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Sounds,04 Feb 2022,23 mins

Kate and Holly: Covid hits after two years of shielding

Access All: Disability News and Mental Health

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Our reality podcast. Kate has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, is a mum of two, wife to an immunocompromised Holly, and is awaiting a hysterectomy. A complex situation where Covid restrictions have brought more obstacles than anyone could have imagined. After months of anxiety and years of pain, Kate is given a date for the surgery - but unfortunately it doesn't go smoothly. Emotions take over as plans are thwarted. Expect tears as Kate records the most intimate and challenging moments - as they happen. If you have any advice or wish to share your experiences with Kate, please email producer Amy Elizabeth at [email protected] Listen to Ouch's Isolation Diaries with Kate and Holly right now by saying "ask the BBC for Ouch" to your smart speaker. And subscribe now on BBC Sounds.

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