Tourette's: Care provision and tackling stigma
5 Live looks at the care provision available to diagnose and treat those with Tourette's, a neurological condition that causes a person to make involuntary movements and sounds.
5 Live takes an in-depth look at the available care provision to diagnose and support people with Tourette’s, a neurological condition that causes a person to make involuntary movements and sounds.
Only 1 in 5 of the NHS Mental Health Trusts in England and Health Boards in Wales contacted by the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ say they provide at least one specialist in tic disorders, including Tourette’s syndrome. Producer Isabel Kimbrey, who was diagnosed at the age of 7 picks up the story and explores some of the stigmas. In this podcast you'll hear from presenter Aidy Smith, comedian Joe Black, and TikTok campaigner Holly-Anne Maria as well as from a range of experts and others with the condition.
This content was first heard on 5 Live during Neurodiversity Celebration week in March 2024 and forms part of the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ 5 Live’s Me, My Health and I series.
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