Category Archives: Health Care

Behind the holiday island: The refugee crisis and the future for healthcare on Leros

Posted on June 3, 2020 by Lynne

     Pandeli Harbour, Leros Here is the second part of the interview with my friend, Takis Varnas, who works as a nurse on Leros in the Dodecanese islands. I am indebted to him for his practical help and advice … Continue reading →

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Behind the holiday island: Leros as seen by Takis Varnas

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Lynne

Apart from the beauty of the island of Leros, Martyn and I return year after year because of the friends we have made there. We have known Takis Varnas and his family the longest. They have all helped me one … Continue reading →

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Running away from it all

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Lynne

A friend of mine said recently – “It’s not too bad a time for writers – they can disappear into their own heads”. That’s true up to a point. I’m re-writing and tidying Jigsaw Island on the advice of my … Continue reading →

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Pathways – take a look at a play in progress…

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Lynne

Click on the Pathways page – above – and let me know what you think. Some important issues are highlighted including care of the disabled and the way in which carers are treated – particularly those from overseas. Synopsis exists but … Continue reading →

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