Today with Claire Byrne

Katie Clair, head of the Local Property Tax Branch with Revenue

Dr. Paddy Barrett, a preventive cardiologist at Blackrock Clinic, dives into heart health that begins in your 20s. He emphasizes the importance of early assessment and reappraising habits as life progresses. Nutrition tips for young gym-goers highlight the need for adequate protein, and he demystifies the risks of processed foods. Dr. Barrett also discusses the genetic factor of lipoprotein(a) and emerging therapies that show promise for its reduction. Caffeine limitations for young adults are clarified, ensuring heart health stays a priority!

Pam Fraher, RTÉ Investigates Reporter and Tim Desmond, Producer The Documentary on One

Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Fine Gael TD for Limerick County

Luca Di Marzio, Owner of Rosa Madre Restaurant in Dublin's Temple Bar

Peter Brown Managing Director, Baggot Investment Partners

Ellen Coyne, Political correspondent with The Irish Times

Claire Colum, mother of Kate, shares her heartbreaking journey after losing her vibrant daughter to sepsis. She reflects on Kate's unexpected decline, a hospital misdiagnosis, and the need for better paediatric training. Claire discusses the KATE mnemonic—Kind, Alert, Time, Experts—as a way to enhance care for children with additional needs. She highlights the importance of empathy and thorough examinations, advocating for changes in the healthcare system to prevent similar tragedies and honoring Kate's memory through her campaign.

Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent, London Independent // Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent, Feature Story News // Vincent Durac, Associate professor in School of Politics and International Relations, UCD

Brian Burke, Senior conservation officer with Birdwatch Ireland and Nigel Sweetman, Irish Farmers Association Poultry Chair