Recently I have been ill and spent some time in hospital. This was due to losing the feeling in my legs and left hand side. This was caused by inflammation in my brain and spinal cord. Today I found out that my symptoms are the same as multiple sclerosis (MS) and if unfortunate in the future I could get MS. I am optimistic that this will be an isolated episode and I should fully recover over the next month.

On reflection of the time spent in hospital I was very impressed by the hard work and professionalism of the nurses. I recall one nurse coping single handedly as two patients in the same afternoon needed stabilising. Even though doctor’s carryout life saving surgery it is important not to forget the nurse’s work. The same nurse that probably saved two live that day then stayed two hours after her shift ended to write a report so the next nurse working fully knew the situation. That was two hours unpaid and after a twelve and a half hour shift. That type of dedication and work ethic is something that should be commended. In fact all the staff that I met during my stay in hospital were excellent and some were even inspiring. I am so grateful we have the NHS it is an institution to be proud of.

Anyway back at University now and cannot wait to get back to doing what I love and maybe even be inspired to work harder and be more committed after my time in  hospital.