Today on Looking Up, I’d like to introduce you to a TRUE entrepreneur, Jane Hash, who just so happens to have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III like me. An activist, business owner, volunteer, podcaster, nutritionist, and blogger herself, Jane has truly done it all. Let’s get started! Hey Jane! First, I want to start off with […]
Living with a visible disability often means navigating more than just physical challenges—it means dealing with the unsolicited opinions, questions, and downright bizarre comments of strangers. As someone who uses a wheelchair due to Osteogenesis Imperfecta, I’ve heard my fair share of awkward, offensive, and unintentionally hilarious remarks in public. Sometimes, these interactions are a […]
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)—often called Brittle Bone Disease—affects roughly one in 15,000 people. This genetic disorder causes bones to fracture easily and develop abnormally due to a collagen deficiency. It affects everything from bone strength to hair and nail growth. Beyond frequent fractures, many with OI also manage disability-related complications such as weak ligaments, hearing loss, and respiratory […]
