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In this episode of Disability Matters, John Comiskey speaks with Emma Clarke Conway, Operations Manager at Polio Survivors Ireland, and Mick Keegan, who contracted polio as a baby and now lives with the late effects of polio and post-polio syndrome.

Emma explains the history of polio in Ireland, how the virus affected thousands of children, and the ongoing challenges survivors face today. Mick shares his powerful personal story — from early childhood hospitalization to navigating life as an adult polio survivor.

Polio Survivors Ireland provides essential supports, including mobility aids, physiotherapy, counselling, peer support, and advocacy for better access to services.
📞 Contact: 01 889 8920
🌐 Website: polio.ie

This conversation sheds light on a condition many believe no longer exists — and on the resilience of those living with its lifelong impacts.
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Polio Survivors Ireland,
Coleraine House,
Coleraine Street,
Dublin 7, D07 E8XF
01 889 8920
[email protected]
https://polio.ie/


Interviewer: John Comiskey

Audio/Video technicians: Adam Cirkic, Valentyna Hordiichuk