Amy O Donovan

Speech & Language Therapist, Emergency Medicine & Frailty. University Hospital Limerick.

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

with cancer, to see it beaten and bravely borne, but also to support dying with dignity and honour those who have passed. @WorldCancerDay

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

#WorldCancerDay
Feeling very privileged today to work with such a diverse and inspiring cohort of people. Cancer touches so many lives - but especially today it’s important to remember that behind every diagnosis lies a human being and a story. Grateful to support those living

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

Another great resource for anyone interested in learning more about #tracheostomy and #laryngectomy ..

https://t.co/4FlsJL6k36

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

Recently attended this useful webinar on trache management in Complex Neuro patients. Great overview of basic trache management & weaning, and some more specific insights into managing long term traches or more complicated weans! Available to watch here https://t.co/SfkM92uba0

[HSE Dublin and South East @HSEDubSouthEast]

Marking World Cancer Day: Did you know? ‘For Survivors, By Survivors' peer support service for HSE employees experiencing cancer is available across Dublin & South East? As we celebrate the first year of service delivery, please spread the word. For more: https://t.co/JwZcd4DrVr

[Claire Mills @claire_mills3]

New paper:
Troubleshooting Above Cuff Vocalisation

Thanks to @chris_bojke @HeidiSiddle @emimichou @CathyBrennan13 @profmcbellamy

@UniversityLeeds @AUHE_Leeds @LTHTResearch @LTHTTherapyCSU @ltht_slt @NIHRresearch @RCSLTResearch

#ACV #TheACoUSTiCstudy

https://t.co/bUdVVYE5jI

[Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability @RHNuk]

Free webinar: Tracheostomy intervention in complex neuro-disability📢

Tuesday 21 January
12-1:30pm

📖This webinar is designed as an introduction for SLT’s, PT’s and nursing staff who would like to learn more about tracheostomy management for patients with complex long term neurodisability.

📖We will discuss some of the core principles of tracheostomy management, considerations within this population, ways to troubleshoot and there will be time for questions at the end.

Further details and to book: https://t.co/9NtBtftzwM

[INDI @trust_indi]

Fantastic new resource from the INDI Dietitians of the @indi_OPNIG Well done to everyone involved @trust_indi @ParkinsonsIre You can check it out on our website at the link here: https://t.co/EKLr6VruDa

[Head and Neck Cancer Alliance @hncalliance]

Dry January is here! Did you know reducing alcohol can lower the risk of certain health issues, like head and neck cancer?

Share your favorite mocktail recipes in the comments, and we might just feature them on our new website (coming soon) for everyone to enjoy!

[Dementia Research Network Ireland @drnire]

🚨Webinar announcement! 🚨

📢DRNI are thrilled to join with @dooley_suzanna and @LisaSheridan13 to discuss all things #dementia research and speech and language!

🗓️Tuesday, 14 January 2025
⏰11.00

For info and to register, please go to: https://t.co/O6wHYF2pYu

[Today FM 💛 @TodayFM]

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[Julia Hirschwald @JuliaHirschwald]

New study on what people with #Parkinsons disease & family members consider important to measure in #dysphagia interventions!
Key message📍Penetration/aspiration is really important, but fear of choking may be overlooked in current research studies 📍
https://t.co/gzHK4Sc0Ev

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

#SafeStaffingNow #MIASLT #HSCPA
Please share.

[Niamh Hogan @NiamhHogan8]

October us Breast Cancer awareness month 💗 ~ remember early detection is key. Come visit our information stand on the OPD corridor at University Hospital Limerick our breast care team are on hand this morning to answer any queries you may have. @HSEMidWest

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

Health and Social Care Professionals have been excluded from representation on the Senior Management Team in the new HSE Health Regions. This is backwards step at a critical time. Sign the petition now if you agree – #TeamHSCP needs a seat at the table! https://t.co/vS7xCWETGr

[--Deirdre-- @deeleav]

🗣️Irish SLTs! Please complete this 10min survey around current practices & service needs in SLT mgmt and care of people with #cancer. https://t.co/erfXM56hNk
We hope to use the info to help influence the next National Cancer Strategy 2027.
@CaoimheMulgrew
@AnnaGillman

[Amy O Donovan @AmyODonovan00]

Very excited to be rotating into ENT & Oncology services today. Big shift from my usual Stroke & Neurology mindset but lots to learn!🤞🏻