Young Wolverhampton woman seeks community support for life-saving treatment in America

A former Trainee Clinical Psychologist at Hull University, Talia’s health took a drastic turn in late 2022. As her condition worsened, she became dependent on a feeding tube for nutrition and is now unable to eat properly or live a normal life.

In June last year, Talia underwent surgery for a gastric neurostimulator implant—similar to a pacemaker for the stomach—at a cost exceeding £45,000. Despite the community’s generous donations of over £102,000, covering medical expenses and ongoing care, the treatment has not provided the relief she desperately needed.

Now, in a final bid to regain her health, Talia and her father will travel to the Spero Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, at the end of April for an intensive three-month neurological treatment programme. The clinic, known for its pioneering approach to chronic pain and mobility issues, boasts an 83 per cent success rate in treating patients with gastroparesis, POTS, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome—all of which Talia suffers from.

However, the cost of treatment, flights, and accommodation for three months totals £60,000. Talia is making a heartfelt plea for further donations to help her access this potentially life-changing therapy.

“Talia’s dream is to return to her studies and help young people with eating disorders and chronic pain syndrome,” says her father, Peter Sinnott. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of those who have supported us so far, and we hope the community can continue to stand by her as she takes this crucial next step.”