In a landmark UK settlement, three major pelvic mesh manufacturers have agreed to a multi-million pound payout for over 100 women suffering severe complications from transvaginal mesh implants. Despite the settlement, the companies deny liability, leaving thousands of other victims still seeking justice.
A Leitrim family of seven has been granted permission to proceed with a judicial review against the county council after it deemed their mould-infested home did not render them homeless, sparking a legal battle over emergency housing rights.
The High Court has determined that the State’s inadequate housing provisions for male asylum seekers constitute a breach of their fundamental right to human dignity. This landmark ruling, initiated by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission, highlights the severe impact of homelessness on vulnerable individuals. Despite the State’s defence citing resource constraints, the court emphasised that human rights obligations must be met.
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Children’s Health Ireland released a report on spinal surgeries for Spina Bifida patients at Temple Street Hospital, highlighting serious post-operative incidents and ongoing investigations into surgical outcomes from 2018 to 2022.
Minister for Health announces a comprehensive review of children’s orthopaedic surgery in Ireland, focusing on safety concerns and long waiting times, following Temple Street Children’s Hospital issues.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar expresses deep concern over severe complications from spinal surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital, prompting a comprehensive review by a UK expert into the incidents and use of unapproved devices.
Following a child’s death during spinal surgery at Temple Street Children’s Hospital, the HSE has initiated an external review of clinical care for Spina Bifida patients led by UK expert Mr Selvadurai Nayagam.
Over half of the children and adolescents referred to their local CAMHS are being denied access in certain regions of the country.
A review of maternity deliveries at University Hospital Galway will investigate cases of subgaleal haemorrhage in newborns, focusing on difficult deliveries involving vacuum extractors. Coleman Legal LLP supports affected families who are seeking answers.
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