parathyroid UK in 2005 after being undiagnosed with the condition for many years. Through her organisation, Liz helps provide information and advice to those living with the condition, as well as bringing the community together to support each other, as they can often feel very isolated. In this episode, we hear Liz discuss her journey to diagnosis, how the condition affects daily life and the impact it can have on relationships with family and friends. In parallel, Bill shares his perspective as a carer for someone living with hypopara, detailing the support he provides to Liz. They also both provide helpful tips for day-to-day living with hypopara.
The HypoparaExchange series is moderated by science writer, broadcaster and BBC journalist, Vivienne Parry.
This podcast was initiated, produced and funded by Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd and is available to the public for information purposes only; it should not be used for diagnosis or treating health problems or disease. It is not intended to substitute for consultation with a healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider for further advice. The impact of the symptoms of hypopara described in this podcast are based on a single person’s experience and perspective of living with the condition, described in their own words. Not all people living with the condition will experience the same symptoms.
Episode 5: Our life with hypopara – the carer perspective
In this episode of HypoparaExchange, we hear from CEO and founder of Parathyroid UK, Liz Glenister and her husband Bill. Liz and Bill describe how hypoparathyroidism has affected their lives, from patient and carer perspectives.
Liz, who lives with hypoparathyroidism, founded Parathyroid UK in 2005 after being undiagnosed with the condition for many years. Through her organisation, Liz helps provide information and advice to those living with the condition, as well as bringing the community together to support each other, as they can often feel very isolated. In this episode, we hear Liz discuss her journey to diagnosis, how the condition affects daily life and the impact it can have on relationships with family and friends. In parallel, Bill shares his perspective as a carer for someone living with hypopara, detailing the support he provides to Liz. They also both provide helpful tips for day-to-day living with hypopara.
The HypoparaExchange series is moderated by science writer, broadcaster and BBC journalist, Vivienne Parry.
This podcast was initiated, produced and funded by Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd and is available to the public for information purposes only; it should not be used for diagnosis or treating health problems or disease. It is not intended to substitute for consultation with a healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider for further advice. The impact of the symptoms of hypopara described in this podcast are based on a single person’s experience and perspective of living with the condition, described in their own words. Not all people living with the condition will experience the same symptoms.
27 min