"Going out to Kiwoko, you get more than you give."

In the first episode in our new season of 'In Conversation With', our host Jane Loughrey learns about Helen Dugan and Kerry ... recent visit to Kiwoko Hospital, Uganda.

Helen, Surgery Lead Nurse and Kerry, Practice Education Facilitator, both work in the Ulster Hospital and talk about their experiences spending 10 days at the hospital in Uganda.

They both went out believing they had a lot to offer based on their vast experience working in the South Eastern Trust, but they believed they got back a lot more than they could ever give.

Have a listen and prepare to be inspired!

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Why don’t you grab a cuppa and delve into the often overlooked but important topic of menopause in our latest episode of "In Conversation With..."

Our host Jane Loughrey is joined by Stephanie Griffiths, a key member of our Organisational Workforce Development team and Pauline Green, a passionate Social Worker who is behind the success of our popular Menopause Cafes in the Down area.

Stephanie shares her personal journey through menopause, shedding light on the importance of opening up, particularly in the workplace.

Pauline Green offers a unique perspective, discussing the remarkable achievements that Menopause Cafes are having in the local community. Through her efforts, these cafes have become invaluable and increasingly popular hubs, providing a sense of belonging and understanding for women navigating this stage of life.

Tune in as Jane, Stephanie, and Pauline have an open and honest conversation about menopause and discover how initiatives like Menopause Cafes are fostering connections and empowering women in their local communities.

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"Nursing is a call of your heart."

In this compelling episode of 'In Conversation With', our host Jane Loughrey delves into the diverse world of nursing.

Our guests are three dedicated nurses with very different stories to tell.

Jane is joined by Dawnrita Whyte from Healthcare in Prison and Winston Orong and Sinead Lundy from the Acute Medical Unit at the Ulster Hospital.

Although at different stages of their career, they are all dedicated to making a difference and share the highs and lows of nursing in very different settings.

Have a listen and prepare to be inspired!

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