Ireland is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
Ireland is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
That's according to the Minister for Health, who says we're one of a small number of countries in a position to set the date.
Stephen Donnelly says 2040 is a positive date, especially considering recent scandals surrounding cervical screenings in the country.
He says good progress is being made in a number of areas:
Wicklow Safe Haven Launches To Raise Awareness Of Domestic Abuse
A new community based organisation which aims to raise awareness of the unacceptable scourge of domestic abuse has launched in County Wicklow.
Wicklow Fire Service Attend To Fire On Coillte Lands Near Djouce Woodlands
Fire crews from Greystones and Bray worked through to the early morning to contain the large blaze, which had spread across stockpiles of ‘brash bundling.’
Tributes Paid To Former Wicklow GAA Manager Mick O' Dwyer Following His Death Aged 88
Tributes continue to be paid to Mick O'Dwyer - who has died at the age of 88.
Planning Application Lodged To Turn Wicklow Pub Into IPAS Centre
The proposal submitted by Quest Retirement Solutions Ltd seeks permission for a significant change of use, including alterations to both the ground and upper floors of the premises.
Inquest Hears 2 Year Old Girl Died Of Brain Damage Following Choking Incident At Greystones Creche
Lauren Boland’s inquest was held at Dublin District Coroner’s Court this afternoon.
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