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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.
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.
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.
Watterson, who lost a leg in 2007, launched the business in 2013 to promote empowering mobility solutions.
Their friendship grew during Haysman’s campaign, highlighting resilience, inclusive design, and the importance of visibility for disabled individuals.
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Kirstie Haysman, una mujer discapacitada de 37 años de edad de Sussex, se convirtió en la primera Miss Gran Bretaña discapacitada después de vencer la enfermedad de Lyme, utilizando ayudas para caminar elegantes y personalizadas.