In this episode of In Conversation With, host Matthew Brown, Digital Communications Officer at the South Eastern Trust, is joined by Intensive Care Specialist Christopher Gowers, Organ Donation Specialist Nurse Christine Young and ICU Nurse Cara Hagan.

Together, they explore the importance of making sure your loved ones know your wishes when it comes to organ donation. The discussion also shines a light on the incredible work our staff do to support families through the organ donation process, ensuring compassion, dignity and care every step of the way. At its heart, organ donation is about giving someone else the greatest gift of all – the gift of life.

For more information on organ donation visit these resources:

Organ Donation Northern Ireland

Welcome to the Donor Family Network

Organ donation Week - NHS Organ Donation

The Order of St John Award - NHS Blood and Transplant

NHS Blood and Transplant

Phone: 0300 123 23 23

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“No-one chooses to be an addict.”

In this deeply moving episode of In Conversation With, we hear the raw, powerful and inspiring stories of two individuals who have walked through the darkest parts of addiction and are now lighting the way for others.

Mark, now a Peer Support Worker with over 20 years in recovery, reflects on how he turned his life around after years of substance misuse. Emma opens up about her own 20-year struggle and how hitting rock bottom led her to a new beginning. Their message is clear: recovery is possible and no one should be afraid to ask for help.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around addiction, drug use, and mental health which some listeners may find distressing.

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In this episode of 'In Conversation With', our Communications team host Matthew Brown, meets Charlotte who talks about life living with a severe peanut allergy. We are also joined by Charlotte's mum Sarah, who talks about raising a child with a severe allergy and Consultant Katie McConnell who is also allergic to peanuts.

Charlotte, only 12 years old, has had her allergy since she was a baby. Suffering multiple instances of anaphylaxis, Charlotte's mum Sarah talks about what it has been like raising a daughter with a severe allergy. The stress of checking food labels, children's parties and the lengths she had to go to in order to keep Charlotte safe.

Also joining us is Consultant Dr Katie McConnell who talks about the important signs to look out for in young children and the steps to take if you believe your child is suffering from an allergic reaction.

Why not grab a cuppa and tune in?

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