In this special introductory episode of ‘It’s Cardiac Rehab!’ we hear all about cardiac rehab in Ireland. Anthony, our host, is joined by Deirdre O’Reilly, President of the Irish Association of Cardiac Rehab (IACR), who tells us what to expect from the classes. We also hear from Lucinda McNerney from the Irish Heart Foundation who explains about some of the resources that are available on the IHF’s website: www.irishheart.ie. Prof. John Horgan, gives us a little history on setting up Cardiac Rehab in Ireland in the 1980s.

Don’t just take our word on the benefits of cardiac rehab, listen to some of the people who have gone to the classes. We hear from Bernie, Declan, Duileach, James, Noel, Joe and Owen. A very big thank you to each of them for sharing their story. 

Useful websites: 

Irish Heart Cardiac Rehab for All Information Patient Booklet - Irish Heart  

https://irishheart.ie/services-for-you/

Home (iacronline.ie)

Heart Failure Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/user-697495021/sets/heart-failure-podcast

‘It’s Cardiac Rehab!’ is a collaboration between Irish Association of Cardiac Rehabilitation, Irish Heart Foundation and Servier Laboratories Ireland.  If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode, for more information or if you have any concerns contact:  your GP or the  Irish Heart Foundation at IrishHeart.ie. or the IHF nurse helpline on 01 668 5001

This is a 6 part series.  The content in this podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.  The views, information or opinions expressed during the It’s Cardiac Rehab! podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of their employers, any hospital, IACR, IHF or Servier Laboratories Ireland. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. This podcast is supported by funding from Servier Laboratories Ireland Ltd.

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