Polio's lasting legacy: Pat Ingoldsby talks about the impact of the disease on his life

Pat Ingoldsby who has post polio syndrome. Picture: Moya Nolan

Celebrating 25 years of health and wellbeing
Try from €1.50 / week
SUBSCRIBEPat Ingoldsby who has post polio syndrome. Picture: Moya Nolan
It is more than seven decades ago, but some childhood memories remain vivid for Pat Ingoldsby.
The poet and presenter of much-loved RTÉ children’s programmes including Pat’s Hat and Pat’s Chat, contracted polio as an infant in 1942. Growing up in Malahide, Dublin, he wasn’t fully aware of what had happened to him, but the disease had a profound impact.
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
Be the first to know the latest news and updates
Celebrating 25 years of health and wellbeing
Newsletter
The best food, health, entertainment and lifestyle content from the Irish Examiner, direct to your inbox.
Newsletter
The best food, health, entertainment and lifestyle content from the Irish Examiner, direct to your inbox.
Our team of experts are on hand to offer advice and answer your questions here
© Examiner Echo Group Limited