Charlie Bird has shared a rare good news update on his health following his Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis.
The legendary RTE journalist, 73, was diagnosed with the incurable disease in 2021 after noticing issues with his voice and often provides updates on his health on social media.
However, the veteran broadcaster revealed on Sunday that he recently got some positive news about his health.
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In an update shared on Twitter, Charlie told his followers that he will likely be able to maintain some of his mobility going forward.
He wrote: "I want to thank everyone who have been praying for me, I got a bit of good news the other day I have been told I may not end up totally immobile.
"Thank you all for your prayers. My heart goes out to all the MND patients who end up totally immobile."
Motor Neurone Disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the motor neurones in the brain and spinal cord leading to muscle weakness. Charlie first lost his ability to speak and now communicates using voice technology.
In an update just after Christmas, Charlie shared how his Motor Neurone Disease had moved to his limbs and he feared he would lose his mobility.
He wrote earlier in January: "My health is unfortunately in a much worse situation my motor neurone is moving to my limbs. But I am not giving up the fight. Thanks for your kindness."
Charlie's wife Claire previously told spoke to the Irish Mirror about his health battle, saying: "It changes all the time.
"It affects his swallow and eating habits and when we go home, people don’t realise what it is like behind closed doors and all of the day-to-day things that we struggle with.
"But listen we are positive people and you can’t overthink it too much, we like to be positive."
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