Before We Die: Why Thousands of Irish Families Are Calling for Urgent Action

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For thousands of families across Ireland, one question never goes away: “What will happen to my son or daughter when I’m no longer here?” In a moving episode of Disability Matters, John Comiskey speaks with Tony Murray, co-founder of the Before We Die Campaign, a family-led movement calling for urgent government action to provide safe, […]

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“Where is the nearest toilet?”: Why Toilet Access Is a Human Right

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For many people, using a public toilet is something they rarely think about. But for thousands of people living with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, painful bladder syndrome and other invisible conditions, every journey begins with one question: “Where is the nearest toilet?” In this powerful episode of Disability Matters, John Comiskey speaks with Victoria Spillane,

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Every Breath Matters: John Comiskey Speaks with Ruth Morrow from the Asthma Society of Ireland

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Breathing is something most of us rarely think about—until it becomes difficult. On Disability Matters, John Comiskey speaks with Ruth Morrow from the Asthma Society of Ireland about one of the country’s most common chronic health conditions and why education, awareness and proper management can make a life-changing difference. Asthma affects hundreds of thousands of

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“But You Look Just Fine” — Michele Roys about The Hidden Reality of Living with Chronic Pain

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One ordinary working day in 2018 changed Michele Roys life forever. A successful international executive who had worked across four continents, a mother of two and someone who thrived on achievement, Michele suddenly experienced excruciating facial pain that doctors initially feared was a stroke. Instead, she would begin a long and difficult journey through chronic

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Living with ADHD: Understanding the Challenges and Celebrating the Strengths

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often misunderstood. Many people still associate it with children who cannot sit still in the classroom, but as Ken Kilbride, CEO of ADHD Ireland, explained on Disability Matters, the reality is far more complex. In a fascinating conversation with John Comiskey, Ken discusses what ADHD really is, why it

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More Than Reading Difficulties: Understanding Dyslexia

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Dyslexia affects thousands of people across Ireland, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood learning differences. In a thoughtful and informative edition of Disability Matters, John Comiskey and Patrick O’Donnell speak with Rosie Bisset, CEO of the Dyslexia Association of Ireland, about what dyslexia really is, how it affects people throughout life, and why

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Finding Connection, Recovery and Purpose: Edel and Isabella from Saol Clubhouse

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Mental health recovery is about far more than treatment alone. It is about connection, purpose, community, and having a place where people feel supported and understood. In a recent edition of Disability Matters, John Comiskey spoke with Edel and Isabella from Saol Clubhouse about the life-changing impact of the Clubhouse model and the role it

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Outdoor gathering with people of various ages around picnic tables under trees. Children play nearby, while adults converse and relax. Bright, sunny atmosphere.

Living with Ataxia: Building Understanding Around a Rare Neurological Condition

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Ataxia is a neurological condition that affects coordination, balance, speech, and movement, yet many people have never heard of it. On a recent episode of Disability Matters, John Comiskey spoke with Maureen Sweeney, Administrator at Ataxia Foundation Ireland, about the realities of living with ataxia and the vital support available to individuals and families across

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Strength Beyond Bones: Coreen Kelday Discusses Life with Osteogenesis Imperfecta

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Living with a rare condition can often mean facing challenges that many people have never heard of. In a fascinating interview on Disability Matters, John Comiskey spoke with Coreen Kelday, Support Development Officer at the Brittle Bone Society, about Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), commonly known as Brittle Bone Disease. OI is a rare genetic condition that

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Finding Your Tribe: How Rehab Group Helps People Build Confidence and Connections

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For more than 75 years, Rehab Group has been supporting people across Ireland to live independently, access education, build skills, find employment, and participate fully in their communities. In a fascinating interview on Disability Matters, John Comiskey spoke with Ciara Heffernan, Senior Communications Officer at Rehab Group, about the organisation’s remarkable history, the wide range

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