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This week, Hubert speaks to PHD student researcher Zein about how she takes her guide dog on outdoor trips including hiking.

Barry Snell chats to Claire Merritt about her upcoming Glasswalk challenge. Claire is fundraising for My Vision Oxfordshire, who have been a massive help since her sight loss began in 2021. Click to find out more about MyVision Oxfordshire

How is sexual health linked to mental health? Paulina spoke to local wellbeing service SASH ‘Support and Advice on Sexual Health’ (SASH) to learn more for this year’s Sexual Health Week and why they would like to hear from blind and partially sighted people.Sexual Health Week runs from the 9th till 15th of September.To find out more about SASH visit: sashlondon.orgImage shows SASH's logo. On a white background 'sash' written in small rounded letters in a deep pink colour.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like for a blind or partially sighted person to visualise art? Hubert has been speaking to Millie, a graphics student about her sight loss journey, and how she makes art accessible for her.

On Guide Dog Blogs this week, Hubert once again chats to Chris Wallace from Berkshire Stags, this time all about going shopping and visiting restaurants.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Descriptive Tour and Workshop: The Collection - Sunday 25 August, 11am, national Portrait Gallery, London Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World - Thursday 29 August, 7pm, The Other Palace, London Fiddler on the Roof - Saturday 31 August, 2.15pm, Open Air Theatre Regent’s Park, LondonAntony & Cleopatra - Wednesday 4 September, 2pm, touch tour 12noon and Sunday 15 September, 1pm, touch tour 11am, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London, Grease the Musical - Saturday 7 September, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, CardiffHow I Learned to Swim - Thursday 12 September, 7.45pm, touch tour 6.15pm, Brixton House, LondonTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

In our weekly Guide Dog Blogs feature, Hubert talks to Chris Wallace and asks him about how he takes his guide dog to Cricket matches.

In this edition of Guide Dog Blogs, Hubert speaks to Luci Franks as he tries to get some tips on traveling with your guide dog on trains and buses.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Much Ado About Nothing - Saturday 10 August, 2pm, touch tour 12noon, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London& Juliet -Thursday 15 August, 7.30pm, King’s Theatre, GlasgowSkeleton Crew - Saturday 17 August, 2.30pm, touch tour 12.30pm, Donmar Warehouse, LondonChitty Chitty Bang Bang - Saturday 24 August, 2pm, Hawth Theatre, Crawley Peanut Butter & Blueberries - Thursday 29 August, 7pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Kiln Theatre, LondonTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a unique and memorable celebration of music, dance and military pageantry is underway. But did you know that this iconic event also has a couple shows coming up with audio description and a Touch Tour beforehand? Let’s find out more from audio describer, Amanda Drollinger. The audio described events are on Thursday 8th of August and Tuesday 13th of August. Image: Crowds attend the The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Edinburgh Castle is lit up in the background, with golden fireworks bursting above it. The performers are lined up in neat rows at the centre with the ground underneath them in blue. Raising up above them on both sides are stands filled with the audience. (Image credit: Edinburgh Tattoo)

Edinburgh International Festival is underway, and today we’re taking a look at a joyful dance performance from Brazil. Grupo Corpo has its UK premiere and will be available to experience with audio description (AD). So, let’s find out a bit more about this unique performance from the show’s audio describer, Amanda Drollinger. The AD performance for this show is on Wednesday 7th of August. Book tickets by calling the box office on 0311 473 2056 or visiting the EIF website www.eif.co.uk/events/please-right-back Image is a bright yellow photo with black an yellow text. The text reads 'together we are' highlighted in black and written in sketched yellow capitals with 'Edinburgh International Festival' below in bold black capitals.

Have you ever wanted to make your own music but not sure where to start? Well artificial intelligence could step in to make creating your own songs in no time. Tech Talk’s Dave Williams has been finding out about 'Suno'.You can find out more about AI music from Suno here - Suno

It’s that time of the week when we discuss our favourite guide companions. This week, Hubert chats with blind adventurer Dean Dunbar, as he tells us about taking his guide dog Molly mountain biking, and there’s even a short story about an under cover guide dog.

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond. Allan Russell went along and spoke with American pop singer, Tiffany. Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond.Allan Russell went along and spoke with Pauline Black, lead singer of English 2 tone ska revival ban, The Selecter.Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond.Allan Russell went along and spoke with English singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer, Nix Kershaw.Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond.Allan Russell went along and spoke with Scottish musician, singer-songwriter and record producer Midge Ure.Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond. Allan Russell went along and spoke with musician and founding member of Living in a Box, Marcus Vere. Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond. Allan Russell went along and spoke with Scottish pop duo Hue and Cry. Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond.Allan Russell went along and spoke with David Grant, lead singer of British soul/Brit funk band Linx.Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Rewind Scotland 2024 returned to the spectacular grounds of Scone Palace in Perth on Friday 19th till Sunday 21st of July to celebrate music icons of the 80s and beyond.Allan Russell went along and spoke with English singer and frontman of the two-tone band Bad Manners, Buster Bloodvessel.Image: Rewind Scotland logo. A white square with 'REW!ND' written in bold black capital letters, underlined with a bold black line and underneath written in one neat row and separated by small black dots: 'Scotland', 'North', 'South.'

Thomas Pocklington Trust have once again released more internship opportunities as part of their Get Set Progress Program, and Hubert has been speaking to Josh, head of internships about what opportunities are available.

For this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we are talking about urinary tract infections or UTIs as they are sometimes called. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about some of the symptoms of UTIs which people might find a bit unpleasant and then too outlining some of the main causes of urinary tract infections. Moving then on to any ways around the prevention of urinary tract infections. Finally Elizabeth talked about some of the reasons why you might be advised to go to the pharmacy first about urinary tract infections. There is more information about urinary tract infections or UTIs on the following pages of the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/urinary-tract-infections-utis/ To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

In Guide Dog Blogs this week Hubert speaks to Luci franks about taking your guide dog to outdoor events, including rugby matches and festivals, and also what events you may want to think twice about before taking your canine companion to.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: 101 Dalmatians - The Musical, Saturday 27 July, 2pm, touch tour 12.30pm, Curve Theatre Leicester Your Lie In April - Sunday 28 July, 1pm, Harold Pinter Theatre London And Juliet - Thursday 1 August, 7.30pm, touch tour 6.30pm, Norwich Theatre Royal Pretty Woman - Thursday 1 August, 7.30pm, Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Barnsley Museum Audio Described Film Showing - Saturday 3 August, from 10am, Barnsley Museum Rough Magic - Wednesday 7 August, 1.30pm, touch tour 11.30am, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk (Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Everybody’s Talking About Jamie - Wednesday 17 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Curve Theatre, LeicesterBoys From The Black Stuff - Thursday 18 July, 7.30pm, Garrick Theatre, LondonThe Secret Garden - Saturday 20 July, 2.15pm, Open Air theatre, Regent’s Park, LondonKathy and Stella Solve a Murder! Murder - Tuesday 23 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 6.15pm, Ambassadors Theatre, LondonThe Wizard of OZ - Saturday 27 July, 2pm, Wales Millennium Centre, CardiffTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

As we all might be gearing up for the summer months with more time out and about whether that is in our gardens, taking a stroll n a local park or maybe time on the beach whether that is here in the UK or abroad, so for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about the things we should all be thinking about at this time of the year around keeping cool and out of the midday sun. As well as advice about sun protection Elizabeth also talks about the potential dangers of heat stroke, who might be at greater risk of the dangers of heat stroke and what to do around trying to prevent getting heat stroke. With Elizabeth ending this week’s check in with her thoughts and comments around the recent reports that some sunscreens have been found not to be giving people adequate protection from the sun’s rays. There is more information about heat exhaustion and heat stroke on the following pages of the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/ To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

If you are partially sighted, and are part of the Asian community, and would like to hear from fellow blind and partially sighted people within your community, Hubert has been speaking to Ashrafia and Saima who host a podcast which maybe what you are looking for.

If you have or know someone with Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and you would like to learn more about it, There is a podcast out there which could be helpful. Hubert has been speaking to Shaimond, the host of the podcast about how it has originated and what it’s about.

Here's our latest film review and this time we're looking at the latest release in a big post-apocalyptic movie franchise.Paulina Kuchorew speaks with Luci Franks to hear her review of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.Image shows the Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga poster. The movie title is written in bold orange-gold letters at the centre, behind it, Furiosa stares ahead with furrowed brows, striking eyes and dark paint across her forehead. Other characters are much smaller on the poster and stand seriously in various poses, including the villainous Dementus and Furiosa again with a draped cloak over her head and her bionic arm on show.

Ayrshire Visually Impaired Social club are currently looking for new members to come and join them and to get involved in their weekly meet up's.Barry Snell caught up with club member Melinda Hanvey, to find out more{Image: RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters}

Ashley J Hicks is a New York based actor, writer, teaching artist and podcast co-host. Her credits include '2022 Disney Discovers: Television Showcase', and recently Netflix’s Sci-fi flick 'Atlas'. She also happens to be living with albinism. She shares her story with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew. Image: A striking photo of Ashley. She is a black woman with albinism wearing a black leather jacket. Her hair is blonde, curly and pinned up as she stands in front of an all black background. She looks strong and powerful with shadows falling over her face enhancing a focused gaze. [Photo credit: @johnnyricephotography]

Did you know that last week of June is Glaucoma Awareness Week? But what is glaucoma, how does it affect your eyes and why is talking about your family's eye health history important? Paulina Kuchorew speaks with Nishani Amerasinghe, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and president of UK and Éire Glaucoma Society, as well as Wayne Bebb and his son Gethin, about their family's glaucoma story. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters.

Sassy Wyatt is a blind travel blogger, content creator and accessibility consultant, she has been sharing her story with RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell.Learn more about Sassy and her website here.Image: A close up picture of a smiling Sassy, who is sitting in a field with her guide dog Ida on a warm sunny day. Sassy has long red hair flowing down past her shoulders and she is wearing a black top. Ida is a black Labrador and has a shiny black coat. [Photo credit/Photo Taken by Grace-Elizabeth Photography]

If you wish to get back into employment, or take the first step onto the employment ladder, Thomas Pocklington Trust are hosting a webinar which might help you. Hubert has been finding out more.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Heathers The Musical - Friday 21 June, 5pm, @sohoplace, London.English - Thursday 27 June, 7.30pm, touch tour 6pm, Kiln Theatre, London.Six The Musical - Wednesday 26 June, 6pm, New Theatre, Oxford.Thursday 4 July, 8pm, Sunderland Empire.Sunday 7 July, 3pm, Vaudeville Theatre, LondonSister Act - Wednesday 3 July, 2.30pm, touch tour 1.15pm, Grimsby Auditorium.Monday 8 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 6.30pm, Dominion Theatre, London.People, Places & Things - Saturday 13 July 2.30pm, touch tour 12.30pm and on Thursday 25 July, 7.30pm, touch tour 5.30pm, Trafalgar Theatre, London.To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

With summer just around the corner for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about how best to prepare health wise for the summer. Elizabeth began by telling RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey about the main best ways to be prepared for the summer, what to have in your first aid kit, ensuring that you are up-to-date with all your medications and making sure you have enough in advance if you are going away on holiday over the summer. Then to being careful about being out in the sun, using sunscreen, covering up and not to be out during the middle part of the day which is the hottest part of the day too. hottest part of the day.Ending with some good advice around moles and why it is so important to keep a check on them if you have any. There is more information about moles on the following pages of the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/moles To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.comImage: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Twelfth Night - Saturday 8 June, 2pm, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, London,Museum of Austerity, Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15 June, Bristol Old Vic TheatrePlayer Kings - Saturday 15 June, 2.30pm, touch tour 1pm, Noel Coward Theatre, LondonDrop the Dead Donkey - Thursday 20 June, 7.30pm, Richmond Theatre, Greater LondonBluets - Saturday 29 June, 1.30pm, touch tour 12noon, Royal Court Theatre London,To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

East West Rail have launched a new access advisory panel at an early stage of development for the new rail line between Oxford and Cambridge via Bedford. Hubert has been speaking to a member of the panel and staff from the company to find out more.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:The Glass Menagerie - Wednesday 29 May, 7.30pm, Alexandra Palace Theatre, LondonThe Cherry Orchard - Saturday 1 June, 2.30pm, touch tour 12.30pm, Donmar Warehouse, LondonNorthern Ballet: Beauty and the Beast - Saturday 8 June, 2.230pm, touch tour 12.15pm, Grand Theatre and Opera House, LeedsWicked - Thursday 13 June, 7.30pm, touch tour 6pm, Mayflower Theatre, SouthamptonHere You Come Again - Saturday 15 June, 2.15pm, touch tour 12.15pm, Curve theatre, Leicester.To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

Barry Snell chats to Brandon Hulcoop, the owner of All Things Dotty, who specialise in braille art and who's aim is to make the the world a better place for for visually impaired people. Having previously spoken in 2021, Brandon chat's about the growth of the business, having a new partner, plus exciting plans for the future. Find out more about All Things Dotty #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo in black typeface against a white background. There is a pink line separating RNIB and Connect Radio.

With the warmer weather we have been experiencing recently there seems to be a lot more wasps and bees about, so for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick it is all about insect bites and how best to treat and deal with them. Elizabeth began by explaining to RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey what the difference is between a bee and a wasp sting and how best to treat them. Then on to why some people have a very severe reaction to stings and the types of treatment available for those people who do have a bad reaction to a sting. Finally to tick bites as they do seem to be in the news a lot at the moment, with Elizabeth explaining what they are and how best to deal with a tick bite. There is more information about insect bites on the following pages of the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insect-bites-and-stings/ To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

Following on from the last check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick where we talked about what services are now on offer at your local community Pharmacy for this week’s check in it is all about the eye problems that you can go to your Pharmacist with.Elizabeth began by telling our Toby Davey about a stye, what it is and how you might treat a stye, to then chatting about conjunctivitis and red eye.Elizabeth ended with some general advice around eye problems and why it is always important to visit your Opticians if you have issues with your eyes that are not able to be treated from a visit to your local Pharmacist.To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.comImage: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Bert Hardy – Photojournalism in War & Peace - Thursday 9 May, 6.30pm, The Photographers’ Gallery, LondonThe Drifters Girl - Saturday 11 May, 2.30pm, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff2:22 A Ghost Story - Thursday 16 Mary, 7.30pm, Hal New TheatreMuch Ado About Nothing - Thursday 23 May, 2pm, touch tour 12noon, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, LondonMargaret Leng Tan: Dragon Ladies Don’t Weep - Saturday 25 May, 7.30pm, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, LondonTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

The first Sight Loss Council is being launched in Scotland, with the help of Sight Scotland, Sight Scotland Veterans, and Visibility Scotland, it’s being funded by Thomas Pocklington Trust, following the successful SLC model that’s been in place for a few years now in England. Hubert has been speaking to the engagement manager from the first Scotland SLC, together with TPT’s director of services.

If you have walked in to your local Community Pharmacy recently or even over the last couple of years you may have noticed that there is a lot more on offer than just picking up your prescriptions and some general medication like headache tablets. So for this week’s check in with Glasgow based Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick we find out about how your local community Pharmacy has changed over the years and what they are now able to offer you too. Elizabeth began by telling our Toby Davey about the changes that have happened in the Pharmacy in the last few years and an outline of what Pharmacy staff are able to offer you when you walk through the door, with some differences depending which nation you might live in. Then to how things may link up between your local community Pharmacy and your local GP For more about Pharmacy First in England do visit - https://www.england.nhs.uk/primary-care/pharmacy/pharmacy-services/pharmacy-first/ And for Pharmacy First in Scotland do visit - https://www.gov.scot/publications/nhs-pharmacy-first-scotland-information-patients/# To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

Barry Snell caught up with blind Dave to talk about his latest charity fundraiser, an exciting job offer, Plus some unexpected recognition from the English Football League Learn more about Dave and his many fundraising challenges #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter.Audio described shows and events included:Madagascar The Musical - Friday 19 April, 7pm, New Theatre OxfordOpening Night - Saturday 27 April, 2.30pm, Gielgud Theatre, London Hadestown - Saturday 27 April, 2.30pm, Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, LondonGuys & Dolls - Saturday 4 May, 2.30pm, Touch tour 12.25pm, Bridge Theatre, LondonChitty Chitty Bang Bang - Thursday 9 May, 2pm, Mayflower Theatre, SouthamptonTo find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What’s On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk(Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

With recent news reports where people have been saying that the NHS is not working, for this week’s check in with Pharmacist Elizabeth Roddick RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey began by asking Elizabeth for her response and thoughts on all this news. Elizabeth then shared her ideas on what could be done to remedy the situation with the NHS that people have been talking about in the news. To then some thoughts on how to maybe reduce some of the amount of wastage within the NHS that people have been talking about too. Finally Elizabeth gave some suggestions on how to maybe reduce the pressure that NHS A&E units are under with people coming in with minor accidents which could be seen and treated at their local pharmacy. To get in touch with Elizabeth you can email [email protected] or for more information visit - https://elizabethroddick.com Image: Picture showing Elizabeth standing in her pharmacy, dressed in her white pharmacist coat and a colourful bandana around her neck, she's smiling. Warmly at the camera with her hands slightly raised.

Have you ever heard of something called the Visual Snow Syndrome? Well, it can impact your vision along side other symptoms, Hubert has been speaking to one Doctor who has helped to do a lot of research into the syndrome.