A WonderCare Podcast

What is human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)?!

Understanding Human Meta Pneumovirus (HMPV): Symptoms, Treatment, and PreventionIn this episode, Sheena discusses Human Meta Pneumovirus (HMPV), a virus similar... more

01 Nov 2024 · 8 minutes

Email for Minister says RSV immunisation now available privately.... Emma's story.

Advocating for Vaccine Access: Navigating RSV Immunization ChallengesIn this special episode, Sheena is joined by Emma, a mother of two,... more

25 Oct 2024 · 35 minutes

An Honest Guide to the new RSV Immunisation!

Comprehensive Guide to the New RSV Immunisation for ParentsIn this detailed episode, I provide an in-depth exploration of the new... more

18 Oct 2024 · 29 minutes

The Case for Over-the-Counter Vaginal Estrogen with Laura Dowling

Empowering Women's Health: The Case for Over-the-Counter Vaginal EstrogenIn this episode, Laura passionately discusses her advocacy for making vaginal estrogen... more

11 Oct 2024 · 23 minutes

Season 10 is Coming!!!

I am so excited to dive straight into Season 10 of A WonderCare Podcast!Thank you all so much for staying... more

10 Oct 2024 · 2 minutes

The Chickenpox Vaccine Announcement

The government has announced a new plan to include a two-dose chickenpox vaccine in the childhood immunization schedule for all... more

04 Oct 2024 · 12 minutes

Winter is coming...What is Flumonia?!

In this weeks episode I discuss the anticipated health challenges for the upcoming winter season. I draws parallels to Australia's... more

28 Sep 2024 · 19 minutes

Headlice - Nit Free Hair in 15mins!

Head Lice Prevention and Treatment: Everything You Need to KnowIn this Wonder Care podcast episode, Sheena Mitchell, a pharmacist and... more

21 Sep 2024 · 17 minutes

Pregnancy & Sepsis - A Rollercoaster Beyond Belief - Kim Wise

In this episode, we are joined by Kim Wyse, a trustee of the Irish Sepsis Foundation, who shares her powerful... more

13 Sep 2024 · 44 minutes

Understanding Ultra Processed Foods: A Family Discussion

Understanding Ultra Processed Foods: A Family DiscussionIn this introductory episode, the host, Sheena, discusses the concept of ultra processed foods,... more

10 Sep 2024 · 41 minutes

Settling Back into School - Survival Guide!

Settling Back into School - Survival Guide!Now that the kids are back in school, it will become obvious that some... more

30 Aug 2024 · 22 minutes

Mpox concerns explained in 10 mins!

Mpox is making headlines - Want to know why?In this episode:What is MpoxRisk of Mpox in IrelandWhat do we need... more

27 Aug 2024 · 12 minutes

Contraception explained!

There is a different form of contraception available for every individual and every life stage!In this episode I chat about... more

19 Aug 2024 · 33 minutes

Lyme Disease and Ticks Ireland

This weeks episode tells you all about tick bites and Lyme disease. Lyme disease awareness is a huge part... more

09 Aug 2024 · 25 minutes

ADHD - The Value of Diagnosis with Conal Harpur

I chat with Conal Harpur all about ADHD. We discuss the merits of diagnosis and its role in supporting... more

02 Aug 2024 · 29 minutes

What's coming in Season 9?!

I'm so excited to be back for Season 9 of A WonderCare podcast!I'll be chatting all things family health once... more

01 Aug 2024 · 4 minutes

Do and Should Perfect Parents Exist? With Dr Mary O'Kane

This is a beautiful episode for anyone who is struggling with the balancing 'parenting life'.We are surrounded by images of... more

26 Jul 2024 · 46 minutes

Living with Muscular Dystrophy - Walk4Ollie

In this 'Living with' episode I chat with Ollie Hickey, age 9, all about living with Muscular Dystrophy. Ollie... more

08 Jul 2024 · 39 minutes

Dr Suzanne Crowe - Why the RSV Immunisation Programme for this Winter is not enough

Dr. Suzanne Crowe, a pediatric intensivist, discusses her role in intensive care medicine and the impact of respiratory syncytial virus... more

03 Jul 2024 · 31 minutes

A Gay Dads Journey From Childhood in Rural Ireland to Marraige and Family Life

A Gay Dads Journey From Childhood in Rural Ireland to Marraige and Family Life with Seamus Kearney Martone.I found this... more

28 Jun 2024 · 49 minutes

Why the new RSV Immunisation Programme is simply NOT enough.

I wanted to be happy when I saw the headlines... I've campaigned for RSV immunisation a lot over the last... more

25 Jun 2024 · 32 minutes

22 day head cold and 100 day cough

Have you got really annoying lingering symptoms that are mild enough that you're not 'sick' but annoying enough that you... more

24 Jun 2024 · 13 minutes

Gut Health - Diarrhoea - Medicines and Probiotics

The 2nd instalment of my gut health series!This time I am discussing diarrhoea. Diarrhoea can have many causes and... more

20 Jun 2024 · 23 minutes

MMR and Travel Summer 2024

A short episode to get you up to date on the most recent guidance on travel and the MMR in... more

12 Jun 2024 · 20 minutes

Gut Health – Constipation – Medicine and Probiotic Review

Gut Health – Constipation – Medicine and Probiotic ReviewWhy is everyone so constipated? I explore all of the reasons why... more

08 Jun 2024 · 43 minutes

Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Aoife Kirwan

Living with... Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Aoife KirwanIn this episode I chat to Aoife Kirwan about her MS diagnosis and... more

30 May 2024 · 47 minutes

Hay Fever - Symptom Free in 30 mins!

Hay Fever - Symptom Free in 30mins!Climate change is a serious matter as we all know, but could it's impact... more

22 May 2024 · 30 minutes

Season 8 Trailer - Family Health For You!

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20 May 2024 · 3 minutes

Living with... Blindness

Listen By: Podcast Categories Living with… Blindness The ‘living with' series hears the challenges people living with a healthcare challenge... more

29 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 15 minutes

Soothers - The Good - The Bad - The Truth!

Listen By: Podcast Categories Soothers – The Good – The Bad – The Truth! A controversial topic! In this episode... more

22 Mar 2024 · 18 minutes

Thermometer Review & is Low Temperature as Serious as High?

Listen By: Podcast Categories Thermometer Review & is Low Temperature as Serious as High? Low body temperature – In this... more

15 Mar 2024 · 9 minutes

3rd Measles Case Confirmed in Ireland 2024