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England's Amputee Football Team Could Miss the World Cup Due to a Lack of Funding
Two athletes compete fiercely in an amputee football match, showcasing their skills and determination on the field. Despite earning their place at the Amputee Football World Cup in Mexico, England's men's amputee football team could miss the tournament for one simple reason… They can't afford to go. The squad is trying to raise around £50,000 to cover the cost of competing. While the Football Association funds several England para-football teams, amputee football is currently

Paul Fogarty
Jul 233 min read


When Help Feels Complicated: Navigating Independence as a New Amputee
The first time you need help with something that used to be automatic, it can feel like the room has gone quiet around you. A door. A step. A sock. A dropped phone. A shower. A shopping bag. None of these things used to carry emotional weight. Then life changes, and suddenly a small task can bring up grief, anger, embarrassment, gratitude, fear, and stubbornness all at once. For a new amputee, help can be one of the hardest parts of recovery to understand. Not the medical sid

Paul Fogarty
Jul 219 min read
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