Triumph for a medical guinea pig

Triumph for a medical guinea pig

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The courage to ask for help

When Trevor Yellon’s partner Drew was diagnosed with cancer they fought the illness together. After all, Trevor was a doctor. He was uniquely equipped to deal it. But the strain on Trevor grew more and more intense. After a series of medical emergencies, Drew collapsed on the sta ...  Show more

From gym workout to world champion

Anna Bailey had lived a busy life. An IT professional, cat breeder and national cat show judge, she was also prone to bouts of depression. But approaching her 50th birthday, she ruled out self-pity and decided that it was time to get back into shape.A trip to a local gym seemed u ...  Show more

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