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Birmingham Mail

Stafford woman refused test by GP now bedridden with Lyme disease. Emma Franklin is now trying to raise funds for her ongoing medical costs. 

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The Sun, The Mirror, Birmingham Live

'I was poisoned by my mouldy flat and left in a wheelchair with 50 painful symptoms'. Emma Franklin, developed a chronic cough, muscle spasm, a painful rash after moving into her new house.

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Glamour Magazine

'I'm a 27-year-old 'vulnerable person' and this is why young people really need to acknowledge the Coronavirus threat properly.' With the world currently in the grips of a global health crisis...

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BBC iPlayer

Electrosensitivity: 'I didn't believe people had it, then it happened to me'. Fatigue, pain, headaches, dizziness, burning, twitching, nausea, palpitations. Just some of the symptoms experienced...

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Breakspear Bulletin

Out of a wheelchair, into a career and how I live with my chronic illness. Emma shares her story of how she built global support network and a successful career despite her health...

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Chronic But Iconic 

Today, Emma Franklin is back on the podcast to share her advice & experiences when it comes to managing her health and taking on work again. Emma is slowly building back up her work hours...

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Tick Boot Camp

'There’s a Whole World of People Out There That Need Help' - an interview with Emma Franklin. Emma first experienced the symptoms of Lyme disease when she was just 11 years old.

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The Times

Sufferers of Lyme disease demand new test from NHS. Calling for the NHS to adopt a German test they believe will fill the “desperate need” for better diagnostic treatment. 

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Chronic But Iconic 

Emma Franklin - Lyme Disease Journey, Treatment, Struggles & Advice. Emma has gone through the mill when it comes to her health. She is a warrior for sure. 

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Love What Matters

‘How did I end up in a wheelchair from a bite? By my early 20’s, I was completely bedridden.’: Woman details ‘loss of faith’ while searching for Lyme disease diagnosis.

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BBC Radio 4

Call You and Yours: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and ME. 

What treatment have you been offered by the NHS for chronic fatigue syndrome and has it worked? 

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The Mighty

When Your Chronic Illness Affects Your Friendships. To those who are chronically ill, many of you know how it is. You know how it can play out and you most likely know how it feels...

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The Times

'I'I got ME and thought: This is the end.' Emma Franklin was debilitated for years by chronic fatigue syndrome (aka ME). Will a new medical approach help people like her?

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Cosmopolitan, Elle, Harpers Bazaar

13 Inspiring Women Who Don't Let Their Chronic Illness Define Them. A chronic illness diagnosis can feel scary, but these women have proven it doesn't have to stop you from doing amazing things.

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