We Need to Talk

by Tony Holohan

Dr Tony Holohan served as Chief Medical Officer in Ireland for 14 years, but only really became known to the public during the Covid 19 pandemic. During this time his remarkable leadership skills came to the fore and he became the public face of the pandemic, helping to steer the nation through the biggest public health crisis in Ireland's modern history.

However, while dealing with the most serious pandemic in a century in his professional life, he was also enduring challenges at home. His beloved wife of 25 years, Emer, was battling cancer, and died in February 2021. This remarkable book reflects on these experiences and inspires us to have those difficult conversations that ultimately make life more meaningful.

Genres: Memoir

Hardcover

Reviews

[Niamh O'Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nothing more beautiful than a man that loves his wife 🥰 a wonderful balance of public and private themes, providing inspiring insight into Holohan’s professional career whilst also delivering a touching and heartfelt account of his late wife’s battle with myeloma. Love shines through every page in this story of perseverance

[Adrian Fingleton · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting account of the life and times of the man who probably became Ireland's best-known CMO (Chief Medical Officer) due to his presence and leadership during the pandemic. It's most interesting - for me at least - in terms of identifying when and where medical science and politics clashed during that tough and trying period. Definitely worth a read.