In this week’s episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey spoke with David Redmond, Communications Officer with Vision Ireland, about living with sight loss, the supports available across Ireland, and how technology is transforming independence for blind and visually impaired people. David, who himself was born with a vision impairment, brought both professional insight and […]
Around 20% of people in Ireland live with arthritis, a figure expected to rise. In this week’s episode of Disability Matters, host John Comiskey speaks with Tara Regan, Communications and Advocacy Manager at Arthritis Ireland, about the realities of living with arthritis, the wide range of supports available, and why early information, self-management, and connection
In this episode of Disability Matters, John Comiskey speaks with Dearbhail Mullan, Treasurer of Williams Syndrome Ireland, alongside her son Ciarán, about living with Williams Syndrome, navigating diagnosis and services, and the vital role of community, advocacy, and support across the lifespan. Williams Syndrome is a rare genetic neurodevelopmental condition, affecting approximately 1 in 10,000
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In our latest Disability Matters episode, John Comiskey speaks with Emma Clarke Conway, Operations Manager at Polio Survivors Ireland, and Mick Keegan, who shares his personal journey from childhood polio to living with post-polio syndrome. This insightful conversation explores the history of polio in Ireland, the long-term challenges survivors face, and the vital supports offered by the organisation. A must-listen for anyone interested in health, disability rights, and community support.
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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