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Collette McColgan

Collette McColgan

Copywriter Collette McColgan, who wrote this article, was diagnosed with JIA aged three. Now 25, Collette has been part of our team from the very beginning, writing countless articles, including at one time an Arthur’s Place blog. Collette's journey has included various drug therapies, growth hormone treatment, calcium infusions and surgery on one elbow. She has a boyfriend called Mike and a cat called Bowie.

  • Heart & Soul

    Summer’s here and I’m taking on the body shamers!

    by Collette McColgan June 10, 2018
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  • Life Hacks

    University Survival Guide

    by Collette McColgan September 25, 2016
    by Collette McColgan

    Starting out at university is brilliant and exciting – but it can also be quite daunting. Top tips on survival coming up!

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  • Life Hacks

    A JIA warrior’s guide to baking

    by Collette McColgan October 26, 2015
    by Collette McColgan

    Baking can be a struggle, but with a bit of prep and a helpful friend it’s next stop Bake Off!

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  • Heart & Soul

    Why it helps to feel in control

    by Collette McColgan October 19, 2015
    by Collette McColgan
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    “I started self-injecting when I was 11”

    by Collette McColgan September 30, 2015
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