


Climbing To Heal
Nikki Bradley, an Irish climber and cancer survivors who scales mountains and glaciers with a crutch, has come a long way from being ashamed of her disability.

Conversation With A Blind Biohacker
Diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, Victor Mifsud refused to accept his doctor's opinion that his eyesight would never approve, embarking instead on an adventure in neuroplasticity.

Virtuoso Of The Serrated Blade
After a dance career was ended in a car accident, Natalia “Saw Lady” Paruz threw her passion into an unconventional instrument.

Unearthly Pursuits
Inspired by her own chronic pain, Kansas City artist Courtney Lane takes the locks of fellow spoonies and uses it to make incredibly intricate works of Victorian hair art.

7 Continents. 2 World Records. 5% Vision. 100% Willpower
"Massive success is the best form of revenge," says ultramarathon runner Sinead Kane, who has set records all over the world running while blind.

How Chronically Ill Communities Can Fight Online Hate
Online abuse among people with health conditions is on the rise. Luckily, so are support networks.

The Treasure Hunters: Geocaching When You’re Disabled
Technology and a dose of true grit are helping these modern-day explorers take part in the global treasure hunt called geocaching.

The Sight-Challenged Survivor Of 9/11
If he hadn't been raised to do everything a sighted person could do, Michael Hingson may never have escaped the 76th floor of Tower One.

Why The World Needs More Disabled Superheroes
Becoming a superhero is every kid's dream... but when it comes to disability, it's a dream not reflected in most comics. That's something a new wave of comic creators is looking to change.
Folks is an online magazine dedicated to telling the stories of remarkable people who refuse to be defined by their health issues. By sharing the experiences of these individuals, we hope to change people’s notions about what it means to be ‘normal’.
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