AroundScotlandWithME
@aroundscotlandme.bsky.social
Basking in the pleasure of ME/CFS, I ramble physically, verbally and mentally around Scotland. Lost forever in the Scots Mist of my mind.
Too ill for DMs or even holding chats via posts.
Lang may yer lum reek
Too ill for DMs or even holding chats via posts.
Lang may yer lum reek
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Changing street names etc. hides the past.
Keep the original names and explain where they came from and what the people did.
Re-writing history is never a good idea.
Changing street names etc. hides the past.
Keep the original names and explain where they came from and what the people did.
Re-writing history is never a good idea.
November 16, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Changing street names etc. hides the past.
Keep the original names and explain where they came from and what the people did.
Re-writing history is never a good idea.
Changing street names etc. hides the past.
Keep the original names and explain where they came from and what the people did.
Re-writing history is never a good idea.
Beneath the Silence by Veronica Mixon review
www.amazon.co.uk/Beneath-Sile...
This novel unfolds as a Southern mystery rich in atmosphere and moral tension.
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www.amazon.co.uk/Beneath-Sile...
This novel unfolds as a Southern mystery rich in atmosphere and moral tension.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Beneath the Silence by Veronica Mixon review
www.amazon.co.uk/Beneath-Sile...
This novel unfolds as a Southern mystery rich in atmosphere and moral tension.
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www.amazon.co.uk/Beneath-Sile...
This novel unfolds as a Southern mystery rich in atmosphere and moral tension.
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🚨 #Scamalert: Older people are being targeted with fake texts about winter heating payments.
⚠️ Payments in Scotland are automatic — you don’t need to apply by text or link.
✅ Ignore suspicious messages. Check official sites or call trusted helplines.
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#WinterFuel
⚠️ Payments in Scotland are automatic — you don’t need to apply by text or link.
✅ Ignore suspicious messages. Check official sites or call trusted helplines.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#WinterFuel
September 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
🚨 #Scamalert: Older people are being targeted with fake texts about winter heating payments.
⚠️ Payments in Scotland are automatic — you don’t need to apply by text or link.
✅ Ignore suspicious messages. Check official sites or call trusted helplines.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#WinterFuel
⚠️ Payments in Scotland are automatic — you don’t need to apply by text or link.
✅ Ignore suspicious messages. Check official sites or call trusted helplines.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#WinterFuel
And yet again.
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Those mountains need replaced.
Slipping every year now.
Are they still under warranty?
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Those mountains need replaced.
Slipping every year now.
Are they still under warranty?
September 2, 2025 at 11:25 AM
And yet again.
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Those mountains need replaced.
Slipping every year now.
Are they still under warranty?
bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Those mountains need replaced.
Slipping every year now.
Are they still under warranty?
How To Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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ME/CFS diagnosis has long been controversial. Early criteria were vague or too broad.
The 2015 IOM report introduced a clearer framework. It emphasised four major symptoms.
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ME/CFS diagnosis has long been controversial. Early criteria were vague or too broad.
The 2015 IOM report introduced a clearer framework. It emphasised four major symptoms.
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July 2, 2025 at 7:43 PM
How To Diagnosing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
www.healthrising.org/forums/resou...
ME/CFS diagnosis has long been controversial. Early criteria were vague or too broad.
The 2015 IOM report introduced a clearer framework. It emphasised four major symptoms.
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www.healthrising.org/forums/resou...
ME/CFS diagnosis has long been controversial. Early criteria were vague or too broad.
The 2015 IOM report introduced a clearer framework. It emphasised four major symptoms.
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A Mechanical Basis Brainstem Dysfunction as a Potential Etiology of #ME #CFS and #LongCOVID
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This paper proposes a novel model linking post-viral syndromes like ME/CFS and Long COVID to mechanical brainstem deformation.
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www.preprints.org/manuscript/2...
This paper proposes a novel model linking post-viral syndromes like ME/CFS and Long COVID to mechanical brainstem deformation.
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June 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM
A Mechanical Basis Brainstem Dysfunction as a Potential Etiology of #ME #CFS and #LongCOVID
www.preprints.org/manuscript/2...
This paper proposes a novel model linking post-viral syndromes like ME/CFS and Long COVID to mechanical brainstem deformation.
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www.preprints.org/manuscript/2...
This paper proposes a novel model linking post-viral syndromes like ME/CFS and Long COVID to mechanical brainstem deformation.
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A good set of photos here.
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
#Albannach
Scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
A good set of photos here.
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
#Albannach
Scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
June 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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A good set of photos here.
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
#Albannach
Scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
A good set of photos here.
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
#Albannach
Scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
New research identifies pathway for chronic pain
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This June 2025 study by Aberdeen, Academia Sinica, and collaborators shows chronic pain, common in ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, is driven by persistent activation of specific nerves due to elevated glutamate.
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meresearch.org.uk/new-research...
This June 2025 study by Aberdeen, Academia Sinica, and collaborators shows chronic pain, common in ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, is driven by persistent activation of specific nerves due to elevated glutamate.
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June 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
New research identifies pathway for chronic pain
meresearch.org.uk/new-research...
This June 2025 study by Aberdeen, Academia Sinica, and collaborators shows chronic pain, common in ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, is driven by persistent activation of specific nerves due to elevated glutamate.
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meresearch.org.uk/new-research...
This June 2025 study by Aberdeen, Academia Sinica, and collaborators shows chronic pain, common in ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, is driven by persistent activation of specific nerves due to elevated glutamate.
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William Hope and The Princess Part 4 Princess and Prince by Chris Vance review
www.amazon.co.uk/William-Hope...
This novel delivers a lively blend of historical adventure and cheeky fantasy.
www.amazon.co.uk/William-Hope...
This novel delivers a lively blend of historical adventure and cheeky fantasy.
June 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
William Hope and The Princess Part 4 Princess and Prince by Chris Vance review
www.amazon.co.uk/William-Hope...
This novel delivers a lively blend of historical adventure and cheeky fantasy.
www.amazon.co.uk/William-Hope...
This novel delivers a lively blend of historical adventure and cheeky fantasy.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
Alba #Albannach
Scoa'lund scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
Alba #Albannach
Scoa'lund scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
June 23, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
Alba #Albannach
Scoa'lund scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
Com tae see us the noo
#VisitScotland now
Tadhail air Alba a-nis
#Scotland #Scottish
Alba #Albannach
Scoa'lund scoa'ish
We hiner ye hae a stoatin life
Tha sinn an dòchas gu bheil beatha mhath agad
We hope you have a great life
Lang may yer lum reek
🚨 David Tuller slams The BMJ for platforming outdated, debunked biopsychosocial claims about ME/CFS.
He exposes a long history of bias, flawed trials, and refusal to retract pseudoscientific content, despite patient harm. #MEcfs #LongCovid #BMJfail
🔗 virology.ws/2025/05/24/t...
He exposes a long history of bias, flawed trials, and refusal to retract pseudoscientific content, despite patient harm. #MEcfs #LongCovid #BMJfail
🔗 virology.ws/2025/05/24/t...
May 27, 2025 at 11:36 AM
🚨 David Tuller slams The BMJ for platforming outdated, debunked biopsychosocial claims about ME/CFS.
He exposes a long history of bias, flawed trials, and refusal to retract pseudoscientific content, despite patient harm. #MEcfs #LongCovid #BMJfail
🔗 virology.ws/2025/05/24/t...
He exposes a long history of bias, flawed trials, and refusal to retract pseudoscientific content, despite patient harm. #MEcfs #LongCovid #BMJfail
🔗 virology.ws/2025/05/24/t...
Detective on the Edge by Sandie Baldry review
www.amazon.co.uk/Detective-Ed...
This novella is a witty and engaging police procedural featuring DI Vicky Pearce, a tough, principled detective navigating office politics, personal baggage, and a disturbing case involving missing homeless men.
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www.amazon.co.uk/Detective-Ed...
This novella is a witty and engaging police procedural featuring DI Vicky Pearce, a tough, principled detective navigating office politics, personal baggage, and a disturbing case involving missing homeless men.
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May 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Detective on the Edge by Sandie Baldry review
www.amazon.co.uk/Detective-Ed...
This novella is a witty and engaging police procedural featuring DI Vicky Pearce, a tough, principled detective navigating office politics, personal baggage, and a disturbing case involving missing homeless men.
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www.amazon.co.uk/Detective-Ed...
This novella is a witty and engaging police procedural featuring DI Vicky Pearce, a tough, principled detective navigating office politics, personal baggage, and a disturbing case involving missing homeless men.
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No. No. And no. Not in my country. Not in any country.
Children are not born with hate in their hearts, they learn it. From parents, relatives, the media, politicians. Wherever it comes from, it has no place here.
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No. No. And no. Not in my country. Not in any country.
Children are not born with hate in their hearts, they learn it. From parents, relatives, the media, politicians. Wherever it comes from, it has no place here.
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May 20, 2025 at 7:13 PM
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No. No. And no. Not in my country. Not in any country.
Children are not born with hate in their hearts, they learn it. From parents, relatives, the media, politicians. Wherever it comes from, it has no place here.
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No. No. And no. Not in my country. Not in any country.
Children are not born with hate in their hearts, they learn it. From parents, relatives, the media, politicians. Wherever it comes from, it has no place here.
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Smuaint an latha
Thoucht o' th' day
#thoughtoftheday #ThoughtForTheDay #Thoughts #thought
Smaoineamh an lae
Thoucht o' th' day
#thoughtoftheday #ThoughtForTheDay #Thoughts #thought
Smaoineamh an lae
April 28, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Smuaint an latha
Thoucht o' th' day
#thoughtoftheday #ThoughtForTheDay #Thoughts #thought
Smaoineamh an lae
Thoucht o' th' day
#thoughtoftheday #ThoughtForTheDay #Thoughts #thought
Smaoineamh an lae
The connection between energy metabolism and immune regulation in ME CFS
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This research examines the complex interplay between energy metabolism and immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS.
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www.meresearch.org.uk/research/the...
This research examines the complex interplay between energy metabolism and immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS.
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March 23, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The connection between energy metabolism and immune regulation in ME CFS
www.meresearch.org.uk/research/the...
This research examines the complex interplay between energy metabolism and immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS.
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www.meresearch.org.uk/research/the...
This research examines the complex interplay between energy metabolism and immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS.
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Meanwhile, 20-year-old Bethan describes her "battle" to access proper healthcare.
With an estimated 2 million UK long Covid cases, families are paying out-of-pocket for treatments while charity Long Covid Kids calls for ring-fenced funding for specialized services.
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With an estimated 2 million UK long Covid cases, families are paying out-of-pocket for treatments while charity Long Covid Kids calls for ring-fenced funding for specialized services.
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March 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Meanwhile, 20-year-old Bethan describes her "battle" to access proper healthcare.
With an estimated 2 million UK long Covid cases, families are paying out-of-pocket for treatments while charity Long Covid Kids calls for ring-fenced funding for specialized services.
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With an estimated 2 million UK long Covid cases, families are paying out-of-pocket for treatments while charity Long Covid Kids calls for ring-fenced funding for specialized services.
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If You Qualify for Pension Credit
If your total income is below £10,454, Pension Credit tops you up to that level.
If your pension drawdown income is higher, you may not qualify now but could apply later when funds decrease.
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If your total income is below £10,454, Pension Credit tops you up to that level.
If your pension drawdown income is higher, you may not qualify now but could apply later when funds decrease.
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March 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
If You Qualify for Pension Credit
If your total income is below £10,454, Pension Credit tops you up to that level.
If your pension drawdown income is higher, you may not qualify now but could apply later when funds decrease.
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If your total income is below £10,454, Pension Credit tops you up to that level.
If your pension drawdown income is higher, you may not qualify now but could apply later when funds decrease.
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You can withdraw 4% per year (a common sustainable rate), giving you £6,000 per year before tax.
Your pot is 25% tax free, while the government taxes the rest as income.
The remaining £112,500 stays invested and has the potential to grow.
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Your pot is 25% tax free, while the government taxes the rest as income.
The remaining £112,500 stays invested and has the potential to grow.
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March 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
You can withdraw 4% per year (a common sustainable rate), giving you £6,000 per year before tax.
Your pot is 25% tax free, while the government taxes the rest as income.
The remaining £112,500 stays invested and has the potential to grow.
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Your pot is 25% tax free, while the government taxes the rest as income.
The remaining £112,500 stays invested and has the potential to grow.
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With a £150,000 pension pot, you have several options to generate retirement income. The best strategy will depend on your needs, life expectancy, and risk tolerance.
Option 1: Flexible Drawdown (Recommended)
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Option 1: Flexible Drawdown (Recommended)
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March 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
With a £150,000 pension pot, you have several options to generate retirement income. The best strategy will depend on your needs, life expectancy, and risk tolerance.
Option 1: Flexible Drawdown (Recommended)
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Option 1: Flexible Drawdown (Recommended)
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This guide explores the best strategy for your pension, what benefits you may be eligible for, and how much total income you can expect in retirement.
1. Understanding Your State Pension Entitlement
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1. Understanding Your State Pension Entitlement
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March 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
This guide explores the best strategy for your pension, what benefits you may be eligible for, and how much total income you can expect in retirement.
1. Understanding Your State Pension Entitlement
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1. Understanding Your State Pension Entitlement
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if you are about to retire with a pension pot of £150,000 but lack the full 35 years of National Insurance (NI) contributions, you may receive a lower-than-expected retirement income.
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March 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
if you are about to retire with a pension pot of £150,000 but lack the full 35 years of National Insurance (NI) contributions, you may receive a lower-than-expected retirement income.
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1. Understanding UK Pension Systems
1.1 The State Pension
The UK State Pension provides a foundation for retirement income, but it is usually insufficient to cover all expenses.
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1.1 The State Pension
The UK State Pension provides a foundation for retirement income, but it is usually insufficient to cover all expenses.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
1. Understanding UK Pension Systems
1.1 The State Pension
The UK State Pension provides a foundation for retirement income, but it is usually insufficient to cover all expenses.
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1.1 The State Pension
The UK State Pension provides a foundation for retirement income, but it is usually insufficient to cover all expenses.
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This guide explores UK pension savings: flexiaccess drawdown, uncrystallised funds, pension lump sums (UFPLS), tax-free lump sums, and the Money Purchase Annual Allowance (MPAA). Also, the amount needed to retire in the UK.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
This guide explores UK pension savings: flexiaccess drawdown, uncrystallised funds, pension lump sums (UFPLS), tax-free lump sums, and the Money Purchase Annual Allowance (MPAA). Also, the amount needed to retire in the UK.
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Understanding these options, tax implications, and withdrawal strategies can help individuals maximise their retirement savings and ensure a comfortable retirement.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Understanding these options, tax implications, and withdrawal strategies can help individuals maximise their retirement savings and ensure a comfortable retirement.
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The UK offers various pension options, including state pensions, workplace pensions, and private pension schemes.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
The UK offers various pension options, including state pensions, workplace pensions, and private pension schemes.
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