🤰 Dr Vicky O’Dwyer is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Rotunda Hospital.  ⚠️We discuss the limitations of abortion care in Ireland and what needs to change. 👩🏼‍⚕️We also discuss the high c-section and induction rate, episiotomies how risks associated with pregnancy and childbirth increase as we age. 🍄The Laura Dowling experience is brought to you by fabÜ  SHROOMS IMMUNE.  A unique blend of Cordyceps and Chaga mushrooms with Vitamin C , Vitamin D , copper and zinc to support your immune system, and energy levels. Cordyceps and chaga mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for overall health and wellbeing and immune support.  Blended with premium grade vitamins and minerals, this is a really special product.  Formulated and developed by Laura Dowling, Fabulous Pharmacist.  Read the amazing reviews and find out more information on  https://fabuwellness.com/ . Available on www.fabuwellness.com and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.#pregnancy #childbirth #baby #induction #csection #caesarean #termination #top  #obstetrician #gyne #gynaecologist #pharmacist

A poignant, heart-breaking yet also inspirational story.  In her own words, Kathleen tells the story of her life before and after her two sons Eoghan, aged 10, and Ruairi, aged 5, were killed by their father ten years ago.The Laura Dowling Experience is also brought to you today by fabü SHROOMS MENO & PERI. Formulated and developed by Laura Dowling, fabulous pharmacist, to support you though your perimenopause and menopause journey. This is a unique blend of Lion's mane mushroom with vitamins and minerals. Lion’s Mane mushroom has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine to alleviate menopausal symptoms and brain fog. It is known as ‘Natures Nutrient of the Neurons’ on account of its ability to stimulate nerve growth factor. This was blended with chromium for metabolism and blood sugar regulation, vitamin D and K2 for bone health, vitamin B12 for psychological function, magnesium for tiredness and fatigue and B6 for hormonal regulation. Available on fabuwellness.com and pharmacies and healthfood stores nationwide.

This was a fun and light-hearted chat with reality TV star and disability campaigner Paddy Smyth.We talked about the challenges growing up in Ireland as  a young gay man with disabilities,  the evolution of his career, and the dating scene (even Grindr!),The Laura Dowling experience is brought to you by fabÜ  SHROOMS IMMUNE.  A unique blend of Cordyceps and Chaga mushrooms with Vitamin C , Vitamin D , copper and zinc to support your immune system, and energy levels. Cordyceps and chaga mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for overall health and wellbeing and immune support.  Blended with premium grade vitamins and minerals, this is a really special product.  Formulated and developed by Laura Dowling, Fabulous Pharmacist.  Read the amazing reviews and find out more information on  https://fabuwellness.com/ . Available on www.fabuwellness.com and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.

Prof. John Crown is an oncologist who has spent his career advocating for better cancer care for patients. We discuss the history of cancer care in Ireland, novel drug treatments,  access to care and the cost of cancer drugs.We also chat about his extensive research in breast cancer, his time in the Senate , intermittent fasting and how becoming a father again in his late fifties has changed his perspective on life. This is a podcast for anyone who has an interest in cancer and cancer treatments. You are guaranteed to come away from this podcast full of information and education.  The Laura Dowling experience is brought to you by fabÜ  SHROOMS IMMUNE.  . A unique blend of Cordyceps and Chaga mushrooms with Vitamin C , Vitamin D , copper and zinc to support your immune system, and energy levels. Cordyceps and chaga mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for overall health and wellbeing and immune support.  Blended with premium grade vitamins and minerals this is a really special product.  Formulated and developed by Laura Dowling, Fabulous Pharmacist.  Read the amazing reviews and find out more information on  https://fabuwellness.com/ . Available on www.fabuwellness.com and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.

Dr. Linda Doyle is the first female provost of Trinity College Dublin. We spoke about women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and the difficulties that women face rising up through the ranks of academia. We discussed the relevance of diversity in universities and why it is so important that people from all walks of life can access third and fourth level education. I asked Linda her thoughts on how artificial intelligence (AI), such as chat GPT, is impacting learning and teaching and how it will impact the future of university education. We also discussed how collaboration between the arts and sciences will help to solve the housing crisis and global climate crisis.  You will thoroughly enjoy this episode with this truly inspiring woman. The Laura Dowling experience is brought to you by fabÜ  SHROOMS IMMUNE.  A unique blend of Cordyceps and Chaga mushrooms with Vitamin C , Vitamin D , copper and zinc to support your immune system, and energy levels. Cordyceps and chaga mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for overall health and wellbeing and immune support.  Blended with premium grade vitamins and minerals this is a really special product.  Formulated and developed by Laura Dowling, Fabulous Pharmacist.  Read the amazing reviews and find out more information on  https://fabuwellness.com/ . Available on www.fabuwellness.com and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.