Laois Woman Named Patient Champion

She underwent open heart surgery.

A Laois woman who underwent open heart surgery has qualified as a Patient Champion. 

Ballaghmore's Olivia McLoughlin Sweeney underwent open heart surgery earlier this year and was motivated to volunteer in support of others facing similar challenges. 

She completed a programme with the Irish Heart Foundation aimed at assisting people affected by cardiac issues and stroke, and has now qualified as a Patient Champion.

The Patient Champions programme equips heart and stroke patients with the advocacy skills and avenues available to them, helping them work toward better outcomes for themselves and others. 

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