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Abortion: Ireland, Abortion Politicians, Doctors / Medics

Head of GPs says Simon Harris has antagonised pro-life GPs in an "incredibly unhelpful" way

Dr Maitiú Ó Tuathail, President of National Association of GPs has criticised an Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Minister for Health Simon for antagonising pro-life GPs.

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

600 doctors secure EGM, as medics including midwives and pharmacists seek to change abortion regime and protect conscience

Doctors, nurses and pharmacists are standing up to Simon Harris’ attempts to force them to facilitate abortions, and their courage has gained them support even from medical colleagues who voted to repeal the 8th.

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Nurses anger as Ivana Bacik to address Irish Midwives Conference

Nurses invited to the All-Ireland Annual Midwifery Conference have said they will now refuse to attend the event because "it is giving a platform to leading abortion-on-demand advocate, Labour Senator Ivana Bacik".

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Abortion Act will be a 'logistical nightmare' for doctors say experts

The Life Institute has accused the Minister for Health of ignoring best medical practice in commencing an act permitting abortion, and has reminded him that experts say that the legislation will be a 'logistical nightmare' for psychiatrists. Minister James Reilly has signed an order allowing the Protection of Life During pregnancy Act to commence from January 1st.

Abortion / Health, Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Savita inquiry says deficiencies in care to blame: abortion not issue in report

The final report into the death of Savita Halappanavar has found that there was a failure to provide basic elements of patient care, and that Savita's life could have been saved if missed opportunities had been acted upon. The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) report points to a total of 13 missed opportunities, that, had they been identified and acted upon, "could have resulted in a different outcome" for Ms Halappanavar. Blood test results were not followed up, and a series of signs that indicated Mrs Halappanavar's deterioration were not recognised or acted on.

Doctors / Medics, Media Bias

Inquiry required as Irish Times says abortion case 'never happened'

The Life Institute has called on the Irish Times and the National Maternity Hospital to make public the result of any inquiries into the "shameful misreporting" by the Irish Times on abortion.

Doctors / Medics, Life Institute, Press Release

PR: Rejection of abortion motions

Doctors and Pro life groups have warmly welcomed the rejection of all three motions to legalise abortion at the Irish Medical Organisation Conference today.

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Doctors issue concerns on abortion

On the 27th May, the Irish Independent carried a letter signed by approx 50 doctors who said they have grave concerns over the proposed abortion legislation. Here is the letter reproduced in full.

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Top doctor opposes suicide clause in abortion legislation at hearings

The Master of Dublin's busiest Maternity hospital, Dr Sam Coulter Smith, has said the there are 'major ethical and moral dilemma' arising for Obstetricians from the draft legislation currently proposed by the government. He also warned of a possible 'surge' in the number of abortions if the proposal became law. Dr Coulter Smith said that there was no evidence that abortion was a treatment for suicidal ideation or intent and, obstetricians were required to provide and practice evidence-based treatment.

Doctors / Medics

Top consultants challenge Peter Boylan on Savita inquest comments

11 top consultants have written to the papers to challenge Dr Peter Boylan's comments after the inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar.

Abortion: Ireland, Doctors / Medics

Doctors have now voted twice in 5 weeks against Government's abortion plans

The Life Institute has said that the decision of the Irish College of General Practitioners (ICGP) to vote against abortion legislation is 'hugely significant' and pointed out that doctors have now voted for the second time in five weeks to oppose the Government's proposal on abortion. A Spokesman said that it was "especially important to note that an original motion put to the ICGP conference which supported the Government's proposed abortion bill was rejected by doctors."

Doctors / Medics

Obstetricians give different view on Savita inquest evidence

A letter published in the Irish Times on 1st May from a group of consultants challenges Dr. Peter Boylan's evidence at the Savita Halappanavar enquiry. The group includes eight consultant obstetricians / gynaecologists, one consultant microbiologist, one consultant anaesthetist and one consultant in emergency medicine.

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