Health talk: Sharing people’s experiences of health
Ever wanted to hear from people with the same health condition as you? There’s a website for that
Experiencing poor physical and mental health can be lonely. You may feel that no one understands what you’re going through, or that you’d like to have access to people with first-hand experience of your problems. Luckily, healthtalk.org is on hand. They share videos of people talking about their experiences with a range of different conditions. Hearing and reading about how other people have coped in the same situation as you can help you on your own health journey. At the very least, it will show you that you’re not alone.
Health Talk provides supportive information for over 100 conditions and situations, including:
The website also provides advice on such things as:
- Decisions about treatment
- Talking to people you love about your health
- Wellbeing
- Managing work and education
Your ill health doesn’t mean you have to suffer alone. There is a community of people who’ve gone through the same things you’re experiencing, and their stories might just help you manage your own health. Health Talk is one of many resources available to explore.
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Last Reviewed 2 August 2023
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