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Inflammation Nation

Inflammation Nation

Written by: Arthritis Ireland
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 Inflammation Nation is a podcast from Arthritis Ireland aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of arthritis and related conditions. www.arthritisireland.ie Inflammation Nation is supported by Pfizer.Arthritis Ireland 2021-2026 Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • S5 E2: Where Loneliness and Chronic Disease Intersect

    S5 E2: Where Loneliness and Chronic Disease Intersect
    Mar 11 2026
    In this episode of Inflammation Nation, Tara Regan speaks with associate professor of psychology, Dr Joanna McHugh Power, about loneliness, particularly for those living with chronic conditions like arthritis. With Ireland recently named the ‘loneliest country in the EU,’ this is a timely discussion. Dr McHugh Power shares insights from her research and explores solutions to loneliness, highlighting that it’s not all down to simply socialising more or joining a group since the causes are multi-faceted, particularly for those managing chronic health challenges. For more information about Arthritis, you can visit our website – arthritisireland.ie, or contact our helpline at 0818252846. -- Inflammation Nation is supported by Pfizer and Abbvie.
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    54 mins
  • S5 E1: Discovering the Benefits of Daily Meditation

    S5 E1: Discovering the Benefits of Daily Meditation
    Mar 4 2026
    In our first episode of series five of Inflammation Nation, Maebh Coyle meets with lecturer, researcher, psychologist and meditation teacher, Dr Pádraic Dunne to discuss the potential benefits of regular meditation for anyone living with a chronic condition like arthritis or a related condition. Dr Dunne, himself, lives with axSpA and has seen, first-hand, the extraordinary effects of regular meditation to help manage the pain and associated psychological stress of living with a chronic condition For more information about Arthritis, you can visit our website – arthritisireland.ie, or contact our helpline at 0818252846. -- Inflammation Nation is supported by Pfizer and Abbvie.
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    56 mins
  • 10-Minute Meditation Episode with Dr Pádraic Dunne

    10-Minute Meditation Episode with Dr Pádraic Dunne
    Mar 4 2026
    Calm your body, calm your mind: 10-minute meditation This 10-minute body scan meditation, guided by Dr. Pádraic Dunne, psychologist and meditation teacher at RCSI, is designed for people living with arthritis and related conditions. By gently bringing attention to different parts of the body, it should help you relax, reduce stress, and activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which may support your body’s natural anti-inflammatory response. This short practice will help ease tension, stiffness, and discomfort while promoting a sense of calm and wellbeing.
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    10 mins
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