The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Presenter
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
Aimee Morrisby (Pt 2) shares her extraordinary life with a rare form of Hirschsprung’s disease, leaving her with just 60cm of small bowel. Despite this, she runs two businesses and a busy home life.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
After doctors struggled to diagnose her son Oaklee, Megan was devastated when he was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s Disease. We explore their Every Step Campaign involvement and how they helped promote it.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Lex shares her son Frankie’s complex journey with Hirschsprung’s disease, short gut and intestinal failure, including 14 surgeries, their impact on young children and her powerful advocacy through social media.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Jodie shares her 8-month-old daughter Libby's journey with Hirschsprung's Disease and Mowat-Wilson Syndrome, highlighting advocacy, resilience and celebrating every milestone and achievement.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Megha comes back on the show to give us an update on life after 18 months. Although not without its challenges, this is a wonderfully positive episode focusing on how Anya is progressing with her Hirschsprung's.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Mum of four Nicole shares her 6-month-old son Holt’s remarkable Hirschsprung’s story, revealing the red flags missed by the hospital and how her mother’s instinct helped him receive the correct diagnosis.
Johann Ilgenfritz
2024-04-19 15:59:12