The holiday house, named Ait Shona, will provide families affected by the condition with the opportunity to relax in an environment tailored to their needs.
The holiday house, named Ait Shona, will provide families affected by the condition with the opportunity to relax and have fun in an environment tailored to their needs.
“The main symptom is an uncontrollable urge to eat. You can imagine the feeling of always being hungry and always wanting to eat, what it would do to your emotions, your mood, your behaviours and your energy.”Mr Tierney said his son Henry was diagnosed two weeks after birth when doctors noticed he had “very low muscle mass.”“After some time, when we came to terms with it, we got involved with the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of Ireland.
“It’s a holiday house where people can come for a much-needed break with their peers, while also giving families the respite they need,” she said.“The excitement on Saturday here in Laois was just palpable – it was amazing.”Ms Moorehouse highlighted the importance of having experts on the condition available at the centre.
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