“Headway made my invisible disability visible – to me, to my family, and to others, and helped me stop looking back at what I lost, and start looking forward to what I can still achieve.” – Jason On this week’s Disability Matters on 92.5 Phoenix FM, we welcomed Ruth Lunnon from Headway Ireland and Jason, […]
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters on 92.5 Phoenix FM, host Patrick O’Donnell welcomed Piers Richardson, Diversity and Education Officer with the Disability Federation of Ireland, to talk about Make Way Day 2025. This nationwide campaign, now in its eighth year, shines a spotlight on everyday obstacles that people with disabilities face — from
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey spoke with Naomi Fitzgibbon, Director of Nursing Services at the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA). The conversation offered a compassionate look at the realities of living with motor neurone disease (MND), the challenges of diagnosis, and the vital support available to patients and families
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“OCD is a disorder that causes intrusive, disturbing thoughts… thoughts that go completely against a person’s values. That’s what makes them so distressing,” — Fionnula McLiam, OCD Ireland On a recent episode of Disability Matters on 92.5 Phoenix FM, host John Comiskey spoke with Fionnula McLiam, clinical advisor with OCD Ireland, about obsessive compulsive disorder
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey spoke with Johnny Sheehan, Member Engagement Manager at The Wheel. Their conversation highlighted the origins of The Wheel, the vital role of Ireland’s non-profit sector, and how the organisation supports groups nationwide—including those working with and for people with disabilities. What is The Wheel? The
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey spoke with Adam Harris, founder and CEO of As I Am, Ireland’s national autism charity. The discussion explored what autism is, the challenges faced by autistic people and their families, and the vital role As I Am plays in advocacy, support, and community change. What
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey sat down with Ken Kilbride, CEO of ADHD Ireland, to shed light on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The discussion explored what ADHD really is, how it impacts children and adults, and the vital role ADHD Ireland plays in supporting individuals and families. What is
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On a recent episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey spoke with Alejandra Livschitz, Head of Strategic Communications at Debra Ireland. The conversation offered deep insights into epidermolysis bullosa (EB)—often referred to as the “butterfly skin” condition—and the vital work Debra Ireland does to support individuals and families living with it. What is EB? EB,
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Parkinson’s is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s, and Ireland’s aging population means cases will rise significantly in the coming decades. In this episode of Disability Matters John Comiskey speaks with Shane O’Brien, CEO of Parkinson’s Ireland. You will learn what Parkinson’s disease is, the many ways it can affect people, the treatments and
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“Unfortunately, anyone can find themselves living with a disability — it can happen in an instant.” That’s how Ciara Heffernan from Rehab Ireland begins her conversation with host John Comiskey on Disability Matters. It’s a reminder that the organisation’s work is not just for “someone else” — it could be for you, a friend, or
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