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Irish professor fighting for the 'right to die' slammed Enda Kenny and Irish judiciary system

Terminally ill Marie Fleming, who lost a legal battle to be given assisted suicide earlier this month, has criticized Taoiseach Enda Kenny and the judiciary for leaving her in a terrible limbo. ...

by PADDY CLANCY 2

If nobody's happy, it's working – the abortion debate and Irish politics of stalemate

A pro-life demonstration in Dublin last week (Credit: Photocall Ireland) We don't really think about what happens to a woman once the plane that's carrying h ...

by Cahir O'Doherty 14

Irish chef Brian McDermott warns about salt usage after having his own health scare

Community Chef Brian McDermott is urging people to cut down on their salt usage Irish chef and cook book author Brian McDermott, who t ...

by Zack Gallagher 1

New Bishop of Kildare chimes in on abortion row - praises Knock pro-life demonstration

Father Denis Nulty, 49, from Slane in County Meath, has just been picked by Pope Francis to become Ireland's newest and youngest bishop and already he has used his appointment to weigh in on the new Irish abortion bill controversy ...

by IrishCentral Staff Writers 5

Ireland beats U.S. in ranking for best place for mothers to give birth

Ireland has been ranked as the 20th best place to give birth, ahead of the U.S., which came in at 30th. ...

by IrishCentral Staff Writers 4

Emergency room medicine Irish style - April Drew encounters the worst elements of a broken hospital system

Chaos and utter confusion - emergency room medicine Irish style

It’s often been said that Ireland is one of the worst places to get sick, and April Drew can attest to that fact thanks to first hand experience. ...

by APRIL DREW 55

Men who wear kilts are proven to have a higher sperm count and be more confident too

Medical experts say wearing kilts increases sperm count and has psychological benefits

New research shows that a kilt can increase men’s sperm count while also making men feel more masculine and proud, enjoying positive attention from sexual admirers. ...

by IrishCentral Staff Writers 3

Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny responds to Sean Brady's threats over abortion law

Enda Kenny reminds Church that Ireland is governed by the constitution and the people

Ireland’s Prime Minister Enda Kenny has responded to threats from the Catholic Church over the abortion debate – and reminded Cardinal Sean Brady that he has a duty to legislate for limited abortion. ...

by PATRICK COUNIHAN 29

Cardinal Sean Brady has threatened Irish politicians with excommunication over the abortion reform vote

Cardinal Brady says threat to excommunicate politicians who vote in favor of abortion remains

Irish politicians who vote in favor of abortion in proposed changes to legislation have been threatened with excommunication from the Catholic Church. ...

by PATRICK COUNIHAN 55

Ireland and abortion - A divided country, an depressing and ongoing debate

An Irish protester over Savita Halappanavar's death, caused by being denied an abortion, holds a sign that reads "SHAME"In Ireland, there is simply no issue that so inflames passions and ignites heated argument as abortion. Proba ...

by Larry Donnelly 12

We’re total abortion hypocrites - proposals for new legislation were laughable

Irish Health Minister Dr. James Reilly The abortion debate in Ireland gathered pace here last week as the outlines of what the government has in mind began t ...

by John Spain 2

Irish woman’s journey of hope - cancer survivor’s bid to improve her quality of life in the US - VIDEO

A young Irish woman who traveled to the U.S. by ship for life-changing medical treatment is appealing for help. ...

by MOLLY MULDOON 0

Natural remedies for seasonal allergies - taken practical steps to minimize the effects of pollen

Dealing with pollen allergies Spring has come and allergies abound. Many prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals are available for the treatment o ...

by Dr Charles Fiscella 0

Ireland leads international study in groundbreaking Alzheimers drug trial

An 18-month human drug trial, which may be groundbreaking for sufferers of Alzheimer’s disease, will begin this May, 2013. ...

by AMANDA DRISCOLL 1

Pro-choice march in Dublin for legal abortion September 29th, 2012 by Richard Whelan Richard Whelan

Irish government bill will allow abortion in limited circumstances in Ireland

The Irish government will seek to allow abortion in limited circumstances in Ireland when the life of the mother is in danger or when she is suicidal. ...

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