The Diagnosis That Changed Everything - Ruth and Fiachra's Story

He was only three years old.Drinking litres of water. Losing weight. Clinging to his mum.Everyone knew something wasn’t right and what Ruth noticed early may have saved her son’s life.In this episode of SatNaving Life, Carol McGirl speaks with Ruth and her son, Fiachra, about his diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes at just three and a half years old and the challenges, fears, and resilience that followed.From recognising the warning signs to navigating injections, hospital stays, school, sport, and independence, this episode combines a deeply personal story with practical information that every parent, teacher, and caregiver should know.This is a conversation that could help someone spot the signs before it's too late.