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<p>Laura Brennan died in 2019 after battling cervical cancer, aged jsut 26. File picture </p>

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Concerns raised over lack of clarity on resumption of Laura Brennan HPV catch-up scheme

Roderic O'Gorman pointed out that the vaccination rates have been dropping since 2019

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Elaine Loughlin: Richard Boyd Barrett starts what’s likely to be his most gruelling campaign yet

<p>The vagina is a self-cleaning organ: experts caution us to stay away from the section of the pharmacy selling so-called vaginal hygiene products</p>

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Mind your microbiome: Ways to keep your vagina healthy

Women with high-risk HPV more likely to die of heart disease or stroke – study

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Women with high-risk HPV more likely to die of heart disease or stroke – study

Third of people have 'no awareness' vaccines may prevent certain cancers

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Third of people have 'no awareness' vaccines may prevent certain cancers

Gynecologist in gloves holds brush and gynecological glass

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Self-testing HPV kits could increase numbers willing to be screened

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Natural Health: As I give up alcohol for January — is there a supplement I could take to help?

Plus: What can I do to help warts on my hands?

Sun, 07 Jan, 2024

Covid-19 Press Conf Friday 7th May 2021

Giving boys, and not just girls, HPV vaccine key to eliminating cervical cancer, says HSE

HPV (human papillomavirus) causes nine out of 10 cases of anal cancer as well as nine out of 10 cases of genital warts

Fri, 17 Nov, 2023

Men urged to take up HPV vaccine named after campaigner Laura Brennan

Men urged to take up HPV vaccine named after campaigner Laura Brennan

Virus can lead to cancer in men, including in the penis, anus, head or neck

Thu, 24 Aug, 2023

Covid-19 Press Conf Friday 7th May 2021

One in three men infected with HPV, global study finds

Some types of HPV can lead to cancer in men and the virus is the leading cause of cervical cancer among women

Wed, 16 Aug, 2023

Laura Brennan's lasting legacy: the HPV catch-up vaccine programme

Laura Brennan's lasting legacy: the HPV catch-up vaccine programme

Ahead of World HPV day, we talk to Laura Brennan's brother and experts about the free vaccine catch-up programme named in her honour

Fri, 03 Mar, 2023

Family of late campaigner Laura Brennan lead launch of HPV vaccine catch-up programme

Family of late campaigner Laura Brennan lead launch of HPV vaccine catch-up programme

Laura Brennan contracted cervical cancer in September 2017 and she passed away in 2019 at the age of 26.

Thu, 13 Oct, 2022

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Niamh Griffin: Health budget focused on shortfalls in care for women

A dedicated health package, coming to some €32.2m, targets many areas of women's healthcare, including screening, contraception, and menstrual products.

Wed, 28 Sep, 2022

Family of Eileen Rushe to continue work of HPV vaccine campaigner

Family of Eileen Rushe to continue work of HPV vaccine campaigner

Eileen's sister Siobháin has revealed that they had intended to start a website to provide women with a platform to discuss all topics and issues affecting them

Tue, 27 Sep, 2022

Donnelly: HPV vaccine to be made available free to all women under the age of 25

Donnelly: HPV vaccine to be made available free to all women under the age of 25

The National Immunisation Advisory Committee has issued new advice to 'prioritise' women under 25 and current second-level students for the vaccine

Fri, 20 May, 2022

Father of four who battled HPV throat cancer says getting vaccine in school can save lives

Father of four who battled HPV throat cancer says getting vaccine in school can save lives

When Jamie Power was diagnosed with HPV throat cancer two years ago, he had to undergo aggressive treatment. The father of four says getting the vaccine in school is a simple way to avoid future hardship

Thu, 18 Nov, 2021

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Women urged to attend cervical check appointments as HPV vaccine success proven in new study

Immunisation expert Dr Lucy Jessop pointed out the vaccine now used in Ireland would probably make the results even better: 'We're using a vaccine that is even more effective than the vaccine used in the UK'

Thu, 04 Nov, 2021