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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

Tom Richard
Tom Richard

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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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Helen shares her adult son’s complex Hirschsprung’s journey and his achievements as an international powerlifter. Stay tuned to discover more about the foundation she supports, A Bear Named Buttony.

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Warning - Involves child loss - Bee chats about her son and his story with Hirschsprung's, a condition that doesn't run in her family, making his chances of having Hirschsprung's around 1 in 5000.

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As an incredible high achiever, Rachel shares her story through the ups and downs of 55 years of experience. We chat about how medicine and surgery have evolved and the tips and tricks Rachel has used over the years.

The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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Da'Veon and his mum Vonney join me to talk through Da'Veon's incredible Hirschsprung's journey. Da'Veon shares his story from both a physical and spiritual point of view.

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Fellow radio host Stephanie talks about her extremely rare Hirschsprung's diagnosis as well as how her quality of life has differed over the years.

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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.

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