@patrickod9

GP, Teacher & Researcher @MedicineAtUL | Works on #InclusionHealth | @deepend_ireland GP | All views my own & a retweet is not endorsement

 Ireland
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Great two days discussing #inclusionhealth at the Irish #StreetMedicine Symposium @ul 👍🏽 Thanks to @BernardGloster for opening, all speakers, partners @roinnslainte @MedicineAtUL @CommHealthMW @HSE_SI @SafetynetPC & keynotes @SerenaLuchenski @pwidpride @hrbireland 👏🏻 #ISMS23
Bernard Gloster@BernardGloster19 May 2023
Real sense of progress and innovation at #SMS23 which I was privileged to address @UL today. @patrickod9 Inclusion in healthcare critical to tackling inequalities for the most marginalised groups. @HSELive
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General Practitioners At The Deep End International Bulletin No. 15! The latest updates from @deependgp with reports from three Deep End conferences, including highlights from the Dublin International Conference, Denmark and big news from Spain. Here: yumpu.com/en/document/view/7…
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Mary Carolan@MaryCarolanITMay 15
Former WHO director ‘blown away’ by low life expectancy in inner-city Dublin: 'Are our systems willing to act on the inequity in front of our eyes?' Good question.. irishtimes.com/health/2026/0…

Former WHO director ‘blown away’ by low life expectancy in inner-city Dublin

Dr Mike Ryan tells conference that average life expectancy of 61 in Summerhill is shocking when compared to national average of 83

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@roinnslainteMar 14
Funding is open to all women’s health research proposals. Apply before 27 March 2026. Full details at hrb.ie/funding-scheme/applie…
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"Optimal provision of opioid agonist therapy (OAT) and needle and syringe programmes (NSP): a realist evaluation" by Peter McCulloch and colleagues (2026) via @ijdrugpolicy...is your local OAT and NSP a co-located model? Link: sciencedirect.com/science/ar… #DrugPolicy
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Harm reduction does not mean “meet people where they are & leave them there”. It means “meet people where they are, build relationships, set goals & then walk forward together” ... but not everyone ends up in same place. Harm reduction values their life regardless of destination.
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@roinnslainteFeb 5
This draft strategy sets out an equitable and evidence-based response to drug use, reflecting the Government’s ongoing commitment to reducing harms through a health‑led approach. gov.ie/en/department-of-heal…
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Sandra Broderick@s_broderick1Feb 4
At the launch of Cancer Dashboard for Ireland. Insightful contributions from the wonderful Miriam Staunton & Prof Kennedy. Prevention & patient partnership plus investment most important. More details 👇
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Frances Mair@FrancesMairJan 29
Socially excluded experience #stigma and poor access to services - we need an upstream approach- joining with communities to shape the research, root causes of #health #inequalities are identified early and addressed - emphasis on lived experiences and partnerships
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@roinnslainteJan 29
Four pilot projects which have been successful in improving access to healthcare for women experiencing homeless are now being funded on a recurring basis. gov.ie/en/department-of-heal…
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Sandra Broderick@s_broderick1Jan 2
💥 HPV vaccine catch-up across HSE Mid West! 💉 Protect yourself from HPV-related cancers. Quick, safe & free 🛡️ HPV is super common, but protection is easy 💪 Getting vaccinated helps prevent several cancers later in life 🌟 More info soon ✨ #HPVVaccine #prevention
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HRB-TMRN@hrbtmrnJan 12
Want to learn about Core Outcome Sets? Sign up for our workshop on Core Outcome Set development, with @KatieRobinsonOT, @valeriesmithUCD & @LindaBiesty, for PhD/postgrad students & health researchers. Register: hrb-tmrn.ie/training-educati… Date: 21 Jan Venue: Merrion Square, Dublin 2
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Sandra Broderick@s_broderick129 Dec 2025
More amazing work happening across the @HSEMidWest Paediatric Inclusion Health highlighted @HSELive Health Matters 🌈 So proud 2 work with colleagues making inclusive healthcare a reality and giving every child the best start in life 👶💛💪 #InclusiveHealthcare #ChildHealth
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Changes to the My Options information and counselling services hours over the Christmas and New Year period. Full details: www2.hse.ie/services/unplann…
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HSE Social Inclusion@HSE_SI16 Dec 2025
Human Trafficking Indicators Training is now live on #HSELanD This module aims to: -Improve awareness of indicators -Highlight points of entry into healthcare for victims -Provide guidance on how to engage with victims -Review learnings via case studies hseland.ie
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HSE Mid West@HSEMidWest16 Dec 2025
The Limerick Health Equity Region Oversight Group has, at its latest meeting, confirmed a series of immediate initiatives to inform the programme, focusing especially on tackling child poverty in Limerick City in 2026. Read more: bit.ly/4pFtinh
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Want contraception that doesn’t need a daily check-in? The copper coil is a small device placed in your uterus by a clinician. Non-hormonal and effective from the start, it provides years of protection and can be removed whenever you choose. Learn more: sexualwellbeing.ie
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In this video, Dr Ciara McCarthy explains how to compare contraceptive methods. If you’re aged 17 to 35, the free contraception service includes free consultations, prescription contraception, emergency contraception and coil fittings. Learn more at sexualwellbeing.ie
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HSE Social Inclusion@HSE_SI13 Nov 2025
Introduction to Guidance on Ethnic Data Collection - training available on #HSELanD You will learn to: • Support accurate & respectful ethnic data collection • Strengthen equity-focused service planning • Promote inclusive, person-centred practice @HSELive @HSE_HSeLanD
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Thanks to you @s_broderick1 and your colleagues for your leadership and support for this important initiative. We cannot shut our eyes to this problem in #limerick. Thanks too @AndyBurnhamGM for your guidance as we follow your footsteps.
Sandra Broderick@s_broderick121 Nov 2025
Refreshing to see a progressive budget that prioritises funding to address the root causes of #health #inequity in #Limerick Incredible what can be achieved through multi-agency collaboration. Thank you, Mayor @moranjohna1 for your leadership. @HSEMidWest #children #rightstart
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Sandra Broderick@s_broderick121 Nov 2025
Refreshing to see a progressive budget that prioritises funding to address the root causes of #health #inequity in #Limerick Incredible what can be achieved through multi-agency collaboration. Thank you, Mayor @moranjohna1 for your leadership. @HSEMidWest #children #rightstart
Mayor of Limerick@Mayor_Limerick21 Nov 2025
💬 Mayor of Limerick John Moran has delivered his speech to the Council Chamber ahead of the presenting of the @LimerickCouncil 2026 budget. The full speech can be read here: limerick.ie/sites/default/fi…
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