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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour is the leading Hirschsprung’s show in the world. The condition effects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK and is present when the ganglion cells (nerves) fail to form in parts of the intestine. Tom Richard will bring you some of the most inspirational advocates with this condition, who are thriving in the world of sport, TV and modelling from around the world.

Hirschsprung’s disease affects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK, and affects the large bowel, where the ganglion cells do not form properly. The aim of these episodes is to showcase the incredible people, diagnosed with this condition, that have not let in stand in their way.

The Hirschsprung’s show aims to bring you some of the leading lights in Hirschsprung’s awareness – including models, actors and professional sportspeople, they will tell there amazing stories and highlight some of the outstanding achievements along the way.

Episodes

The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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James Brattoli, an LA actor and screenwriter, shares a raw account of living with Hirschsprung’s. After 20+ surgeries before age six and with a brother who also had it, he reflects on its lasting mental toll.

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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After her 4th child Micah hadn’t passed meconium, Kayleigh acted quickly, leading to treatment at Alder Hey. She shares her experience, signs of Hirschsprung's and her ITV appearances for the Matalan PJ collaboration.

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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Just 11 weeks after giving birth, Sarah joins me to reflect on new motherhood, life with a Hirschsprung’s diagnosis and preparing for her son Leo’s upcoming surgery - from both a mum’s and nurse’s perspective.

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Emily shares her 5-year-old twin son Leo’s journey with Hirschsprung’s Disease, from late diagnosis to trusting parental instinct, plus the family’s ordeal when salmonella kept him hospitalised for five days.

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In an emotional first part, both Laura and Ed tell the story of their daughter Elodie and her remarkable Hirschsprung's battle.

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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Karen shares her 19-year-old son Kai’s journey with Hirschsprung’s, autism and ADHD as he explores a career. We discuss his passion for creative writing and his determination to succeed in the field.