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flag Kirstie Haysman, a 37-year-old disabled woman from Sussex, became the first disabled Miss Great Britain after overcoming Lyme disease, using stylish, customized walking aids.

flag Kirstie Haysman, a 37-year-old from Sussex, became the first disabled Miss Great Britain after overcoming Lyme disease that left her bed-bound and wheelchair-dependent. flag Supported by Lyndsay Watterson, founder of York-based Neo Walk, a company creating stylish acrylic walking sticks, Haysman used customized aids matching her pageant outfits. flag Watterson, who lost a leg in 2007, launched the business in 2013 to promote empowering mobility solutions. flag Their friendship grew during Haysman’s campaign, highlighting resilience, inclusive design, and the importance of visibility for disabled individuals.

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