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Orthotics – A lifelong journey for survivors of the polio virus

When polio struck, especially in the 1940s and 50s before vaccines were widely available, it often left children with lasting effects. This highly infectious virus attacked the nervous system, damaging... Read more

Charity mourns loss of Trustee Linda Evers

The British Polio Fellowship is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Linda Evers, a long-serving Trustee and dedicated member of the Leeds Branch. Linda passed away peacefully after a... Read more

Automatic referrals to specialist charities

Hundreds of thousands of people with long-term health conditions will soon get extra help and support from expert charities, thanks to a new service announced by the Prime Minister on... Read more

New report: Scotland’s ‘invisible’ patients

Patients with neurological conditions and their carers are “falling between the cracks” and many do not feel supported by Scotland’s health system, according to a major new report. The survey... Read more

Radio Decorum interview with Kripen Dhrona

After his successful interview with Consultant Physician in Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr. Simon Shaw back in April, radio DJ and polio survivor Moz Copestake was back on air on Friday 27... Read more

BPF backs call to fix NHS care for polio survivors

People across the UK who have had polio and are now living with its effects are being failed by health systems which are struggling to meet even basic needs, according... Read more

British Polio Fellowship exhibits at RCN Congress 2025

The British Polio Fellowship (BPF) participated as an exhibitor at the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Congress 2025. Read more

Kamran Mallick is new patron of the BPF

The British Polio Fellowship, a UK-wide charity supporting polio survivors, is delighted to announce Kamran Mallick as its new Patron. Kamran, who has served as Chief Executive of Disability Rights UK since... Read more

Heat alert: Polio survivors urged to take care

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning as temperatures are expected to rise sharply in the coming days, potentially reaching highs of 33°C. This spike in heat... Read more

British Polio Fellowship brings awareness to Holyrood

From 20 to 22 May, the British Polio Fellowship (BPF) hosted an exhibition at Holyrood, the Scottish Parliament. Read more