In this episode of our podcasts to help people who have rheumatic conditions with aspects of self-management and wellbeing, Mel Brooke, Patient and Public Engagement Programme Director (BIRD) talks with Sandi Derham who is a Rheumatology Occupational Therapist, Clinical Specialist at the RNHRD (Bath).  Sandi talks through the process of sleep, the importance of getting enough of it and the kinds of things that might disturb it. She then shares some tips and advice on how you might be able to help yourself get a better nights sleep. Sandi also mentions links for a sleep census and useful resources such as MIND, Sleep Council, BBC, NHS and using your local library.

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To find out more about BIRD and the PPE Programme visit:      The Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases

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