Uncovering Stories

This documentary will focus on the stories of people who have been affected by or seen the affects of severe allergies. It is therefore vital for me to speak to as many people as possible.

Jess Cousins spoke to me about managing her allergies and her wait for an EpiPen.

I interviewed a Manchester-based fashion stylist and a film studies degree student about their struggles with allergies and how they have been affected by the EpiPen shortage. I also spoke to Dr Michel Lajeunesse, a leading allergy specialist and paediatric consultant, to find out why allergy numbers are rising.

I went out on the streets of central London to ask members of the public how many people they think have allergies in the UK before revealing the true number. This will show whether people are aware of the scale of the problem.

Even talking about this documentary with colleagues, friends and people who have reached out on social media has allowed me to build a better picture of what it's like to live with allergies. All these stories contribute to my understanding and help to build a more informed and impactful piece.